Our industry experts in Australia and New Zealand provide analysi...
Our industry experts in Australia and New Zealand provide analysis, specialist knowledge and essential market data unavailable elsewhere, to build the most accurate understanding of current trends and future prospects.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered the most severe global recession since World War II. In Q4 2020, the end of the pandemic started as countries began administering effective vaccines among the population; however, vaccine distribution…
This report considers what socialising will look like in a post-COVID-19 era, focusing on several key questions. A return to the “Roaring Twenties” in the beverages space or a continuing decimation of the on-trade? How has socialising changed (eg…
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.…
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…
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,…
Retail volume sales of cigarettes continued to decline significantly in Australia in 2022, marking another blow to the industry. The ongoing downwards trend can largely be attributed to increasing awareness amongst Australians regarding the…
The demand for traditional tobacco products such as cigars, cigarillos and smoking tobacco has experienced a significant decline in Australia, due to the implementation of stricter tobacco regulations. These regulations, including higher taxes, plain…
Amidst the rigorous restrictions imposed on e-vapour products, there has been a significant surge in the illicit trade of these products within Australia. The strict regulations and limitations surrounding the sale and distribution of vaping devices…
The tobacco industry in Australia experienced another year of retail volume decline in 2022, due to strict government regulations aimed at reducing smoking rates. Traditional tobacco categories were particularly affected, with sharp decreases in…
Smoking prevalence in New Zealand has continued to experience a steady decline in recent years. This can be attributed to various factors, such as increasing health awareness, significant unit price increases driven by annual tax hikes, and strict…