The world's most comprehensive market research on consumer produc...
The world's most comprehensive market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Myanmar.
The Yangon in Myanmar report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration,…
The global urban consumer landscape is increasingly complex and difficult to navigate. Which cities should you choose for your consumer business expansion? To answer this and other questions, we are introducing the Euromonitor International Cities…
Consumption of tax-paid cigarettes continues to fall in 2022, with many consumers eschewing locally manufactured cigarettes in favour of either illicit imports or traditional cheroots and quids. Demand for the Red Ruby brand continues to decline…
Tissue and hygiene in Myanmar posted strong retail volume growth in 2023, supported by population growth and urbanisation, despite higher prices. The consumer base mainly consists of middle- and high-income consumers. However, households remained…
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…
Political and economic repercussions, such as regional conflicts, inflation, and currency depreciation, resulting from the 2021 coup have cast a shadow on Myanmar's staple foods in 2023. Retail prices have persistently surged across various…
In 2023, soft drinks players adjusted their business and marketing strategies. This included launching smaller pack sizes, implementing marketing promotions and launching new budget brands. This was done in a bid to remain competitive amidst the…
In 2023, Myanmar's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and military coup faces new challenges due to global inflation. Soaring prices have led to decreased purchasing power, prompting a shift in snack consumption patterns. Consumers are downtrading…
Retail in Myanmar witnessed double-digit growth in current value terms in 2022 but this was largely driven by high inflation and the depreciation of the local currency exchange rate. Households became more price sensitive amidst declining purchasing…
With a turnover of USD365.8 billion in 2021, Asia Pacific was the world’s second largest region for recreation, entertainment and arts. Over the next decade, the region’s entertainment industry is poised to grow at the fastest rate, nearly closing…
Myanmar’s military has created significant instability for the country, whilst corruption continues to be rife and economic freedom has worsened. High inflation is causing the economy to stall and the foreign investment climate has worsened…
Rapid population expansion in 2021-2040 will be driven by natural increase. The ageing trend will accelerate; however, Myanmar will remain relatively young in a regional context and if prepared it could take advantage of a demographic dividend over…
Mandalay and Monywa are Myanmar’s most economically vibrant cities, benefiting from higher productivity levels and more extensive digitalisation as compared to other cities in the country. Meanwhile, Yangon holds the highest potential for future…
The Mandalay in Myanmar report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration,…
Myanmar's per capita income is expected to see a modest increase. Middle Youth will continue to shape luxury spending trends. However, income inequality is set to rise to extremely high levels in global terms. Social class A is poised for rapid…
The number of households is set to increase moderately in Myanmar over 2022-2027, with couples with children remaining the dominant household type. In 2022, household spending was affected by inflation, which stood at 18.3%, elevating living costs.…
Sales of hot drinks registered marginal growth in 2023. Coffee, the largest category, and other hot drinks recorded growth, while retail volume sales of tea declined. A developing coffee culture supported rising demand for fresh coffee, with tea…
In 2023 home care sales rebounded from the disruption caused by the pandemic as society returned to normality. Categories that benefited from the COVID-19 pandemic such as dishwashing resumed normal growth patterns as consumers spent less time at…
Asia Pacific remained the largest global producer of food, beverages and tobacco in 2021, with sales valued at USD3,809 billion. With the release of pent-up demand, the industry’s turnover witnessed an increase in 2021. Going forward, expanding…
In 2023, Myanmar’s real GDP growth slowed to 2.8%, due to the continued civil conflict. The blocking of trade routes is having a dramatic impact on exports of textiles and apparel, while the military government is having little success in attracting…