How Are Scandinavian Companies Competing with Multinationals?
Euromonitor International
The Scandinavian style combines minimalism, elegance and edginess as the aesthetic. Not only are Scandinavian products stylish, but they also focus on ethical fashion, including the responsible use of resources and an emphasis on social issues. A…
Norway Reports Lowest Number of Dangerous Toys in Nordic Markets
Euromonitor International
Dangerous toys include toys with choking hazards and chemicals that may be dangerous for the physical or mental development of a child. The European Commission has been tracking these toys since 2006, and in 2017 605 dangerous toys were reported on…
Seat Tax in Norway: A Step in the Wrong Direction
William Cunningham
Tourism has generally been an afterthought in Norway, but with the economy starting to buckle under the pressure of falling oil prices, its value has never been more appreciated. This seems to have been overlooked by the coalition government, which…
Liquid Concentrates in Norway: A Success Story
Dario Chincha
[embed]http://traffic.libsyn.com/euromonitor/Norwegian-Liquid-Concentrates-Euromonitor.mp3[/embed] Scandinavian countries rank among the biggest consumers of liquid concentrates in the world, with two brands driving growth towards reduced-sugar…
Dynamics of the Norwegian Cognac Market
Euromonitor International
Norway is the largest consumer of cognac per capita in the world. However, cognac growth is being impacted by youth consumption trends and growth in whiskey and craft beers. Listen to the full podcast for complete insights into this dynamic…
The Most International Western European Cities
Euromonitor International
Western European cities are gradually becoming melting pots. The foreign population in most European urban areas grew strongly during 2008-2013 and in 2013 at least every seventh inhabitant in the 10 most international European cities was a…
Demand for Convenience in Foodservice Sparks Internet Retailing Sector in Norway
Euromonitor International
Home delivery foodservice orders saw a 4% increase in value terms in 2013, but less than 1% of grocery sales occur online in Norway. Online sales growth is driven by ease of use of technology and recipe subscription services but true growth and…