Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in India. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Increasingly time-strapped Indian consumers with busy lifestyles have been driving demand for meals and soups, boosting packaging unit volumes of the main pack types in the category – flexible plastic and folding cartons. Post-pandemic resumption of…
India is the largest producer of dairy in the world and, within it, drinking milk products is the largest category in terms of volume sales. However, traditionally, a large part of India’s milk sales have been accounted for by informal trade in the…
Sugar confectionery in India dominates overall confectionery sales. During the pandemic, restrictions on mobility affected volume sales as a significant portion of sugar confectionery purchases are normally made up of impulse at-the-counter…
Folding cartons account for the majority of pack type share in Indian baby food packaging. This is largely due to the category they are widely used in – dried baby food – being the biggest in Indian baby food. Folding cartons are suitable for dried…
The report provides an overview of the global light vehicles industry which includes an assessment of market size, company shares and brand performance. It also identifies the five major trends which are shaping the future of the automotive industry.…
During COVID-19 lockdowns in India in 2020, the government deemed alcoholic drinks to be non-essential, meaning that production and sales via both the retail and foodservice channels came to a temporary halt in this year. The closure during lockdowns…
Population expansion, higher birth rates, a large youth cohort, and urbanisation continue to shape India’s demographic landscape. Stronger economic performance and growing incomes influence Indian consumption patterns with more people having a…
With social mobility returning to pre-COVID-19 levels post-pandemic, cigarettes have experienced the fastest volume growth in a decade, mainly fuelled by increased consumption occasions. The working population, including 316 million Millennials and a…
The Indian government took measures to prohibit direct and indirect advertising of tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco, following its ratification of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) and the…
Manufacturers express deep dissatisfaction with the current taxation of cigars and cigarillos, which equates them to cigarettes. Manufacturers argue that these products are considered luxuries and are less addictive, with most consumers not inhaling…
With mobility returning to pre-COVID levels, the frequency of consumption occasions has increased. This has led to the fastest volume growth in a decade, primarily driven by India's sizable population of working individuals. As of 2022, according to…
With India’s strong economic development, consumer spending and incomes are expected to grow at a comparatively faster pace. However, elevated prices will continue to pressure the vast low-income class, while income inequalities will continue to…
The number of households is set to increase moderately in India over 2022-2027, as couples with children remain the dominant household type. The fastest household expenditure growth is set to be recorded by couples without children households, with…
Bangalore and Mumbai are India’s most economically vibrant cities, supported by strong demographics, services sectors and higher consumer expenditure. Meanwhile, Ghaziabad holds the highest potential for future economic growth. However, challenges…
People were finally able to travel in 2022, after almost two years of restrictions. Since the pandemic prevented individuals from leaving their homes, 2022 served as a year of travel for the populace. Recovery in the travel industry also encouraged…
People are becoming increasingly keen to care for their skin as they become more aware of the negative effects that pollution, stress, and lifestyle choices can have on skin health. Consumers in India are therefore increasingly turning to functional…
India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, with a large young population. Its rising GDP per capita is fuelling the growth of the economy. Real GDP in India continued to expand in 2022, recording 7% growth, outperforming the average…
With the rise of social media and the growing emphasis on beauty, individuals are increasingly striving for a bright, white smile. This trend has led to a shift in beauty standards, with whiter teeth becoming a desirable trait. As a result, consumers…
Men’s grooming in India has experienced inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions, impacting the availability and pricing of key commodities, particularly in men’s shaving. These challenges have been influenced by various factors, including…
The beauty and personal care industry in India continues to be dominated by mass products, as a large part of the consumer base in India is price-sensitive due to limited household incomes. Furthermore, as per Euromonitor’s Economies and Consumers…