Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape i...
Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape industry demand throughout Asia-Pacific, with local insight, market statistics and analysis ranging from strategic regional overview to in-depth coverage by country or city.
RTD coffee in Hong Kong regained growth momentum in 2023 to fully recover in off-trade volume terms to pre-pandemic levels. Its performance was driven by several key factors that aligned with changing consumer behaviour and economic conditions. With…
The lifting of COVID-19 restrictions has had a significant impact on the city, leading to a resumption of foot traffic and an increase in tourist flows. As a result, there has been a noticeable rise in impulse beverage purchases, particularly among…
In 2023, total volume sales of soft drinks in Hong Kong returned to growth, driven by the return of foot traffic and tourists following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in late 2022. This resurgence in foot traffic resulted in increased sales…
In 2023, off-trade volume sales of sports drinks in Hong Kong experienced a full recovery to pre-pandemic following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in late 2022. With the resumption of sports and exercise routines, consumers increasingly turned…
The ongoing demand for bottled water in India can be attributed primarily to two factors: the scarcity of clean drinking water and rising health concerns. UNICEF reports that less than 50% of the Indian population has access to clean drinking water,…
In 2024, Coca-Cola, the leading carbonates player in India, decided to transfer its company-owned bottling operations in three North Indian regions to existing independent bottlers. These regions include Rajasthan, Bihar, North-East India, and parts…
The demand for health-enhancing products is on a notable rise in India. Pioma Industries, a leading concentrates player with its brand Rasna, has acknowledged this trend and developed products tailored to meet general health and wellness preferences.…
In 2018, PepsiCo entered energy drinks in India with the brand Sting, costing INR50 per 250ml can, while Red Bull, the leading brand, retailed for nearly double the price for the same quantity. Realising the need for affordability to attract a…
India's youthful population, with 327 million millennials and 378 million Generation Z individuals as of 2023, has become a significant driver of juice consumption in the country. This young demographic, combined with growing health consciousness, is…
With the waning impact of the pandemic, off-trade sales of RTD tea in India have been increasing due to the drink’s convenient on-the-go nature. Hindustan Unilever dominates demand for still RTD tea, with a nationwide presence primarily driven by its…