Read in-depth analysis on the key trends shaping demand across in...
Read in-depth analysis on the key trends shaping demand across industries, consumers and national markets, with insight and market statistics that offer global strategic coverage.
During 2023, global retail sales posted a slight recovery, despite inflationary pressures. Broader trends favoured shifts to value-focused retail channels such as discounters, while e-commerce also continued to grow – albeit more slowly than prior to…
WH Group remains the leading processed meat player globally, with a strong position in China and the US as well as a growing presence in Europe. Its globally integrated platform also includes hog production, slaughtering, processing and exports.…
Yamazaki Baking has been losing share in staple foods in recent years. The company has been impacted by the relative lack of dynamism in its home market in Japan, which accounts for the vast majority of its sales. Nevertheless, it remains a major…
Between 2018 and 2023, Asian countries saw polarised rates of growth in packaged food sales. For 2023-2028, however, this range is set to narrow as markets stabilise. Companies are focusing on expansion, innovation and building value. Within these…
Home care faces challenges from high inflation, rising prices, and strained supply chains, leading to flat sales. High inflation reshapes habits, boosting private labels. Brands diversify portfolios and innovate for superiority. Industry tackles…
This briefing examines how the chicken and poultry commodities perform globally and in the largest countries in terms of supply. The report also provides data and analysis on chicken price dynamics and trends in the key meat-consuming industries.
Consumers have reduced their discretionary purchases, owing to economic uncertainties and high inflation. Early projections by manufacturers proved to be overly optimistic, as sales of consumer electronics have declined further.
A tight labour market, persisting supply chain disruptions and elevated economic uncertainties cloud the business environment globally. Despite the challenges, there are opportunities for businesses to transform, innovate and build resilience in the…
Hot drinks sales in Asia Pacific were stagnating in real value terms in 2020, impacted by the decline seen in China in this year due to the COVID-19 lockdowns. However, sales have been increasing since then, in spite of further Chinese lockdowns in…
In 2023, small appliances saw growth, as consumers replaced their small appliances purchased during the pandemic, especially as many continue to adopt hybrid or remote working. The industry has strong growth prospects over the forecast period, with…