Australasia

In 2022, Australia's decision to reopen its borders contributed significantly to the rebound in travel and tourism. However, the expected surge in international arrivals did not materialise as quickly as anticipated. Many Asia Pacific countries,…

In 2022, following the easing of local pandemic-related travel restrictions, a strong public desire to explore again drove a full return to domestic travel in Australia. The affordability of domestic travel also played a key role in encouraging…

Lodging in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation, driven primarily by changes in short-term rentals. There has been a notable decrease in listings on short-term rental platforms, and these changes are increasingly evident due to…

There has been a surge in popularity of online travel intermediaries since the reopening of borders, primarily due to the convenience they offer to travellers. This trend is particularly evident in domestic travel in Australia, where online travel…

Under prevailing economic uncertainty, low cost carriers are gaining favour among local consumers. Since Australia reopened its borders and eased COVID-19 restrictions, travel has embarked on a path towards recovery, significantly increasing airline…

The briefing examines how the chemical products industry is performing globally and in the largest countries in terms of chemical products output. The report also provides data for production, market size, imports, exports, industry costs, industry…

Bread is the most commonly eaten major source of carbohydrates in New Zealand. However, keto diets and an overall increasing awareness about managing caloric intake is seeing consumers seek out low carb versions of their favourite products. Goodman…

While low sugar content was the major health and wellness consideration amongst consumers over the review period, COVID-19 has brought functional health and wellness benefits to the forefront of consumer decision making. This has positively impacted…

While health and wellness preferences have been an important growth driver in plant-based and vegan snacks, consumers’ increased awareness of the environmental impact of their consumption patterns has become a key factor. Greenhouse gas emissions…

The COVID-19 crisis has left a lasting impact on how New Zealanders work, with remote working now firmly entrenched and many companies downsizing their office footprints and actively encouraging employees to work from home. For staff, this reduces…

Dairy farming and agriculture have long been central to the New Zealand economy, with high quality locally produced dairy products comprising a core component of the traditional New Zealand diet. While health and wellness claims in products such as…

Dairy farming and agriculture have long been a staple of the New Zealand economy, with ample access to high quality meat and dairy products forming the backbone of the traditional New Zealand diet. While health and wellness preferences have been the…

The health and wellness industry continues to grow in importance post-pandemic as consumers become more aware of the negative health impact of processed foods, seeking healthier foods and beverages from a range of claims such as natural, organic,…

The briefing examines how the information and communications (ICT) industry is performing globally and in the largest countries in terms of ICT output. The report also provides data for turnover, market size, industry costs, industry profitability…

The briefing examines how the hotels and restaurants industry is performing globally and in the largest countries in terms of hotels and restaurants output. The report also provides data for production, market size, imports, exports, industry costs,…

The COVID-19 pandemic placed health and wellness concerns front and centre in consumers’ minds, and this was a trend that was maintained in 2022. More and more consumers are making health a key priority in their daily lives, and actively looking for…

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more consumers are prioritising their health and looking for ways to improve their overall health and wellbeing. With cardiovascular diseases on the increase in Australia, health concerns related to the…

Consumer concern for health and wellness continued to rise in 2022, driven primarily by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Consumers have increasingly been looking for ways to adopt healthier living habits, and placing more and more focus on the foods…

The COVID-19 pandemic renewed consumers’ interest in health and wellness, and brought health issues to the fore. In 2022, many consumers were still concerned with infection and their ability to recover from the virus, and sought to improve their…

Consumers have become increasingly concerned about their general health and wellbeing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to reduce the chances of infection and promote quick recovery, more and more consumers are looking for ways to…