Australia

In the broader home care industry, growth in unit prices remained relatively high in Australia in 2023. Amidst economic uncertainties, consumers proactively adjusted their spending habits, often by paring down the number of products in their shopping…

In Australia, the demand for home insecticides saw solid retail volume and current value growth in 2023, with consumers continuing to show a preference for spray/aerosol insecticides due to their perceived efficacy. However, many other insecticides…

Laundry care experienced growth in both retail volume and current value terms in Australia in 2023. Higher demand was driven by increased net immigration, and greater mobility outside of the home. Most companies have supported their employees to…

In 2023 polishes saw a retail volume decline in Australia, while minor growth was seen in current value terms. The ongoing poor volume performance was influenced by several factors. As people returned to offices and social activities, they tended to…

After experiencing post-COVID revenge spending and indulging in leisure activities, consumers found themselves spending more time at home in 2023, partly due to the high cost of living. The trend of cooking at home was particularly pronounced,…

In 2023, retail volume sales of toilet care products experienced a solid increase in Australia, driven by factors such as rising household numbers and increased property occupancy rates. With greater mobility and the return to offices, consumers…

Folding cartons, the biggest pack type in hot drinks in Australia, has continued to grow in recent years, with this expected to continue over the forecast period. Folding cartons remain popular as they are seen as a convenient packaging option for…

Metal beverage cans were gaining share from the leading pack types liquid cartons and HDPE bottles in packaging unit volume terms in RTD coffee. This can be attributed to the fact that metal beverage cans are a more sustainable pack type as they can…

In 2023, baby and child-specific products in Australia experienced a further increase in value sales growth. Among these products, baby and child-specific sun care stood out with remarkable value growth. This surge can be attributed to Australian…

Bath and shower in Australia exhibited improved demand in 2023, following two consecutive years of retail volume declines. Product innovation played a significant role in driving category growth, as brands introduced new formulations and features to…

Despite facing significant cost-of-living pressures in 2023, beauty and personal care in Australia exhibited resilience amid economic challenges. This resilience was particularly evident in the premium segment, which recorded strong growth despite a…

In 2023, colour cosmetics in Australia experienced notable volume and value growth as consumers returned to pre-pandemic lifestyles, resulting in a further normalisation of daily routines. Within this category, lip products emerged as a standout,…

Just as consumers are tailoring their choice of fragrance to suit various occasions, they are now applying a similar approach to selecting deodorants in Australia. Rather than relying on one deodorant exclusively, local consumers are building…

Amid a cost-of-living crisis, consumer focus on value has heightened in Australia. There is growing demand for multifunctional products that offer both value and convenience. Recent product innovation in depilatories has focused on skin care…

Fragrances in Australia experienced a notable upsurge in demand throughout 2023, building upon the recovery observed the previous year. This growth trend was largely driven by pent-up demand resulting from the pandemic, as social activities resumed.…

Hair care in Australia experienced steady growth, driven by the ongoing skinification trend. The latter continued to influence category development, with an increasing number of hair care products incorporating premium skin care ingredients to…

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.…

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, 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…

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, 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…

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…

Overall away-from-home (AFH) tissue and hygiene in Australia experienced notable volume and current value growth rates in 2023. Growth in retail tissue was driven by several factors, including persistent hygiene habits formed during the pandemic, the…

Menstrual care in Australia experienced growth in both retail volume and current value terms in 2023, fuelled by several factors. As consumers resumed their normal routines, including going back to work and being more mobile, the demand for menstrual…

In 2023, nappies/diapers/pants in Australia experienced marginal retail volume growth and solid current value growth. Low volume growth was influenced by several factors, including a declining birth rate and increased competition from washable…

Retail adult incontinence in Australia experienced minimal retail volume growth and solid single-digit current value growth in 2023, driven by various factors, including an ageing population, rising consumer awareness, and a greater variety of…

Retail tissue in Australia saw low retail volume growth in 2023, and a more dynamic current value increase, experiencing high single-digit growth. However, challenges such as rising unit prices and supply chain disruptions persisted, albeit to a…

Rx/reimbursement adult incontinence in Australia saw volume and current value growth in 2023. The policy and pre-budget submission by the Continence Foundation of Australia for 2023-2024 continues to tackle the stigma and restrictions associated with…

In 2023, tissue and hygiene in Australia performed well, with single-digit current value growth rates seen across both retail and away-from-home (AFH) tissue and hygiene, primarily driven by factors such as the high inflationary environment, and…

Wipes in Australia witnessed notable growth in current value terms in 2023, primarily driven by the continued appeal of wipes amongst consumers for their convenience and ease of use, especially as people resumed their busy lifestyles post-pandemic.…