Western Europe

All current data and analysis for Computers, Phones, Televisions, etc for 13 Western European countries. Includes access to specialized research teams, advanced data modelling tools, plus historic and forecast data, competitor insight and more...

Despite economic headwinds in some markets, the toys and games industry continues to see growth globally. However, the continuing adoption of smart devices and digital entertainment at an ever earlier age puts a spotlight on the need for seamless ...

All of our data and analysis for Confectionery in 17 Western European countries. Includes 20 years of comparable data, advanced modelling tools, global and regional analysis, company profiles, strategic briefings, articles, datagraphics, videos and ...

Dishwashing in Western Europe as a whole is a mature category, characterised by low growth rates and an increasing concentration on all-in-one monodose dishwashing tablets, the convenience of use of which appeals to consumers. However, a shift in ...

Social Media platforms enable users to stay connected with friends, family and people with similar interests. This briefing includes profiles on Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Skype, Snapchat, Twitter, WhatsApp, ...

Womenswear in Western Europe is still dominated by fast fashion, which continues to create intense price competition for retailers. This competition for lower prices and on-trend collections is further intensified by the growth of internet retailing ...

In recent years, the Internet of Things has become one of the most impactful technological developments in all of digital commerce, and will remain so for the foreseeable future. Due to the affordability of smart speakers like the Amazon Echo and ...

High per capita spend in homewares makes Western Europe an attractive region, especially as economic conditions are set to improve over 2018-2023. The increasing healthy living trend, favouring home-based cooking, is creating growth opportunities for...

Following the rejection of Theresa May’s Brexit deal by the House of Commons three times, another extension of Article 50, failed cross-party talks with Labour, and a disastrous performance by the Conservatives in the European Parliamentary ...

All of our data and analysis for Tobacco in 17 Western European countries. Includes 19 years of comparable data, advanced modelling tools, global and regional analysis, company profiles, strategic briefings, articles, datagraphics, videos and ...

Supported by more casual dress codes and the spread of sport as a status symbol, sportswear in Western Europe is seeing significant value growth, despite fierce price competition. Rising per capita spending on versatile trainers and leggings is ...

The luxury goods industry posted another year of positive growth in 2018, after a challenging 2017. The concept of luxury continues to shift in line with changing consumer values. Technology has been especially disruptive as it continues to ...

This report examines the laundry care market in Western Europe. Over the review period, laundry care witnessed a slightly negative sales performance, as already high per capita spending and high levels of promotional activity limited growth. However,...

The pace of growth in small appliances is progressively slowing in Western Europe, impacted by growing degrees of maturity. Manufacturers are therefore focusing on value growth and the launch of upmarket innovations. Technologies related to ...

North America stands out as a global leader in digital commerce. With some of the market’s top players located in the region, innovation continues to spur growth in remote, proximity, and voice purchasing. Government legislation in both the US and ...

Digital wallets have revolutionised payment systems and e-commerce companies are embracing them globally to create seamless experience, but also to interact with the consumer and collect smart data. While cashless solutions and digital wallets have ...

Western Europe is a developed lodging market, which is witnessing continuous increase in inbound tourism after the 2009 Eurozone crisis and 2016 terror attacks. Short-term rentals has been the fastest growing and most popular category, especially ...

This report looks at the problems associated with the most inefficient leg of the delivery process – often referred to as the “last mile” – and examines the key trends and challenges impacting the delivery market. It identifies the novel commercial ...

The Eurozone outlook has deteriorated significantly since the end of 2018. Real GDP growth forecasts have been downgraded to 0.9-1.5% in 2019 and 0.9-1.9% in 2020, compared to 1.8% in 2018. The Eurozone slowdown started in mid-2018, mainly in the ...

Global GDP growth slowed down in 2018 to 3.7%. The weak growth momentum will carry on to 2019. In 2019-2020, annual global output expansion is forecast to decline to 3.3-3.4%. Global financial conditions have improved since the end of 2018 after big ...