Asia Pacific

United Spirits continued to lead the overall market for spirits in India in 2022, being the local representative of global player Diageo Plc. However, the company witnessed a significant decline in volume share during the year, as it shifted its…

Shochu/soju has been experiencing growth in the Indonesian market supported by the general rise in interest in Korean culture, and particularly K-Pop, across the globe. In recent years, there has also been more product variation available in the…

After consecutive years of decline, total volume sales of spirits returned to growth in 2022. Spirits has a higher proportion of on-trade sales than other alcoholic drinks categories. Before the pandemic, it accounted for more than 33% of total…

Vodka remains a notably sizeable category among spirits, therefore, the dynamics in spirits in general depend on the dynamics in vodka. In 2022, production from branded players continued to increase at a significant pace, driven by the fact the local…

Sales of spirits rebounded strongly in total volume terms in 2022 although the performances of the different categories varied. For instance, standard vodka as well as standard and premium English gin enjoyed healthy growth in total volume terms in…

The Pakistani market provides limited access to spirits, and alcoholic drinks in general, with whiskies, gin and vodka the most readily purchased spirits. Consumers in the country have restricted access to and limited opportunities to try new…

In 2022, enthusiastic bar-goers drove strong on-trade volume growth for spirits. The full reopening of nightlife venues drove the growth of Singapore’s bar and cocktail scene, as businesses saw a rise in reservations. Singapore has a world-renowned…

Soju, which accounts for the largest total volume share of spirits in South Korea, experienced a weak performance over the review period with stagnant demand in 2022. In addition to a sober curious culture, local consumers have shifted to categories…

Spirits have seen a good recovery over the forecast period, with the category recording positive single-digit growth in 2022. Rising local disposable income combined to this growth, with an increased interest in spirits also being a main contributor…

The increase in the global oil price has had a notable impact on the price of spirits, particularly imported products. This is due to the pricing domino effect caused by related increases in production costs, shipping expenses, and packaging costs…

Spirits in the Philippines enjoyed robust rises in 2022. This growth was seen in both retail and on-trade channels, spurred by the escalating mobility during the review period as a greater number of individuals returned to work and consequently…

Performance for spirits was much more muted than for beer and wine in 2022, with only a slight increase in volume sales. Vodka continued to be the most popular spirit, accounting for over nine-tenths of volume sales. However, in recent years there…

Spirits recorded buoyant volume growth in both the off-trade and on-trade channels in Vietnam in 2022, in keeping with the positive recovery of the domestic economy. With a stronger sense of optimism, local consumers were more willing to spend money…

As consumers prepare fewer meals overall, while demanding more assistance for the ones they do, spending and brand equity will accrue to those companies providing fresh prepared meals on demand, from delivery aggregators to retailers, restaurant…

To help companies understand which categories are most primed for sustained e-commerce growth post-pandemic, Euromonitor developed the E-Commerce Readiness Model. This tool uses analytic modelling to determine which countries and categories have the…

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in business models and consumer behaviour, as well as altering the ways and the geography many of us live, work, study and play. Understanding what changes will stick after the pandemic…

Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…

Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…

Wellness has been identified by Euromonitor International as having the furthest-reaching impact on industries and consumers in the future. This report looks at the link between rising longevity and consumers’ search for a healthy life and highlights…

In addition to being a staple at large social gatherings such as weddings and parties, wine is traditionally among the alcoholic drinks most commonly consumed when Azerbaijanis come together with friends and family in smaller numbers in private…