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Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Hong Kong, China. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Hong Kong started 2022 with the fifth wave of COVID-19, with over 1.2 million citizens testing positive during the first quarter of the year. The outbreak dramatically intensified consumers’ concerns regarding their health and wellness, particularly…
The pandemic resulted in heightened health and wellness awareness among local consumers, which has led to them reducing their intake of certain ingredients detrimental to their health, such as sugar, fat and salt. This trend continued to drive demand…
The current health and wellness trend, which was accelerated by the emergence of the pandemic in Hong Kong, has resulted in the launch of a wide range of healthy snacks. Snacks based on vegetables and options accompanied by claims such as high…
Since the pandemic, local consumers have become extremely aware of the importance of health and wellness. According to Euromonitor International’s Voice of the Consumer: Lifestyles Survey 2022, 71% of Hong Kong respondents stated that they…
Local consumers have been paying greater attention to their diets since the pandemic and, therefore, are exploring different dietary plans. In Hong Kong, flexitarian has, in fact, attracted the most attention. A local survey indicates that the city's…
Ice cream in Hong Kong is experiencing intensified competition amid shifting consumer behaviour, with brands investing in enhanced palatability and innovative flavours to capture demand in a city witnessing greater mobility outside of the home.…
Digital camcorders are seeing positive volume growth in 2023, thanks to the return of out-of-home lifestyles and travel, whereby consumers enjoy recording their adventures. On the other hand, digital cameras continue to face competition from…
In-car entertainment is in an overall structural decline, due to rising competition and cannibalisation from multifunctional devices such as smartphones. An added factor here is the decline in the number of registered private cars. This trend is…
There has been a noticeable shift in terms of preference for denim clothing, including jeans, as consumers prioritise comfort. Skinny jeans have been a wardrobe stable in Hong Kong for many years. However, in 2023, there has been a noticeable decline…
The lifting of pandemic restrictions sparked a resurgence in foot traffic in commercial districts in the city, leading to a significant increase in demand for jewellery in Hong Kong. After a freeze of 2-3 years since the outbreak of the pandemic in…
Since the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in late 2022, juice in Hong Kong has demonstrated a steady recovery. However, unlike other soft drinks categories, juice has not benefited as much from the resumption of tourist flows and increased foot…
The private housing supply predicted for 2023 has approximately doubled compared with the pre-pandemic period, which is set to lead to an increase in demand for large cooking appliances. Following a spike in new residential housing, especially after…
Overall laundry care saw a slight decline in retail volume terms in Hong Kong in 2023, due to saturation after several pandemic waves. This led many people to stock up on laundry care products, which they continued to use up in 2023. The decrease in…
In 2023, limited-service restaurants in Hong Kong saw stronger current value growth than in the previous year, along with rises in outlet numbers and transaction volumes. The year 2023 brought some respite to businesses in limited-service restaurants…
Hotels is set to see full recovery to the 2019 level of retail value sales in 2023. The return of mainland China tourists after the border reopening has greatly contributed to the recovery of hotels, and thus lodging. However, there has been uneven…
Retail value sales of luxury goods in Hong Kong rose by 12% in 2023 in current terms, to amount to HKD124.7 billion, exceeding the pre-pandemic level of sales. The revival of shopping in person, socialising, and the resurgence of travel and tourism…
In 2023, strong current value growth for mass beauty and personal care in Hong Kong was driven by the resumption of tourist expenditure. As international tourists return, there is renewed demand for beauty and personal care products, boosting sales…
Since late 2022, the desire to travel has been seen amongst consumers in Hong Kong, due to the broader reopening of the country, with Japan emerging as a key destination. The revenge travel observed in 2023 has led to a significant reduction in the…
Flexible plastic is the leading pack type in meals and soups packaging in Hong Kong. This can be attributed to several factors, with convenience playing a significant role. Flexible plastic packaging offers ease of use, storage and portability,…
In 2023, men’s skin care and fragrances were among the key growth drivers of men’s grooming in Hong Kong. The male population in Hong Kong is becoming increasingly conscious of appearance, leading to a surge in demand for men's grooming. Male…
Comfort and functionality continue to be essential considerations for consumers when purchasing menstrual products. Menstrual care products that highlight “instant absorbency” with less leakage are popular among female consumers. These products not…
Menswear is experiencing a strong rebound, recording high double-digit retail volume and current value growth in 2023, although overall demand remains significantly below pre-pandemic levels. With Hong Kong’s border reopening, tourists are gradually…
Demand for microwaves is expected to continue to see notable growth in 2023. While the removal of pandemic restrictions was somewhat of a headwind for other cooking appliances, solid growth has continued for microwaves, as busy professionals value…
Mobile phone sales remain in a slump, due to ongoing supply chain issues following on from the event of the pandemic. Indeed, a decline in shipping supply is noted for the local territory, which is attributed to the local market being slow to adapt…
Insights and data on the traditional automotive sector and the mobility industry can help businesses examine how changing travel patterns will impact future consumer behaviour. Growing climate pressures and rising urbanisation rates are pushing…
With the termination of lockdowns and the border reopening in Hong Kong, the nappies/diapers/pants category started to recover in 2023. Demand for nappies/diapers/pants remained tepid, however. The declining birth rate in Hong Kong has led to demand…
The smoking population in Hong Kong has been steadily declining thanks to the strong smoking cessation campaigns implemented by the government over the past decades. Through education and banning the sale of e-cigarettes in 2022, the government has…
In 2023, demand for oral care in Hong Kong grew, as local consumers increasingly prioritised their oral health. Some sought toothpaste that addressed specific concerns, such as sensitivity and repair. Tooth sensitivity, characterised by discomfort or…
The demand for and retail volume sales of other dairy products experienced decline even before the pandemic, primarily driven by a shift in consumer preference. Despite a year of respite in 2020, this shift was largely unaffected by the COVID-19…
The convenience factor in other hot drinks is becoming increasingly evident, with the emergence of pods in the local market. Brands such as Horlicks, Maltesers, Nescafé Dolce Gusto, and PODiSTA are offering malt-based and chocolate-based flavoured…
Existing pet fish owners in Hong Kong are being met with increasing unit prices of fish food. Despite fish food being relatively affordable overall, prospective owners may be dissuaded by the hidden costs associated with keeping fish, such as…
An increasing number of brands are incorporating eco-friendly practices into their packaging to mitigate environmental concerns. Hong Kong consumers are becoming more inclined towards brands that follow sustainable initiatives. Leading skin care and…
Paediatric cough, cold and allergy remedies in Hong Kong saw strong rises in the wake of lifted social restrictions in 2023. The mandatory mask-wearing policy, which had been in place to mitigate the spread of respiratory illnesses, was removed and…
In 2023, the revival of tourism and increased foot traffic among local consumers played a pivotal role in the rebound of personal accessories in Hong Kong. High-end products experienced a noteworthy resurgence, driven by the resilient spending power…
Personal care appliances is set to continue to see volume growth in Hong Kong in 2023, chiefly due to the removal of pandemic restrictions, which has boosted both economic and social activity. Local consumers now have the freedom and desire to leave…
Personal luxury retail value sales rose by 12% in 2023 to reach HKD90.5 billion, supported by growth recorded by leading brand providers, such as Richemont Asia Pacific Ltd and Rolex (Hong Kong) Ltd. The resumption of international travel greatly…
China’s increasing influence on Hong Kong’s political scene continues to undermine democracy. The economy is expected to recover well and inflation is under control, but the currency’s peg to the US dollar is leading to higher borrowing costs.…
The pet care industry in Hong Kong continues to present steady value growth in 2024 and is expected to record a further increase over the forecast period. The cat population is experiencing a positive growth trajectory compared to the steady decline…
Value sales of pet products in Hong Kong continue to show consistent growth due to increasing demand for evolving and convenient products that promote co-sharing between pets and owners. Technological innovations, such as smart cat litter systems,…
Retail volume sales of soy drinks have been growing at a slow but stable rate over the years, due to consistent consumer demand and the maturity of the category, with this trend set to be maintained in 2023. Soy drinks have been popular in Hong Kong…
In Hong Kong, the preference for plant-based milk is on the rise, driven by a shift towards healthier and more sustainable dietary choices. Unlike traditional soy milk, deeply rooted in Chinese diets, plant-based milk varieties are gaining popularity…
Continuing the long-standing trend, polishes saw a retail volume decline in Hong Kong in 2023, although growth was seen in current value terms. Volume demand for shoe polish continued to decline in Hong Kong in 2023 due to decreasing sales of leather…
Portable players is seeing a healthy performance in 2023, in part thanks to the overall popularity and success of wireless speakers, in addition to the return of gatherings and social occasions out-of-home in the post-pandemic landscape. Indeed, in…
Octopus has established itself as the most widely used and popular open loop pre-paid card in Hong Kong, offering a myriad of convenient features and services. Recognising the growing interest among local residents to explore the mainland during…
Value sales of premium and luxury cars fell by 3% to total HKD20.2 billion in 2023. After two years of exceptionally strong growth in 2021 and 2022, sales were unable to be maintained at this high level. Nevertheless, sales remained significantly…
Historically, tourism expenditure has played a crucial role in premium beauty and personal care in Hong Kong, holding up to 20% share of sales. The return of tourism flows and the reopening of borders have provided a much-needed boost to the segment,…
In 2023, processed fruit and vegetables in Hong Kong is set to experience a slight current value decline, along with a stronger retail volume decline. This can be attributed to reduced demand for at-home consumption, primarily driven by the return to…
The unit volume sales of processed fruit and vegetables packaging in Hong Kong recorded a decline in 2023. While the major pack types still maintained their respective positions, most of the leading pack types, including metal food cans and flexible…
The growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental concerns within the packaging industry has led to a reduction in the use of plastic trays for packaging processed meat and seafood products in Hong Kong. Companies like Sealed Air, a prominent…
In 2023, total volume demand for processed meat, seafood, and alternatives to meat is set to experience solid growth in Hong Kong, primarily driven by the strong rebound in the foodservice channel, thanks to the return of foot traffic and tourism…