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.
Kazakhstan has strong trade links with Russia in particular and its war in Ukraine is negatively impacting the economy and leading to high inflation. While skyrocketing international oil and gas prices boosted the local economy, its usual outflow to…
Dairy products is performing well in Laos in 2023, benefiting from its reputation being a key source of nutrition and the status of baby food as essential for all households with babies and infants. However, the industry is facing some challenges in…
Baby food continues to be adversely affected by falling birth rates, economic difficulties, breastfeeding and home-cooked alternatives and variances in distribution. Dried and prepared baby food can be easily replaced by home-cooked food, while…
In 2023, baby food has seen retail price increases, especially for imported products, due to the weakening of the local currency. Despite these challenges, the category remains promising, driven by growing adoption rates and repeat purchases among…
Stubborn inflation and price rises remained a key trend in 2023, as in the previous year, taking its toll on the buying power of consumers in Pakistan. Retail volume sales have been affected alongside the performance of dairy manufacturers. In…
In 2023, retail volume sales of dairy products and alternatives in Singapore are set to see a slight decline after the pandemic-led boom in 2020, which was an exceptional year in which several categories, such as fresh milk, saw a spike in retail…
In 2023, dairy products and alternatives in South Korea is set to experience growth in retail current value terms, primarily driven by inflationary factors, which have been affecting the global dairy market. The country’s unique milk pricing system,…
Amidst dollar shortages and central bank constraints, dairy product imports into the country has decreased in 2023 as Sri Lanka's government is striving for self-sufficiency. Despite the economic crisis, key players are achieving notable revenue…
2023 marks a significant change in consumer behaviour and preferences within dairy products and alternatives, driven by the gradual easing of the pandemic's impact and evolving lifestyle changes. As consumers regain confidence and return to their…
Inflationary pressures continue in 2023, although to a lesser extent than seen in 2022. Within this context, various players decided to increase their prices in order to protect their margins from their own higher costs – especially so in drinking…