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The regional toys and games market was negatively impacted in 2022 by the downturn in sales in China due to surging case numbers of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. A sales decline in Japan, following two years of strong growth during the pandemic,…

Demand was saturated during the pandemic-induced boom. Big ticket purchases are now suppressed by a cost-of-living crisis. Not having a fully realised omnichannel strategy created vulnerabilities; new small store openings are part of a correction, as…

Western Europe emerged from the pandemic into a period of rising inflation, with rates hitting levels not seen for decades in many of the region’s countries. This was negatively impacting the home and garden market in 2022, as was the fact that some…

The retail landscape has been evolving rapidly in the pet care industry. Grocery retailers, despite their convenience, have been losing preference over the years. Pet shops and superstores are investing in becoming a one-stop shop for all things pet.…

The Asia Pacific home and garden market, having seen a pan-regional decline in 2020 due to COVID-19, suffered again in 2022, after the recovery seen in 2021, as case numbers surged across China. However, the forecast period offers better prospects,…

Total alcoholic drinks volumes have almost reached pre-pandemic levels, but an adjustment is evident in the channel balance; retail is on the rise while on-trade recovery is still underway. Macroeconomic pressures and long-term socialising changes…

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,…

The evolution of men's grooming, fuelled by growing self-care, societal change, and the rise of gender fluidity, significantly influences the market. Trust and brand loyalty play major roles in male consumer decisions, bolstered by increasing…

This visual report highlights the results of Euromonitor International’s 2023 Voice of the Consumer: Mobility survey, covering the everyday transportation habits and attitudes of global consumers.

Ageing, urbanisation and migration remain the major drivers shaping the global population. The number of seniors worldwide was increasing in 2022 and is expected to continue growing to 2040. The number of births is declining globally due to falling…

The global economy remains in the midst of a significant slowdown in Q3 2023. Economic activity is dampened as businesses and consumers globally face persistent inflation and further rises in interest rates in most countries. However, strong labour…

This report summarises findings from the Voice of the Consumer: Digital Survey, which was fielded in March and April 2023. This annual survey of 20,000 consumers explores how new technologies are changing how and where consumers shop. Key topics of…

As the cataclysmic, pandemic-induced declines fade in the rear-view mirror and the tidal wave of revenge conviviality that followed begins to break and subside, the alcoholic drinks industry narrative is facing a significant slowdown yet remains…

In the face of a worsening macroeconomic environment in 2022, M&A activity shrank compared to the strong performance in 2021, and that slower trend is likely to continue in 2023. Investors are waiting for global economic trends and consumer health…

After a dramatic rise during the pandemic, global growth in e-commerce sales in fashion has slowed with the easing of restrictions. As consumers become more discerning in their fashion spending in the context of high inflation and the climate…

The report analyses the economic state of Sub-Saharan Africa. It seeks to assess the opportunities in the region against the backdrop of its young, large and fast-growing population, as well as the bottlenecks Sub-Saharan Africa faces, including…

The evolving consumer preference, rapid technological advancements and ever-growing desire for convenience are driving a transition towards a smartphone-first future. Coffee industry players need to be equipped with the right strategies and tools to…

This report focuses on the impact of sports betting on fan engagement, and the challenge of winning in a content rich but attention poor media landscape. By analysing weighted web traffic and app data, it provides insights into the ways sports…

Plant-based has become a key focus for food manufacturers, as consumers consider such products to be healthier, more sustainable, more ethical and more exciting. While there has been a decline in plant-based in some food categories, plant-based…

Online sales, though slowing, remain the leading source of future growth for groceries in the US. Persuading consumers to spend extra money in order to save time is a hard sell in a time of high inflation but the convenience of online ordering…