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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.
Along with the expansion of outlet numbers, full-service restaurants saw positive but slowing current value growth in India in 2023. Family gatherings and special occasions provided significant footfall for Asian full-service restaurants, which…
Fruits is expected to maintain dynamic total volume growth in India in 2023, with all categories set to see growth, as well as all channels. Heatwaves in 2023, with temperatures soaring above 45°C, and the early onset of summer, boosted sales of…
Fresh food is set to display high single-digit retail current value growth in India in 2023, thanks to rises in unit prices and steady retail volume growth. Many fresh food categories have experienced inflation due to lower production estimates,…
In 2022, fragrances in India witnessed healthy double-digit current value growth on the back of favourable external factors, such as the full return of social gatherings, the surge in demand for domestic travel, and the return of most offices and…
In a rebound from the strong decline seen in 2020 due to COVID-19, the footwear category in India has been seeing significant growth, and recovered to the 2019 level of value sales in 2023. Post-COVID-19, consumer spending on footwear increased after…
Food preparation appliances witnessed flat growth in 2023 due to slow demand as consumers diverted their share of wallet from durables and appliances to essential products. The cost-of-living crisis and inflation resulted in consumers pushing back…
Fish and seafood is expected to maintain dynamic total volume growth in India in 2023, with growth across all categories, with the dominant product type being fish. Many consumers enjoy having a starter when they visit a restaurant, and fish-based…
Value sales of fine wines/champagne and spirits grew by 9% to reach INR12.0 billion in 2023, boosted by a consumer desire to have fun and enjoy experiences after the pandemic. Socialising – both at home as well as in the on-trade – remains a priority…
A government-led financial inclusion initiative enticed a burgeoning population to embrace the formal banking sector, resulting in further uptake of financial cards, in particular, debit cards, in 2023. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)…
Eyewear in India is set to demonstrate double-digit current value growth in 2024, owing to the strong traction for categories such as daily disposable contact lenses and sunglasses. Notably, consumer perceptions regarding eyewear have undergone a…
Eye-related issues, such as dry eyes, are predominantly prevalent in urban areas, due to the harsh environmental conditions and prolonged digital exposure. According to Euromonitor’s Economies and Consumers data, only 36% of the population in India…
Despite consumer spending power and their desire to travel being impacted by a number of global and domestic issues, including higher living costs, unprecedented inflation levels and uncertainties deriving from the war in Ukraine, India has seen a…
In 2018, PepsiCo entered energy drinks in India with the brand Sting, costing INR50 per 250ml can, while Red Bull, the leading brand, retailed for nearly double the price for the same quantity. Realising the need for affordability to attract a…
Growth is expected to continue for eggs in India in total volume terms in 2023. It continues to be one of the leading countries globally in terms of egg production, with the presence of poultry farming throughout the country. While inflation has…
Retail volume sales of edible oils in India suffered in 2021 and the first half of 2022 due to disrupted global supply chains and high global inflation. Since India imports more than 50% of its edible oil requirements, there were spikes in retail…
In 2023, high inflation impacted the price of milk due to an increase in feed costs for cattle. This increased the procurement cost of milk, with major brands increasing the retail price per litre. However, demand for milk remained strong in 2023, as…
In India, the percentage of households owning a dog is 8%, which is much lower compared with other countries, such as China and US, in which 17% and 44% of households own a dog. Even amongst households which have a dog as a pet, the percentage that…
In 2023, dishwashing saw modest current value growth in India, primarily driven by rising volumes, as input costs for dishwashing products started to stabilise. Following the slump in the prices of palm oil and other raw materials, several major…
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.…
Direct selling saw solid current value growth in India in 2023, although the rate of increase slowed compared with the previous year, returning to growth similar rates to those seen pre-pandemic. Nevertheless, this was impressive, considering the…