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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.
2023 witnessed a notable rise in celebrations, following missed opportunities for major gatherings during the pandemic. Sweets and desserts play a major role in celebrations, ranging from traditional sweets to Western options such as cakes,…
Amidst the challenges of COVID-19, rural regions played a pivotal role in boosting the demand for fmcg products, including other hot drinks. Factors such as reverse migration contributed to the surge in demand. However, as of 2023, consumer demand in…
The rapid rise of urbanisation has led to hectic lifestyles, with little time available for peace and tranquillity. Many consumers are looking for a quiet companion which is easy to maintain, which at the same time they can conveniently leave at home…
In India, the demand for larger pack sizes, which offer better value for money, has surged due to inflation, especially in the wine industry, where 750ml sizes are popular for both individual consumption and sharing during social gatherings. The rise…
Parents are becoming more concerned about ensuring their children’s optimum nutrition, mainly when dealing with children aged 5-10 years, who can be very selective about their food choices. This concern is even more prevalent in urban areas, where…
The Patna in India report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration, wealth…
Personal accessories experienced remarkable current value growth in India in 2023, building on its recovery from the challenges of the pandemic period. With a notable resurgence in travel activities and a renewed focus on personal style, the industry…
While the growth rate for the category slowed marginally in 2023, retail volume sales remained robust due to factors such as rising awareness, new product innovation and launches, and greater mobility. A growing emphasis on hygiene, personal…
Personal luxury retail sales increased by 11% in current value terms to reach INR256.2 billion in 2023, supported by growth recorded by leading players such as LVMH Watch & Jewellery India Pvt Ltd, Louis Vuitton India Retail Pvt Ltd and Hermès India…
India has a relatively stable political environment, but discrimination of minority groups is on the rise and the country has weak state finances. Economic development has outpaced peers and prospects for international trade are positive, although…
In 2023, pet care in India is expected to display strong current value growth, driven by increasing pet humanisation and greater accessibility to pet food and pet products. Rising awareness and knowledge of the importance of good nutrition for pets…
With the removal of pandemic restrictions, there was increased mobility for travel and leisure activities in 2022, and this has continued in 2023. Public transportation such as rail and air has witnessed steep demand for both short and longer trips.…
In 2021, Asia Pacific ranked first globally in terms of production output of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, with a turnover of USD857 billion. Over 2021-2030, the region is expected to record the fastest production growth globally,…
Soy drinks continued to dominate demand for plant-based milk in India at the end of the review period. It is popular for several reasons. Firstly, soy is widely consumed in India in various forms, where it is used in different vegetable-based dishes,…
Plant-based dairy packaging in India is accounted for only by plant-based milk, with sales of other plant-based dairy products insignificant. Smaller pack sizes of plant-based milk, such as 200ml and 236ml, are the most popular, as consumers are…
In 2023, growth in polishes slowed in retail volume and current value terms compared with 2022, but the category continued its rebound post-pandemic, with retail value sales finally returning to the pre-pandemic (2019) level, even though retail…
In 2023, portable players in India saw positive retail volume and current value growth, driven solely by the sale of wireless speakers. The vast majority of sales in portable players can be attributed to wireless speakers, which are witnessing…
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is the harshest global crisis since World War II, and will have a long-lasting impact on economies around the world. Countries are entering historic recessions, public debt will skyrocket and labour markets will…
Pre-paid card transactions witnessed healthy double-digit growth in transaction volumes over 2021-2022. However, in 2023, the category witnessed a decline in volume of transactions as consumers became increasingly inclined to choose alternative…
Value sales of premium and luxury cars fell by 7% to INR245.9 billion in 2023. While supplies have improved, there is still a massive order backlog, with the waiting period for most luxury models stretching from two to 10 months. In addition, while…
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…
Processed fruit and vegetables saw solid retail volume growth and double-digit current value growth in India in 2023. The per capita consumption of processed fruit and vegetables remained low in India in 2023, as fresh fruit and vegetables continue…
Frozen processed potatoes saw one of the strongest growth rates in processed fruit and vegetables in terms of packaging volumes in India in 2023. These are increasingly popular as a snacking option in the country. Exposure to limited-service…
With busy lives in India’s urban centres, consumers are increasingly looking for convenient and time-saving packaged food products. While Indians traditionally consumed fresh meat, rapid urbanisation and less free time to spend cooking have been…
Processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat maintained dynamic growth in India in both retail volume and current value terms in 2023. Tofu and derivatives saw the strongest value growth in 2023. Increasing numbers of consumers are gravitating…
In India, pulses is set to maintain solid total volume growth in 2023, with increases across all categories. Pulses continue to feature prominently in a wide array of traditional dishes in the country, ranging from dals (lentil soups) to curries.…
The Pune in India report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration, wealth…