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The tissue and hygiene industry saw growth contract slightly during 2021 after the pandemic disruption of 2020. However, there is still much to be had in terms of opportunity, in large part opportunities to increase levels of at-home consumption and…

The combined effect of rising regional competition, lingering supply chain disruptions and growing consumer expectation for quality, value, convenience, and personal and planetary wellbeing will further shape retail tissue and disposable hygiene…

Euromonitor International updated the Tissue and Hygiene Forecast Model in August 2022, applying the latest macroeconomic consensus to review 2022-2026 category projections. This report reviews top line changes to this outlook, indicating the main…

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…

The retail tissue industry is expected to see continued growth after a temporary slowdown in 2021, driven in large part by enduring above pre-pandemic level at-home consumption and significant untapped potential in developing markets. However, as a…

The report examines inflation level and drivers globally and in the key countries. Global inflation is forecast to accelerate due to higher energy and commodity prices, disruptions in supply chains and weaker business confidence. Impact varies…

Slower growth, surging inflation, rising geopolitical risks and an accelerating deglobalisation trend are factors shaping the global economic, financial and trade landscape in 2022 and beyond. Despite the challenges, there are opportunities for…

The rise of new business models is linked to a radical overhaul in traditional concepts of ownership, while offering consumers the prospect of new services and improved experiences. Brands exploit the power of connectivity and data generated from…

The disposable hygiene industry is expected to see continued growth after a transitory slowdown in 2021, supported by improved health awareness, product accessibility and income in particularly developing markets. Moving forward, a more holistic…

Regulators are increasingly focused on taking action to address the environmental impact of consumer and corporate behaviour, and sustainability legislation will become an ever more prominent feature of the operating landscape for business, across…

Consumer demand for personalised solutions is spreading across consumer goods and services, influenced by considerable improvements to technologies that can match consumers with outcomes, and experiences that address their wants and needs. This…

Consumer lifestyles and purchase decisions are increasingly leaning towards more sustainable practices. With consumer and government pressures to reduce environmental impact, along with increasing costs of production, the industry embraces circular…

The global performance of adult incontinence is increasingly shaped by lifestyle trends and socioeconomic shifts beyond ageing, with an expanding consumer base hungry for a more diverse range of products and services to cater to individual needs.…

Essity AB is investing heavily in innovation on multiple fronts: from how its products are produced and what materials are used to how they are actually used by the end consumer. This has allowed Essity to maintain its position as the third ranked…

The global market for retail tissue and hygiene has reached a greater level of stability than had been the case earlier in the pandemic. While volatility exists with countries still responding to waves of the virus, related to hemispheres, the…

The pandemic has served as a double-edged sword for the global nappies/diapers/pants industry. On the one hand, greater price sensitivity has weakened spending power and birth rates, while on the other, increased health and eco awareness has…

At the time of writing this report, Australia faces a second wave of COVID-19 infections, resulting in major lockdowns across the most populous states, significantly impacting businesses and consumers. The impact of COVID-19 has resulted in…

The global AFH market saw a weak performance during 2020 and 2021. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic forced consumers to stay in their homes and reduce the use of public places. However, a global recovery in AFH demand is looming, although its pace…

The global market for retail tissue and hygiene has reached a greater level of stability than had been the case earlier in the pandemic. While volatility exists with countries still responding to waves of the virus, related to hemispheres, the…

Our relationship with the home has been fundamentally changed by the pandemic. Our home has become a “hygienic sanctuary” where an increasing number of activities happen. With space a constraint, versatility of the living space has become a focus for…