Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Latvia. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Deodorants were one of the stronger performers among beauty and personal care products in 2023. Despite the stubbornly high inflation, caused initially by the energy crisis from the war in Ukraine, deodorants registered both healthy constant value…
The year 2023 witnessed a remarkable surge in the demand for tampons among Latvian women, primarily attributed to the increasing adoption of active lifestyles. This trend, echoing the patterns observed in the previous year, reflects a notable shift…
In 2023, automatic dishwashing tablets experienced the most rapid growth in value terms, aligned with rising price points and increasing sales of dishwashers. Consumers are choosing automatic dishwashing tablets as they offer precise detergent…
Off-trade volume sales recorded double-digit growth in 2022, however, much of this is due to the product growing from a small base. As such, actual product sales and values remain low, with ongoing potential for growth.
Shoe polish experienced the most rapid growth in volume terms in 2023. This market expansion can be attributed to the rising population, primarily driven by the influx of Ukrainian refugees, contributing to Latvia's population growth. However,…
Retail volume sales of coffee saw a stagnant performance in 2023, as the high cost of living affected consumer purchasing behaviour. Forced to spend more on utilities and food, Latvians shifted away towards more affordable products. The market also…
Despite a return to on-the-go consumption following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, off-trade volume sales of bottled water declined in 2023. Economic uncertainty is heavily impacting sales, while the outbreak of COVID-19 negatively impacted…
Throughout 2023, the demand for paper towels experienced remarkable growth in both value and volume terms. This surge can be attributed to the growing recognition among consumers of the versatility and practicality of paper towels in various…
Off-trade sales declined in 2023, with concentrates being a relatively small category in Latvia, which registered minimal growth over the review period. While its performance was positive in 2020, with people spending more time at home, sales began…
Off-trade volume sales stagnated in carbonates in Latvia in 2023, with a slight decline noted in retail volume as sales were challenged by rising inflation and increased price points. This led many consumers to reduce their spending on…