Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape i...
Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape industry demand throughout Asia-Pacific, with local insight, market statistics and analysis ranging from strategic regional overview to in-depth coverage by country or city.
Retail sales of gardening were much higher in 2022 compared to pre-pandemic levels, driven by the increased interest among Malaysians to improve the liveability of their homes and interact with nature amidst hectic urban lifestyles. However, growth…
The 'grow your own food' culture grew significantly in popularity in Indonesia during the peak years of the COVID-19 pandemic as huge numbers of local people sought new ways to become more self-sufficient and reduce their reliance on the commercial…
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people were compelled to stay at home for extended periods, which led to an increase in the habit of cooking at home among consumers. Even in 2021 and 2022, a significant number of consumers continued to prepare…
Increased time spent at home during the pandemic, and the consequent boost in interest in home cooking, resulted in higher demand for homewares in current value terms and in value terms at constant 2022 prices in 2022 compared with pre-pandemic…
Sales of homewares fell in both current value terms and in value terms at constant 2022 prices in 2022. Nevertheless, sales remained higher by both measures than before the pandemic, due to the growing “nesting” phenomenon during and to some extent…