Australia

Throughout 2023, the persistent trend of weak demand and significant decline in volume sales, observed since 2022, has continued, as the world gradually returns to pre-pandemic norms. Consumers are shifting their focus away from home-related…

The growth of sweet spreads in 2023 can be attributed to a shift in consumer behaviour. As the cost of living increases, many Australians are opting to cook and dine at home more frequently. This change is being driven by the need to manage household…

In the wake of the pandemic, Australians directed their attention towards creating comfortable and hygienic living spaces. The pandemic period witnessed a surge in sales of high-performance vacuum cleaners. Leading players such as Dyson and Ecovacs…

In 2023, retail volume consumption of coffee is set to see sustained robust growth in Australia, which can be attributed to the preference of Australians for the convenience of remote working, therefore leading to only a slow return to offices.…

In 2023, Australia has witnessed a year of normalisation, as its residents settle into their new post-pandemic routines. With the end of restrictions and a reduction in anxiety about infection, Australians are embracing a return to their normal daily…

The lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to influence the landscape of other hot drinks, driven by Australians spending more time at home compared with pre-pandemic times. This growth in at-home consumption occasions has provided ample…

While tea has been gaining popularity in Australia due to the health and wellness trend, the black tea category, which is dominant in retail volume terms, has not reaped the rewards, experiencing declining demand in 2021 and 2022 in both loose and…

Baked goods is set to see notable retail volume and current value growth in 2023, driven by increased demand, as Australians have opted to eat at home more frequently due to the rising cost of living. This trend has been further amplified by the…

Amidst economic challenges, breakfast cereals, a traditional morning staple, is set to experience solid retail volume growth and stronger current value growth in 2023, driven by the popularity of such products as a convenient at-home meal option. The…

Processed fruit and vegetables is set to experience growth in current value terms in 2023, primarily driven by rising unit prices. However, volume consumption is also expected to see a slight increase, due to more people opting to cook at home in…