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The Relentless Growth of the Aluminum Beverage Can in the Americas
Matthew Barry
One of the most noticeable features of beverages in the last decade has been the dramatic growth in popularity of the metal beverage can. While proponents of the can like to tout features like sustainability and portability as the driving forces behind this, what has really happened is that the can has aligned itself well with some of the most dynamic growth categories in beverages. It is this category alignment that has been the key to cans’ success.
Why Integrating Sustainability in Fashion Retail is Becoming a Must
Marguerite Le Rolland
As the pressure grows from both consumers and regulators to make the fashion industry more circular, retailers and brands need to adapt their distribution and retail strategies by encouraging repairing, promoting recycling and facilitating resale and rental.
A More Durable Tourism Model: Building Back Better in Europe
Stephen Dutton
Building back better is one of the most discussed ideas in tourism this year, particularly in Europe, and especially in the context of the post-pandemic rebound. Euromonitor International’s Sustainable Travel Index offers unique insights into resilience, overtourism, and value creation.
Impact of the Top Four Key Food Themes on Australia
Tim Foulds
Cost-of-living pressures continue to challenge Australian consumers in 2023, despite recent falls in inflation and the stalling of interest rate increases by the Reserve Bank of Australia. Previous rises in the headline rate placed greater pressure on mortgage holders, with property investors hiking rents at a time of heightened demand driven by a simultaneous recovery in post-pandemic immigration. In this context, affordability remains key, but other global trends are playing an important role.
Voice of the Industry: Sustainability Survey 2023 Key Insights
Jorge Zuniga
Amid the cost-of-living crisis, geopolitical tensions, and climate disasters, sustainability gains momentum, compelling action from both businesses and governments. As stakeholders, especially governments, exert greater influence, the urgency for climate-conscious measures has intensified, thrusting sustainability into sharper focus.
Budgeteers and Eco Economic in Australian Beauty and Personal Care
Julia Illera
The post-pandemic recovery of beauty and personal care decelerated in 2022, tempered by high inflation, rising unit prices and overall economic uncertainties, which continued to impact the daily lives of consumers in Australia.