Latin America

Energy drinks has emerged as one of the most dynamic categories in Chilean soft drinks in recent years. With astounding growth over the review period, the category has gained a strong following, not only in the off-trade channel but also via…

The demand for energy drinks experienced marginal growth in 2023, building on the progress made in 2020 and driven by increasing consumption occasions. Volume and value sales are growing in both off-trade and on-trade channels, albeit at a slower…

As Costa Rica confronted some of the highest inflation registered in decades, the energy drinks category saw a notable increase in unit prices. Nevertheless, energy drinks has managed to see a solid performance overall. Penetration of energy drinks…

Energy drinks has continued to see strong growth in retail volume terms in 2023 with consumers returning to their pre-pandemic purchasing behaviour. Meanwhile, energy drinks has also seen dynamic double-digit growth in current value terms in 2023,…

The significant surge that has been seen in the consumption of energy drinks in Ecuador in recent years can be attributed largely to the substantial rise in sales of energy drinks offered in PET packaging, a trend spearheaded by the two prominent…

Retail volumes of energy drinks continue to show sustained growth in Guatemala. The product is increasingly associated as a source of energy for workers who perform physical activities, such as construction workers, farmers, or workers on night or…

Despite budget limitations stemming from high inflation, sales of energy drinks sustained a positive trajectory in 2023. This resilience can be attributed to Mexicans' perception of these beverages as a convenient source for a quick energy boost, and…

Following a challenging period during the pandemic that led to the suspension of events and gatherings, resulting in people staying at home, the lifting of restrictions in 2022 significantly impacted sales of energy drinks. As social activities…

Energy drinks continued its strong growth trajectory in retail volume sales, driven by habitual consumption patterns among consumers. Montevideo Refrescos SA's Monster brand, catering to a younger demographic inclined towards extreme sports and…

The briefing introduces the 2022 Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness Index which has been produced for 37 countries globally. The index seeks to assess the readiness of each country across four key pillars: Market Maturity, Income and Spending,…

In its second edition, the EV Readiness Index 2023 indicates the best prepared markets for the electric vehicle (EV) transition. This follows growing EV take-up, with new electric passenger car registrations set to reach 20% of total registrations…

Despite macroeconomic adversity on a global scale, tourist demand was on the rise in 2023 as growing numbers of foreign visitors decided to take their holidays in Argentina. This represents an improvement on 2021 and 2022, when travel restrictions…

Tourist visitor levels in Brazil were continuing to recover in 2023, despite global macroeconomic pressures such as high inflation and the rapid escalation of living costs. There were 5.5 million inbound arrivals in Brazil in 2023, up from 3.6…

The Mexican market is seeing a consumer shift towards spending on more rewarding experiential activities than on material goods. Due to this, value sales of experiential luxury grew by 16% to total MXN121.8 billion in 2023, boosted by a return to…

With consumers spending more time in front of screens, whether as a result of home working or e-learning, retail sales of eye care products continued to see healthy growth in constant value terms in 2023. The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increased use…

Eye care is expected to maintain positive momentum in both volume and current value terms in Brazil in 2023. A lasting long-term effect of the COVID-19 pandemic has been increased screen time, which has driven demand for eye drops across virtually…

Eye care in Chile is experiencing declining retail volume sales in 2023, primarily due to greater mobility outside of the home and the transition back to in-person work settings. In 2020 and 2021, standard eye care experienced a notable upturn in…

The occurrence of dry eye in Colombia is on the rise, with an estimated 35% to 40% of the population experiencing this condition, although official statistics are unavailable. The emergence of new habits during the pandemic and post-pandemic period,…

In 2022, demand for eye care rebounded leading to a recovery for retail volume sales to pre-pandemic levels. However, 2023 is showing a more subdued trend. This can be attributed to the inflationary pressures experienced by Mexicans, which are…

Eye care is another winning category in consumer health in Peru in 2023, with a growing number of people seeking products which will soothe their eyes after spending long hours working and/or studying, in addition to spending long periods of time on…

Though eyewear In Argentina is expected to register significant current value growth, constant value sales are expected to fall significantly. Argentina continues to have one of the highest inflation rates in the world, though it has eased somewhat…

Eyewear in Brazil has navigated a complex socioeconomic landscape in 2023 and 2024, marked by both local and global challenges. Post-pandemic recovery saw Brazil grappling with high inflation rates up until 2022, which significantly eroded consumers’…

Mexico continued to see elevated inflation inn 2023, albeit the country still recorded steady GDP growth. Projections for 2024 suggest lower inflation of around 4%, with GDP growth of between 2-3%. With slower economic growth predicted for 2024, this…

The credit card business has become less lucrative for banks, primarily serving as a means to entice customers to deposit their salaries into banking institutions. The prevalent monthly inflation in Argentina has soared to alarming levels. Banks face…

In 2023, Brazil's finance industry is undergoing rapid transformations driven by an expanding banked population, digitalisation, and advancements in open finance. Concurrently, consumers are increasingly turning to credit in the face of adverse…

2023 has witnessed another marginal rebound in personal cash usage in Chile, despite a further decline in the overall value of this payment type. Cash usage tends to be higher among individuals over 60 years of age, those from lower socio-economic…

The use of debit cards continues to grow strongly in Colombia, supported by increased online purchases and cautious consumer behaviour. While credit card issuance remains stagnant, pre-paid cards, particularly closed loop transportation cards, are…

Ongoing trends continued to be seen in 2023, with the use of cash declining and the digital transformation of financial cards and payments markets in the region a major theme in Latin America. Be it the Pix instant payments system in Brazil or the…

Financial cards and payments in Mexico in 2023 has been marked by growth, and adaptation to consumer needs. Post-pandemic economic recovery has been playing a pivotal role in boosting card usage and transaction volumes and values. This recovery,…

Financial cards and payments have indeed witnessed substantial growth in 2023. However, this growth has seen a notable slowdown due to consumers adopting a more cautious approach to spending. Factors contributing to this caution include the sluggish…

Value sales of fine wines/champagne and spirits grew by more than 100% to total ARS14 billion in 2023, with demand boosted by the growing consumer appetite for experiences and enjoyment during the post-pandemic era. Entertaining and socialising with…

Although growth in current value terms slowed significantly in fine wines/champagne and spirits in Brazil in 2023, and even slipped into decline in volume and real value terms (at constant 2023 prices), this followed two years of very dynamic growth,…

Value sales of fine wines/champagne and spirits grew by 15% to total MXN10.2 billion in 2023, boosted by consumers’ desire to enjoy themselves after the pandemic. Enjoying a drink with a meal at home or when relaxing remains a key pastime for many…

Fish and seafood consumption has been expanding due to investments in production capacity and techniques. This has resulted in productivity gains in the country's major farms. Tilapia stands out among farmed fish, gaining prominence on Brazilian…

Foodservice sales of fish and seafood continued to see a steady recovery in 2023 backed by the end of the pandemic and an increase in inbound and domestic tourism. Consumers also returned to more out-of-home activities, including returning to the…

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has dramatically altered consumer shopping behaviour. Using the Digital Consumer Survey, which was fielded in March and April during the height of mandated lockdowns, this report explores consumer sentiment with…