Colombia

Due to its portability and flexibility, which seamlessly align with on-the-go consumption habits, flexible aluminium/plastic packaging is the preferred choice for meals and soups packaging in Colombia. Its protective barrier properties ensure…

Health and beauty specialists recorded another year of strong current value growth in 2023 due to the lack of pandemic-related restrictions and social distancing, and the return to work and social events. The cosmetic and health industry in the…

Vacuum cleaners in Colombia witnessed a substantial decline in sales volume compared to the preceding year, primarily attributed to the country's economic downturn. Reduced consumer incomes prompted prioritisation of essential goods over…

The sales volume of refrigeration appliances has witnessed a considerable decline, primarily influenced by the prevailing economic conditions that have adversely impacted consumer purchasing power. A significant factor contributing to this downturn…

Consumer appliances in Colombia encountered moderate growth in 2023, marking the lowest volume growth in the past six years. Major appliances suffered a decline in volume sales, impacted by multiple factors, including reduced purchasing power among…

The Colombian economy began its recovery in the latter half of 2021. This growth was fuelled by fiscal stimulus measures implemented in 2021, rising oil prices, and a surge in food and beverage exports, which recorded a significant increase in 2022.…

The demand for energy drinks experienced marginal growth in 2023, building on the progress made in 2020 and driven by increasing consumption occasions. Volume and value sales are growing in both off-trade and on-trade channels, albeit at a slower…

Following a pandemic-induced surge, the demand for a more diverse range of teas and offerings is persisting within on-trade channels. In contrast to coffee, tea faced lesser impacts from inflation and the escalating costs of raw materials in 2023.…

In the early months of 2023, a challenging macroeconomic climate, coupled with low consumer confidence, high interest rates to curb demand and soaring inflation, as well as political uncertainty, resulted in a marked deceleration in the issuance of…

Sleep disorders have increased in Colombia since the pandemic due to the increased incidence of mental health issues and anxiety, whether diagnosed or not. The country still faces barriers to timely attention and diagnosis of psychological and…