Ireland

Over the course of 2023, Danone UK & Ireland was heavily focused on enhancing the health and wellness aspects of its consumer portfolio of brands. This move was taken in response to the growing demand among the Irish population for healthier food and…

Consumers lifestyles have shifted back to normality in 2023, with individuals spending more time outside the home and doing more team sports. This has generated a greater need for quick and convenient solutions for minor traumas, including sticking…

COVID-19 led to global automotive sales plummeting by 16% in 2020, as lockdowns curtailed business and consumer activity. Passenger vehicle sales will, however, recover and grow by 28% over 2020-2025. Shared mobility was also squeezed, with gross…

Wipes in Ireland witnessed robust current value growth in 2023, aided largely by higher unit prices caused by inflationary conditions. In constant value terms, sales are now back on a par with pre-pandemic levels. The largest category baby wipes saw…

Wine sales continued to decline in 2023, following an ongoing trend. One key factor for this is the high prices attributed to wine, notably so for sparkling wine and champagne, with these subcategories typically being expensive, and also affecting…

Weight management and wellbeing continues to face decline as more consumers are sceptical about the efficacy of using such products, with some concerns about unpleasant or harmful side effects. Many Irish consumers now understand that only physical…

Vitamin sales patterns are returning back to normality in 2023, following the surge in demand at the height of the pandemic period, although high inflation remain an issue. The COVID-19 pandemic encouraged consumers to take better care of their…

Vending sales slumped in 2023 in Ireland, compared to a better performance seen in 2022. This is attributed to the inflationary environment leading to low consumer spending power, as well as a normalisation effect following the uptick seen in 2022 as…

2023 has marked a significant recovery of inbound arrivals to Ireland. Inbound arrivals are projected to reach 89% of pre-pandemic levels in terms of number of trips by the end of 2023. Visitors from mainland Europe and North America are driving the…

2023 has seen a significant recovery in terms of inbound arrivals to Ireland with the number of trips set to reach 89% of pre-pandemic levels. With COVID-19 restrictions lifted the country has begun welcoming back visitors from key source markets…