Finland

The sale of yoghurt and sour milk continued to normalise following the outbreak of COVID-19, when consumers stayed at home, leading to increased snacking. In 2023, yoghurt and sour milk is also facing the increasing challenge of being a mature…

Wound care is set to see sales rise in current value terms in 2023, even as volumes fall. The increase in value sales is being driven primarily by rising unit prices in the context of a generally high rate of inflation. While volume sales are set to…

Despite being a mature product area, wipes in Finland continued to thrive in 2023, propelled by the enduring appeal of convenience. The price increase during the year prompted consumers to adopt a more discerning approach, carefully evaluating…

Sustainability and responsibility have a clear impact on the alcoholic drinks industry in Finland, with many players prioritising CO2 neutrality and lighter, recyclable packaging. Alko, for example, now uses Green Choice symbols in its outlets to…

Weight management and wellbeing product sales are set to fall in 2023. One reason for this decline is the new regulations from the European Commission requiring companies to change the ingredients and consistency of products. In addition to this, the…