Consumer Appliances

Dishwashers saw a double-digit decline in retail volume terms in 2022, with the category continuing to decline in 2023, albeit at a slower rate. Despite inflation and the increase in the average unit price of dishwashers this was not enough to offset…

Retail volume sales of dishwashers in South Korea are marginally declining in 2023 for a second consecutive year. This can be attributed to subdued consumer sentiment due to economic stability, which is resulting in many South Koreans refraining from…

The waning impact of the pandemic in South Africa has changed how many households operate in terms of busier lifestyles. The main change is that many employees continue to observe remote/hybrid working measures, and thus are spending greater time at…

The adoption of dishwashers in Singapore has experienced a noteworthy surge, driven by growing awareness of the manifold benefits they offer to modern households. As residents of this vibrant city increasingly seek solutions that optimise time,…

In line with energy-efficiency initiatives and developments, across multiple categories of consumer appliances, new energy consumption standards are being set for dishwashers.

Dishwashers buck the general category trend of major appliances by achieving decent volume sales in 2023. This is attributed to the category being quite new in Romania, with low penetration. Beko (SC Arctic SA) is the most prominent brand, with…

Household penetration of dishwashers continues to rise in Portugal, driven by the more intensive use of dishwashing appliances in the post pandemic era. The trend towards remote working has been a key catalyst in recent years as has the rising cost…

Dishwashers is witnessing steady growth in volume terms in 2023, with demand recovering for these appliances year-on-year. The rising penetration of dishwashers can be attributed to various factors, including the convenience and time-saving benefits,…

A shift in spending from goods to services following COVID-19 impacted sales of dishwashers in 2023, with many consumers deprioritising household purchases. Furthermore, the spike in sales noted during the COVID-19 pandemic led to lower need for…

Dishwashers experienced a substantial volume decline in 2023, primarily attributable to the severe economic conditions characterised by high inflation, significantly restricting consumer spending power. Considered niche and non-essential by the…

The post-pandemic recovery in the sales of dishwashers continued in 2023, with volume growth gaining momentum. With the return to workplaces and busy lifestyles, people have less time for household chores such as dishwashing. Dishwashers are mostly…

In Mexico, dishwashers have historically been niche products, with a relatively low household penetration rate. Local consumers have traditionally shown little interest in dishwashers, constrained by economics but also often remaining unconvinced by…

Demand for dishwashers in Malaysia has been heavily influenced by the reduced presence of expatriates, who traditionally constituted a significant customer segment for this appliance. The adoption of remote working policies by businesses, both local…

Despite the expectation of decline in 2023 due to the difficult economic environment and more time spent outside the home, a dishwasher is named amongst the three “must-haves” for households with busy lifestyles, typically those with children and…

During the pandemic eating at home was a necessity with consumers working and studying from home and access to foodservice outlets being restricted. Food preparation and mealtimes represented important occasions for consumers to spend quality time…

In September 2022, Israel removed the requirement for the Standards Institute of Israel to inspect household and industrial electrical products when they were being imported. Importers can now self-declare compliance with EU regulations, enabling…

Dishwashers are still perceived as niche consumer appliances in Indonesia, and as such, are not seen as a necessity in most homes. Many middle- to upper-income households have domestic help for dishwashing tasks, while dishwashers are too expensive…

During the pandemic, dishwashers experienced a surge in sales as consumers were confined to their homes and therefore sought appliances that would help simplify household chores while they tried to balance work and childcare responsibilities.…

Built-in dishwashers benefited from the increasing need for convenient appliances in households, especially for consumers with new kitchen builds that want new appliances to integrate. Built-in dishwashers are increasingly selected over freestanding…

The demand for dishwashers is predicted to increase further in Hong Kong in 2023, supported by more education about these appliances, and greater visibility in retailers. There has been an uptick in the amount of advertising from retailers on both…