Alcoholic Drinks

In 2022, alcoholic drinks in Australia saw little movement in total volume sales. However, 2022 was a transitionary year for alcoholic drinks in Australia, as the country gradually normalised after all restrictions and border closures were lifted at…

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on on-trade sales of alcoholic drinks in New Zealand, with lockdowns and restrictions limiting the trading ability of on-trade outlets. Although the country has moved on from the pandemic and reopened…

After two years of significant decline, on-trade volume sales of beer saw a strong rebound in 2022, as consumer behaviour in Australia gradually normalised post-COVID-19. Even after lockdowns and restrictions ended, the return of footfall and…

As New Zealand emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the performance of beer was characterised by strong growth in two key categories – ales and non-alcoholic beers, with both categories recording double digit growth. With the categories operating at…

COVID-19 caused significant disruptions to on-trade sales throughout 2020 and 2021, with mobility restrictions and border closures limiting footfall at restaurants, bars, and other venues. Even as Australia began to ease restrictions towards the end…

Cider/perry experienced strong growth during the early stages of the review period, with premiumisation trends driving the reinvigoration of the category. However, the same underlying growth drivers that benefited the category are now hurting it, as…

The briefing introduces the Cities Households Necessities Spending Index. The index ranks 1,075 cities by household expenditure on non-discretionary items, namely food, housing, and clothing and footwear. This analysis focuses on 160 major cities.…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. In 2023, global inflation is expected to ease from its peak in 2022, but remaining significantly above-trend. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market are…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered the most severe global recession since World War II. In Q4 2020, the end of the pandemic started as countries began administering effective vaccines among the population; however, vaccine distribution…