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This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries in 2024. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence among the key economies remains. Supply chain and commodities markets disruptions remain the key risks for…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is moderating, although volatility in the energy markets and faster consumption growth in China are among the key risks that could increase inflation.…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

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…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

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…

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered the most severe global recession since World War II. In Q4 2020, the end of the pandemic started as countries began administering effective vaccines among the population; however, vaccine distribution…

People today are placing focus on the desired outcome of their consumption. In the pet care universe, pet owners are extending this behaviour to their animal companions where consumables across pet food, pet treats and pet supplements are being…

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…

Pet food volume sales surged over the pandemic, with premiumisation fostering even higher value sales growth. Surges in commodity prices continued generating sharp unit price increases and forced online portfolio reductions. The recessionary…

JM Smucker is the number four player in the global pet care market, despite generating the vast majority of its sales in a single region. Its strong focus on North America, and the US in particular, means it is well placed to benefit from the fact…

Mars, global leader in pet care, is well positioned to serve value- and quality-conscious consumers with its economy and premium brands. While the US is the largest market for Mars, emerging markets offer growth opportunities in the future due…

Nestlé SA, primarily through its Purina brand, has shown strong performance in 2023, being a significant contributor to Nestlé’s organic growth, especially in regions such as North America, Europe and Latin America. The pet care market has seen…

Coronavirus is a game changer for packaging. The pandemic has rendered safety and hygiene key considerations for consumers who will be receptive to active packaging that helps avoid food waste and anti-pathogenic solutions to reduce contamination.…

With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, online grocery became a vital element of people's lives. However, e-commerce infrastructure is very different across markets, leading to large variations in out-of-stocks as demand surged. This briefing uses…

Pet care continued to record healthy growth rates throughout the pandemic in Asia Pacific, helped by some consumers adopting pets for company during lockdowns as well as a further shift to the e-commerce channel. Moving into the forecast period, the…

Pet care growth rates spiked during the pandemic in Latin America, helped by consumers adopting pets for company during lockdowns as well as the ongoing premiumisation and pet humanisation trends. In spite of high inflation rates in the region,…

Pet care continues to record positive value growth in Middle East and Africa, in spite of the difficult economic environment pushing volume sales into decline. Ongoing premiumisation and pet humanisation are driving value growth, despite some…

The ongoing premiumisation and pet humanisation trends as well as a continued expansion of pet populations, which were helping to drive growth in the Western European pet care market over most of 2018-2023, are expected to ensure further sales…

The premiumisation trend in the global pet care industry brings forth new opportunities for industry players. Inflationary pressures create a challenging environment in the near term, but long-term prospects are expected to support premiumisation…