Austria

In 2023, consumers were more active and spent increased time away from home, driving demand for products that could be consumed on the go, including RTD tea. The product is a popular alternative to regular carbonates or even water, especially as RTD…

In 2023, soft drinks volume sales witnessed an ongoing recovery following negative results noted during the outbreak of COVID-19. Consumers continued to spend time outside the home, in foodservice outlets and leisure locations, and this behaviour…

COVID-19 boosted consumer's health consciousness and increased attempts to be more proactive about staying healthy and fit. When consumers were able and confident to spend more time away from home, many enhanced exercise routines outdoors and went to…

Air treatment products recorded a decline in retail volume in 2023, driven by a strong decline in air purifiers and coolers. However, sales were positive for air conditioners, including portable room air conditioners and split air conditioners, with…

In 2023, demand for consumer appliances declined for the third consecutive year in Austria. Retail volume sales were still noticeably impacted by the increase in purchases during COVID-19, when consumers invested more in consumer appliances due to…