Income and Expenditure

Through to 2040, the US demographic profile is expected to tilt towards childless households, influenced by low birth rates and an ageing population. The US is set to remain the global leader in terms of luxury spending, yet widening income…

The next billion consumers represent new growth opportunities worth trillions of dollars in consumer spending across the globe. However, the next billion consumers are not a monolithic cohort, as they vary hugely from market to market. In order to…

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has shaken up consumer goods and service industries in the Middle East, putting pressure on supply chains and depressing sales as lockdowns and job losses squeeze discretionary spending. Essential items such as packaged food,…

Emerging Asia has been one of the most exciting regions in emerging markets during the last two decades and this trend is expected to continue, though the pace of growth has slowed down as the economies transform and mature. By 2040, emerging Asia…

Urbanization, longer life expectancy, and a falling birth rate are transforming Thailand's consumer landscape. Millennials and Gen Z are gaining influence, while single-person households surge. Traditional gender roles persist, impacting household…

Emerging Asia has been one of the most exciting regions in emerging markets during the last two decades and this trend is expected to continue, though the pace of growth has slowed down as the economies transform and mature. By 2040, emerging Asia…

In 2022, Sweden experienced population growth, driven by increased immigration, notably from Ukrainian citizens seeking refuge due to the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. Millennials became the largest generational cohort, shaping consumer behaviour with…

Increased economic uncertainty, digitisation of business activities, the need to improve operational efficiency, and stricter regulations encourage companies to review their supply networks and fortify them against the potential risks in the future.…

The report analyses the economic state of Sub-Saharan Africa. It seeks to assess the opportunities in the region against the backdrop of its young, large and fast-growing population, as well as the bottlenecks Sub-Saharan Africa faces, including…

While the global luxury goods market contracted notably, Asia showed signs of recovery as early as Q2 2020, minimising the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This report analyses the background to the quick recovery of personal luxury…

By 2040, Spain’s consumer landscape is set to be dominated by childless households, as the fertility rate declines owing to the population continuing to age. Consumers continue to seek bargains, with almost half switching to private label in 2022.…

South Korea has witnessed population decline over the recent years, as number of childless households continue to increase. Generation X, aged 60-75 in 2040, will continue to hold its position as the most influential consumer segment. Older cohorts…

From 2022 to 2040, South Africa's population growth will slow due to declining fertility rates, leading to childless households rising. Generation Alpha (15-30 age group) are set to overtake millennials as the most prevalent cohort. Ongoing…

Ageing, migration and generational shifts are shaping Singapore’s demographic landscape. Economic turbulence has led to more people adopting cautious consumption patterns and budgeting. The number of seniors is projected to increase substantially by…

Through to 2040, the Saudi population is set to continue rising due to high fertility rates and longer life expectancy, with the average consumer being 37 years old. Generation Alpha will dominate, comprising over a quarter of the population. Income…

Ageing, urbanisation, migration, and the generational shift continue to shape Poland's demographic landscape. The number of seniors in Poland will notably increase through to 2040. The influence of Millennials on consumer preferences will solidify,…

The economy in the Philippines grew rapidly in 2022 and urbanization as well as consumer income are forecast to grow. The average number of children per household is expected to decline, while smaller homes remain popular but larger properties show…

In 2022, Peru witnessed population growth, driven by stable natural change and rising life expectancy. The country is facing the arrival of Venezuelan refugees, as well as political unrest. In 2022, Gen Z emerged as the largest generation, and is…

Nigeria’s population is projected to expand by 47% between 2022 and 2040, driven by natural increase, with a median age of 21 years dominated by Gen Alpha. The ongoing urbanization is largely unplanned, resulting in the proliferation of slums and…

New Zealand's population growth is expected to continue, driven by rising immigration and life expectancy. An aging population brings challenges, with an increased old-age dependency ratio predicted. The housing market is seeing declining property…