Asia Pacific

Online bookings are showing a significant growth trend in 2023. The repeal of PPKM at the end of 2022 has had a very positive impact on this category. Various promos offered by OTA, especially special price promotions for orders on certain dates, are…

The volume of passengers travelling by air surpassed pre-COVID-19 levels in 2023. This was due to the easing of pandemic-related restrictions, which encouraged consumers to revive any travel plans that had been put on hold during the pandemic.…

In 2023, the airlines category is experiencing further positive value growth, following expansion in 2022. The government’s easing of various travel requirements in line with the abolition of PPKM is the main reason behind the growth, with this shift…

Consumers are facing increased pressure from rising prices as global inflation reaches 7% in 2023. The impact of higher costs of living is felt from top earners in developed markets to struggling households in emerging and developing countries.…

The Asian consumer is changing. Traditional values that served the collective in terms of both society and the family are on the wane, with COVID-19 lockdowns accelerating a new focus on individualism and the self. This report explores how Asian…

Global consumers are struggling with the cost of living crisis, as inflation remains high while household income growth lags. Consumers are adopting recessionary habits, such as trading down and being more selective in their spending. Rather than…

This report examines the global car rental industry, providing analysis on market sizes, brand and company shares, growth trends over the review period and prospects over the forecast period. The report also considers the major trends shaping the…

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,…

The recovery from the pandemic is already well under way in Asia Pacific, but it could take some time for booking sales to fully rebound, given the collapse seen in the travel industry in 2020. While most countries were recording very dynamic growth…

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…

With a turnover of USD365.8 billion in 2021, Asia Pacific was the world’s second largest region for recreation, entertainment and arts. Over the next decade, the region’s entertainment industry is poised to grow at the fastest rate, nearly closing…

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…

This briefing examines how the aerospace industry is performing globally and in the largest countries in terms of aircraft production. The report also provides data for production, market size, imports, exports, industry costs, industry profitability…

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.…

The report examines inflation level and drivers globally and in the key countries. Global inflation is forecast to accelerate due to higher energy and commodity prices, disruptions in supply chains and weaker business confidence. Impact varies…

As the end of 2021 approaches, almost two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the emergence and rapid spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant has increased uncertainty and weakened the momentum of the global recovery. This series of quarterly reports…

Travel restrictions imposed to try and limit the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) had a negative impact on the travel industry in 2020. Global travel came to a halt as countries closed their borders, while demand for domestic trips was severely…

The impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures taken to contain its spread on travel and tourism have had an adverse effect on travel intermediaries. Positioned as a convenient one-stop location for busy modern consumers to book all aspects of…

Travel restrictions imposed in order to limit the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) had a dramatic impact on lodging in 2020. Global travel came to a halt as countries around the world closed their borders, with demand for domestic trips also hit by…

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…