Andorra

Andorra is a politically stable country, but public finances have been weakened by the costs of fighting the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. A partial economic recovery is expected in 2021, but the country is considerably exposed, due to…

The briefing examines how Pharmaceuticals and Medical Equipment industry performs globally and in the largest countries in terms of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment output. The report also provides data for production, market size, imports,…

Having recorded healthy growth rates over the historic period, sportswear sales in Western Europe went into reverse in 2020, impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures implemented to contain its spread. These included, at times, gym closures…

Great changes were seen in financial cards and payments during 2020. Coronavirus (COVID-19) has significantly accelerated the move away from cash, as consumers and retailers tried to avoid handling it, providing strong impetus for contactless…

In the political environment, advancements in competitiveness, corruption and other major rankings are overshadowed by political turmoil over Brexit. Social development remains complex with rising wealth on one side and an ageing population and…

The global urban consumer landscape is increasingly complex and difficult to navigate. Which cities should you choose for your consumer business expansion? To answer this and other questions, we are introducing the Euromonitor International Cities…

In 2019, Western European construction recorded output of USD4,588 billion despite a slight slowdown in major economies. The COVID-19 crisis in 2020 and related uncertainty led to residential and commercial construction contracting. Rising…

Technological advances in 2020 will continue to influence how consumers conduct commerce both inside and outside a merchant environment. Leveraging Passport Digital Consumer data and analysis, this report explores the top five digital trends that are…

This briefing analyses the commercial opportunities that exist across sports properties in North America, through a proprietary methodology and four case studies. The region is home to some of the world’s top leagues and many famous teams from…

Short-term rentals and luxury hotels are shaping the lodging environment in Western Europe. The affordability and flexibility of short-term rentals resonates with consumers, while luxury hotels are driven by the unique experiences and differentiation…

The pace of growth in small appliances is progressively slowing in Western Europe, impacted by growing degrees of maturity. Manufacturers are therefore focusing on value growth and the launch of upmarket innovations. Technologies related to…

Western European production of hi-tech goods demonstrated strong results in 2017, benefitting from optimistic global economic trends during the year. The region further cemented its position as the global advanced goods production hub, with numerous…

Although the growth of B2B e-commerce is expected to accelerate over the coming years, not all industries are equally suitable and prepared for embracing digital selling. The manufacturers most ready to launch their digital selling activities include…

The energy sector is the key provider for many integral sectors in every economy, such as chemical products, utilities, transport, metal products manufacturing, etc. Over the 2017-2030 period, the energy industry is expected to experience stable…

With turnover of USD521 billion in 2017, Western Europe is currently the word’s third-largest agricultural producer. However, WE is forecast to stagnate, as production output growth is hampered by unfavourable trade context, decreasing arable land,…

With production of USD449.3 billion, Western Europe is the world’s second-largest drug and medical device producer (behind Asia Pacific) and the leading exporter. Although the region’s growth is anticipated to decelerate, the positive overall…

With production of USD890 billion, Western Europe is the world’s second-largest metal producer, after Asia Pacific. Western Europe’s metal industry is highly developed with production per capita of USD1,777. Despite output plunging in the major…

Muslim consumers increasingly seek beauty products that align with their religious beliefs while not compromising their modern Western European values. Lack of halal certification standards, and low consumer awareness of the benefits of halal…

After a slowdown in 2017, global transport equipment industry is forecast to pick up growth. A recovering automotive industry in emerging countries, strong order backlogs in the aerospace industry and investment in urban railways are expected to…

Local and international community support has allowed renewable energy expansion to gain pace, with even faster growth expected over the period to 2030. Over 2017-2025 the electricity equipment and metal mining industries will experience a…