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The global economy remains in the midst of a significant slowdown in Q3 2023. Economic activity is dampened as businesses and consumers globally face persistent inflation and further rises in interest rates in most countries. However, strong labour…

This report summarises findings from the Voice of the Consumer: Digital Survey, which was fielded in March and April 2023. This annual survey of 20,000 consumers explores how new technologies are changing how and where consumers shop. Key topics of…

As the cataclysmic, pandemic-induced declines fade in the rear-view mirror and the tidal wave of revenge conviviality that followed begins to break and subside, the alcoholic drinks industry narrative is facing a significant slowdown yet remains…

In the face of a worsening macroeconomic environment in 2022, M&A activity shrank compared to the strong performance in 2021, and that slower trend is likely to continue in 2023. Investors are waiting for global economic trends and consumer health…

After a dramatic rise during the pandemic, global growth in e-commerce sales in fashion has slowed with the easing of restrictions. As consumers become more discerning in their fashion spending in the context of high inflation and the climate…

The report analyses the economic state of Sub-Saharan Africa. It seeks to assess the opportunities in the region against the backdrop of its young, large and fast-growing population, as well as the bottlenecks Sub-Saharan Africa faces, including…

The evolving consumer preference, rapid technological advancements and ever-growing desire for convenience are driving a transition towards a smartphone-first future. Coffee industry players need to be equipped with the right strategies and tools to…

Facing supply chain issues and raw materials inflation, Akzo Nobel slightly underperformed the home paint market over 2019-2022, owing in part to significant price increases. Focused on improving profitability in uncertain times, beyond cost cutting,…

Seven & I Holdings Ltd is a leading global retail company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Its diverse retail portfolio spans convenience retail, supermarkets, department stores and retail e-commerce. Its flagship brand, 7-Eleven, is the world’s…

This report is part of Euromonitor International’s Megatrends series. It focuses on the Convenience Megatrend, one of Euromonitor's 10 megatrends impacting business, exploring the forces driving consumers’ prioritisation of convenience, how the trend…

This report focuses on the impact of sports betting on fan engagement, and the challenge of winning in a content rich but attention poor media landscape. By analysing weighted web traffic and app data, it provides insights into the ways sports…

Plant-based has become a key focus for food manufacturers, as consumers consider such products to be healthier, more sustainable, more ethical and more exciting. While there has been a decline in plant-based in some food categories, plant-based…

Haier Group is a world leader in consumer appliances. It realised strong growth over the past years despite the pandemic-related adversities with a multi-brand, connectivity-focused strategy. It has the potential of not only penetrating more markets…

Online sales, though slowing, remain the leading source of future growth for groceries in the US. Persuading consumers to spend extra money in order to save time is a hard sell in a time of high inflation but the convenience of online ordering…

Euromonitor International’s Soft Drinks Forecast Model expects low single-digit volume growth over the 5-year forecast period. Pricing across soft drinks categories remains high, but is expected to moderate or plateau in the second half of 2023.…

The global energy crisis has had far-reaching implications for consumers, businesses and entire economies, highlighting the importance of the global energy transition and boosting energy efficiency, while creating opportunities for innovation and…

The global market for home care is being influenced by factors beyond hygiene. While challenges like inflation and the rising cost of living are driving innovations around energy management, factors like wellness and digitalisation are also bringing…

Affordable sustainability is now paramount, given the cost of living crisis. Consumers want low prices but this does not necessarily mean giving up sustainable choices. Making sustainability affordable is a global need, where companies can play a key…

Consumers are facing increased pressure from rising prices as global inflation reaches 7% in 2023. The impact of higher costs of living is felt from top earners in developed markets to struggling households in emerging and developing countries.…

Procter & Gamble remains the global leader in home care, where much of the growth is stemming from the continued expansion of the laundry care category. Its high brand recognition, coupled with multiple advantageous brand positions, is expected to be…