Australasia

Cities are hubs for spending, with 80% of expenditure expected to be generated by urban areas in 2023. Spending growth in 2023 will, however, be sluggish, as cost of living challenges force consumers to be more conservative in their expenditure. Over…

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.…

In Australia, air care experienced only minimal growth in retail volume terms in 2023, influenced by several factors. One key factor is the rise of alternative products such as luxury candles and other alternative scented items that cater to…

The absence of COVID-19 restrictions in 2023 marked a significant shift in consumer behaviour in the air care category. With New Zealanders spending more time at home between 2020 and 2022 due to lockdowns and various restrictions, there was a…

In 2022, air treatment products had a successful year, despite a decline in demand for window air conditioners, and only low volume growth for other cooling products. This was attributed to the impact of the La Niña weather pattern on the east coast…

Under prevailing economic uncertainty, low cost carriers are gaining favour among local consumers. Since Australia reopened its borders and eased COVID-19 restrictions, travel has embarked on a path towards recovery, significantly increasing airline…

In late 2021, the New Zealand Government unveiled a phased approach to reopening the country's borders post-pandemic, spanning from July to October. However, prompted by quicker reopening timelines in other nations, the government expedited the…

In 2022, alcoholic drinks in Australia saw little movement in total volume sales. However, 2022 was a transitionary year for alcoholic drinks in Australia, as the country gradually normalised after all restrictions and border closures were lifted at…

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on on-trade sales of alcoholic drinks in New Zealand, with lockdowns and restrictions limiting the trading ability of on-trade outlets. Although the country has moved on from the pandemic and reopened…

Glass bottles dominate alcoholic drinks packaging in Australia, accounting for almost three quarters of packaging unit volumes in the retail channel and just over three quarters overall in 2022. However, in recent years, glass bottles have been…

In 2023, Australians suffered from an extended influenza season, with months where people were prone to sickness. Analgesics had already seen strong growth in the last few years due to widespread illness as a result of COVID-19.However, strong growth…

Analgesics continued to see solid growth in current value terms in 2023, following the easing of most COVID-19-related restrictions in September 2022. With measures such as lockdowns, mandatory mask-wearing and social distancing no longer in place,…

The year 2023 has presented significant challenges to apparel accessories in Australia, marked by the expectation of substantial declines in both retail volume and current value terms. These declines can be attributed to a confluence of factors, with…

Apparel and footwear is navigating a complex landscape in Australia in 2023, marked by a series of challenges, most notably the cost-of-living crisis stemming from rising interest rates and increased energy bills. These factors have squeezed…

Following two consecutive years of double-digit value growth, apparel and footwear specialists in Australia had to navigate a complex landscape in 2023. The year was marked by a series of challenges, most notably the cost-of-living crisis stemming…

While apparel and footwear specialists in New Zealand saw retail current value sales growth over 2023, the overall performance of the category reflected differences in the year. In the first half of the year, retail current value sales remained…

In 2023, appliances and electronics specialists in Australia continued to record a positive performance, with offline shopping making a complete recovery from the pandemic's impact. The renewed focus for many players in the channel was on creating…

Appliances and electronics specialists in New Zealand saw only marginal retail current value growth in 2023, despite a slight increase in the number of outlets. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, closed borders and a relatively stable economy…

Asian speciality drinks, the availability of which was once confined to smaller Asian grocers, have now expanded their presence to the shelves of mainstream grocery retailers in Australia. Historically, this category enjoyed a steady consumer base in…

Asian speciality drinks remained a negligible category in New Zealand in 2021. These products are mainly sold via off- and on-trade outlets specialising in Asian groceries or cuisine, with outlets carrying different brands depending on their regional…

The Auckland in New Zealand report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital…

Sydney maintains its position as Australia's most populous city, driving a strong consumer market. High internet connectivity enables 5G adoption and digital transformation in cities. Sydney leads in labour market and economic strength, while Perth,…

Population growth in Australia will be driven by positive natural change and net migration. The country has an immigration policy focused on economic development, attracting skilled workers to cities. The rise in live births will support spending in…

The Australian population is expected to increase over 2022 and 2040, driven primarily by immigration, increasing life expectancies and to a lesser extent, stable birth rates. Single households will continue growing, presenting opportunities for…

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

Overall away-from-home (AFH) tissue and hygiene in Australia experienced notable volume and current value growth rates in 2023. Growth in retail tissue was driven by several factors, including persistent hygiene habits formed during the pandemic, the…

In 2023, New Zealand experienced the first year without COVID-19 restrictions since the pandemic's onset in 2020. The prolonged periods of lockdowns and restrictions from 2020 to 2022 had kept people at home more frequently, leading to a surge in…

In 2023, baby and child-specific products in Australia experienced a further increase in value sales growth. Among these products, baby and child-specific sun care stood out with remarkable value growth. This surge can be attributed to Australian…

In 2023, products with gentle formulation continued to see strong demand in baby and child-specific products, with consumers gravitating towards products with natural or plant-based ingredients. More and more consumers are steering away from products…

While milk formula is set to see slight retail current value growth in 2023, overall value sales will still be below those seen in 2019. The daigou channel (people who travel overseas to buy goods for someone who lives in China) accounted for a…

During the COVID-19 lockdowns more parents were able to stay at home, giving them the time needed to prepare fresh food for their babies. However, as the economy is returning closer to what it was like before the pandemic, consumers are returning to…

Plastic pouches continued to account for the largest pack type share in Australian baby food in 2023, driven by their leadership in prepared baby food, which is the largest baby food category in unit volume sales terms. Plastic pouches are relatively…

In 2023, luggage is set to continue its volume and current value growth trajectory in the Australian market, building on the robust sales rebound it experienced in 2022 following the relaxation of pandemic restrictions and the resurgence of travel.…

Baked goods is set to see notable retail volume and current value growth in 2023, driven by increased demand, as Australians have opted to eat at home more frequently due to the rising cost of living. This trend has been further amplified by the…

Value sales growth of baked goods remains strong in 2023 with broader inflationary pressures a key contributor to this trend. While fuel costs in New Zealand have stabilised following the initial shock in 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine, the…