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Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…
Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in business models and consumer behaviour, as well as altering the ways and the geography many of us live, work, study and play. Understanding what changes will stick after the pandemic…
To help companies understand which categories are most primed for sustained e-commerce growth post-pandemic, Euromonitor developed the E-Commerce Readiness Model. This tool uses analytic modelling to determine which countries and categories have the…
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…
In 2023, retail value sales of sun care products recorded modest growth. According to a study conducted by Cosmetics New Zealand in September 2022, the majority of New Zealanders have not adopted sunscreen in their daily routines. In the summer, the…
Sun care in Australia remained on a steady growth trajectory in 2023, propelled by the nation's strong emphasis on sun protection. Brands such as Ultra Violette are revolutionising the category by introducing the concept of "skinscreen," offering SPF…
In 2023, retail value sales of skin care products recorded steady growth. This was largely driven by inflationary pressures, however, as volume sales were muted. Innovation has been a key driver of growth in skin care and recent product launches have…
In 2023, skin care in Australia witnessed robust growth, with both mass and premium segments showing positive trends. However, the pressure of rising living costs continued to impact consumers' discretionary spending, prompting a shift in…
The digital revolution has been rewiring retail for years, leading to new business models, commerce ecosystems and channels for reaching and engaging consumers. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this transition, as e-commerce became the default…
Consumers in New Zealand were found to spend more cautiously in 2023 due to rising living costs, which limited growth in premium beauty and personal care. Many consumers found that they were spending more on everyday necessities and as a result were…
In 2023, premium beauty and personal care in Australia experienced a strong rebound after a period of slowing value sales growth the previous year. This slowdown in 2022 was influenced by various factors, including exceptional performances the…
In 2023, oral care sales in New Zealand recorded solid growth in both value and volume terms. Products such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, and mouthwash are considered a personal care staple by most consumers and are often included on grocery lists.…
In 2023, oral care in Australia experienced a stabilisation in demand, with local consumers showing a growing interest in products that offer more than just basic oral hygiene benefits. One notable trend driving this shift is the increasing focus on…
Men’s grooming in New Zealand saw a fall in both retail value and volume sales in 2023. There was little product innovation and there were few new product launches in men's grooming in 2023. Across most subcategories, mainstream brands continue to be…
Men’s grooming in Australia has experienced significant value growth in recent years, fuelled by increasing awareness of men’s wellbeing and a greater focus on personal grooming and appearance. This trend is partly influenced by societal shifts and…
In 2023, well-established mainstream brands in mass beauty and personal care benefited from the complex economic environment. Households in New Zealand experienced large increases to living costs due to increases in interest payments and grocery food…
Despite the persistent impact of cost-of-living pressures over 2023, beauty and personal care in Australia showed resilience. Local consumers did not necessarily reduce their purchases of beauty products but instead sought more affordable options.…
Asia Pacific was the largest engine of growth for the beauty and personal care industry in 2020 when compared to other regions. It was also the first region to enter a recovery phase after COVID-19 and is expected to see the fastest economic growth…
In 2023, retail value sales of hair care in New Zealand recorded negligible growth, while volume sales declined. According to data published by Stats NZ, the cost of living for an average household in New Zealand rose by 7% over the 12 months up to…