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Amid high inflationary pressure and economic uncertainty in markets around the globe, the home care industry is also facing a deceleration in sales growth due to a softening of pent-up demand after the pandemic. SC Johnson’s growth potential within…

As e-commerce growth rates slow from historic highs, the online channel is no longer a rising tide for all categories and brands. While potential exists with e-commerce accounting for 50% of retail’s expected growth in the next five years, retailers…

Self-care at home, as an aspect of the wellness trend, needs to be evaluated as a strategic planning priority as this will sit alongside sustainability long term as a core value pillar. This topic accelerated over the pandemic and keeps accelerating…

This report explores retailing shifts in the home care industry over the period 2017 to 2022, which includes the impact of rising global inflation rates and the post-COVID-19 pandemic scenario on store-based retail and non-store channels, including…

As the world moves beyond COVID-19, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) brands must navigate a reality in which e-commerce growth has slowed dramatically from the lofty heights of the pandemic. Using insights obtained from Euromonitor International’s…

As the third largest home care player globally, Reckitt derives most of its revenue from surface care, which is also the fastest growing category for the company. Despite experiencing a decline in market share, the company experienced growth through…

Procter & Gamble remains the global leader in home care, where much of the growth is stemming from the continued expansion of the laundry care category. Its high brand recognition, coupled with multiple advantageous brand positions, is expected to be…

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.…

The global market for home care is being influenced by factors beyond hygiene. While challenges like inflation and the rising cost of living are driving innovations around energy management, factors like wellness and digitalisation are also bringing…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence among the key economies increases. Higher volatility in the energy markets and disruption of agricultural commodities…

In the upcoming years, consumers and businesses face an array of challenges, with income inequality, mass migration and rising uncertainty about another crisis being among the major ones. Nevertheless, within this lie untapped opportunities. This…

Consumer Types can be a powerful tool to help companies better understand and appeal to their target markets. Consumers are grouped based on shared traits and preferences, companies can better develop products and marketing campaigns that resonate…

This report urges businesses to embrace affordable and accessible sustainability. It presents a comprehensive set of effective actions that can be implemented seamlessly to unlock the untapped potential of democratising sustainability during times of…

The disposable wet wipes space is undergoing a clean evolution, as approaches to cleaning evolve against the backdrop of inflation, urbanisation and pandemic-led wellness reinforcement. This report examines the growth dynamics and competitive…

This Half-Year Review of Euromonitor International’s home care data is intended to provide analysis of the biannual update to Euromonitor International’s Forecast Model (FM), alongside the quarterly update to the Macro Model, offering insight into…

Unilever is one of the leading home care companies worldwide, with a strong market presence in the Asia-Pacific African region and Latin America. The company has 13 brands, whereas five belong to the home care industry, namely Seventh Generation,…

The home cushions consumers from a mindset of resource abundance to one of short-term crisis, ultimately leading to long-term compromise. The sustainable home will be centred on the adoption of new technologies, with properties integrating reuse,…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries in Q4 2023 and 2024. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence remains among the key economies. Higher volatility in the energy markets and disruption of…

Amid rising inflation, consumers are favoring affordable, sustainable solutions and adopting greener lifestyles. For businesses, it's crucial to segment consumers based on their eco-friendly traits and preferences. This report provides insights into…

Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…