Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, sp...
Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, specialist knowledge and a comprehensive breakdown of key market data. Our research identifies key strategic themes relevant across the region, while also providing a more granular unders...
Consumers are facing increased pressure from rising prices as global inflation reaches 7% in 2023. The impact of higher costs of living is felt from top earners in developed markets to struggling households in emerging and developing countries.…
Cat food recorded further growth in current value terms in 2023, despite a double-digit decline in volume. This was mainly due to inflationary pressures, as manufacturers passed on the rising costs of raw materials to consumers. The trend towards…
Sales of cat food are expected to register a moderate rise in value terms in 2024. The cat population in Belgium continues to rise albeit at a slower rate than the rate seen in the immediate aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns. However,…
In 2024, cat food in Denmark is poised for growth, albeit slightly below the level seen in 2023. This subdued performance is partly due to a reduction in the cat adoption rate, linked to Danes returning to pre-pandemic routines and grappling with…
Trading down did not have a significant impact on sales of cat food in 2023 despite price increases and a sharp rise in the cost of living. The quality of the cat food remains a top priority for Finns and thus they are generally reluctant to trade…
There are far more cats than dogs in France and while the cat population decreased in 2023 it is expected to stabilise in 2024 and could even increase slightly. Local associations reported a drop in pet adoptions in 2023 whilst abandonments remained…
As inflation throughout Europe has risen as a consequence of the war in Ukraine since 2022, the general price level of goods and services has also increased, including pet products such as cat food. Shrinking purchasing power among local consumers…
There has been a growing demand for high-quality customer service when owners go shopping for their cats, with people increasingly looking for treatments and services as well as food and products for their beloved pets. Pet City, which is the leading…
In 2024, cat food in Ireland is expected to continue to see retail current value growth stem from price escalations. However, the rise in the average unit price of cat food is projected to be slower than in 2023. This is predicted to lead to a lower…
Sales of cat food recorded moderate volume growth across all categories in 2023. This was accompanied by strong growth in current value terms which was largely the result of elevated inflation and price increases introduced by retailers and companies…