Asia Pacific

Sports nutrition continues to recover from the slump in retail volume and current value sales in 2020, caused by the closure of gyms and lockdowns, home seclusion and social distancing measures to stem the tide of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.…

Sports nutrition was one of the most dynamic areas of consumer health in Japan over the review period, including during and after the pandemic. The category has been rapidly expanding thanks to an increasingly health conscious population, but also…

Millennials and Gen Z increasingly prioritise their wellbeing and wellness, which is set to contribute to retail volume and current value growth for sports nutrition in 2023. Rising health awareness can be seen through the massive expansion of gym…

Sports nutrition is a rapidly evolving category in the consumer health industry in India, and is set to see a double-digit growth rate in 2023, owing to the increasing health and wellness trend. There is growing awareness of the importance of a…

In 2023, sports nutrition in Hong Kong continued to record robust volume growth as local consumers maintained the exercising habits they acquired during the pandemic when spending time in lockdowns. Local consumers are increasingly interested in…

As individuals are adapting to the new normal as restrictions have been lifted, and are seeking to regain a sense of normalcy, the return to outdoor activities and sports engagements has become a prevailing trend in 2023. This shift holds promising…

Within Azerbaijan’s sports nutrition category, prices are climbing yet the sales shows robust vitality. Price hikes are in response to tangible macroeconomic factors such as the inflationary dynamics domestically and the economic ramifications of the…

Sports nutrition was negatively affected by the pandemic in 2020, with growth slowing against a backdrop of gym closures and lockdowns. However, even with Coronavirus (COVID-19) still present in the region, growth has picked up again in 2021, with…

Having already recovered to pre-pandemic levels the previous year, demand for sleep aids in Vietnam continues to grow in 2023. Although both retail volume and value growth rates are slower compared to 2022, demand remains healthy. The waning impact…

One of the more interesting aspects of the Philippine consumer health market is that the country is often the first territory that multinational companies launch new products in, especially those that represent a significant departure from the…

While growth remains modest, sleep aids is set to record an improved result in volume sales terms in 2023. The easing of the pandemic has helped to lift demand, in that many people have started to experience insomnia and other types of sleep problems…

The lingering impact of the pandemic, greater exposure to digital screens, and generally fast-paced lifestyles are continuing to affect the local population’s ability to relax and sleep, with heightened stress known to be a major factor impacting…

The pandemic brought about a lot of interest in the topic of immunity in the consumer health industry. Many pharmaceutical companies, including the renowned French company Sanofi, have started establishing vaccine facilities to combat future…

The potential market for sleep aids is expanding in Japan off the back of an increasing number of consumers facing poor sleep quality and fewer hours of sleep. This drop in quality sleep is due in part to a rise in telecommuting and prolonged use of…

In 2023, sleep aids is set to maintain positive retail volume and current value growth. Different ages have different needs when it comes to sleep; for example, younger children need around 10 hours of sleep, teenagers eight hours, adults six hours,…

The importance of mental health continues to command attention, with sleep being recognised as a crucial factor for maintaining overall wellbeing. The demand for products that address mental health concerns has surged in Hong Kong prompting…

Sleep disorders were already in the spotlight after the outbreak of COVID-19, and demand for sleep aids rose, given the disruption to daily routines, coupled with long screen hours during the lockdowns. However, despite the easing of COVID-19…

In 2021, Asia Pacific ranked first globally in terms of production output of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, with a turnover of USD857 billion. Over 2021-2030, the region is expected to record the fastest production growth globally,…

Demand for paediatric consumer health remains strong and rising in 2023, driven by increasing attention to children’s overall health and wellbeing, and consistent consumer education in Vietnam. An increasing mindset of prevention is prompting some…

Uzbek parents are keen to prioritise the wellbeing of their children and have a strong propensity to invest in their health. This trend has been gathering pace over the review period especially during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic…