Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Latvia. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
In 2023, toilet care tablets and powders witnessed solid growth in retail value and volume sales. This surge can be attributed to the increased time consumers spend working from home, resulting in more frequent toilet usage and a heightened need for…
In 2023, home care experienced notable growth in retail value and volume terms. Rising inflation and higher price points boosted retail value, in addition to added-value properties and eco-friendly positionings. Retail volume growth benefited from an…
Energy drinks continued recording positive off-trade volume growth in 2023, with double-digit growth for the second year. Energy drinks registered strong growth over the review period and survived the onset of COVID-19 unscathed, with healthy retail…
Total volume sales stagnated in spirits as household budgets remained under pressure in Latvia from the high costs of living. The strong performance in 2022 was fuelled by the relaxation of pandemic restrictions, which boosted sales in horeca…
In 2023, the major trends in tobacco in Latvia remained consistent with previous years. Sales of regular cigarettes continued to decline, while vaping and heated tobacco products gained popularity. However, an alarming trend was the resurgence of…
Throughout 2023, the demand for paper towels experienced remarkable growth in both value and volume terms. This surge can be attributed to the growing recognition among consumers of the versatility and practicality of paper towels in various…
Off-trade sales declined in 2023, with concentrates being a relatively small category in Latvia, which registered minimal growth over the review period. While its performance was positive in 2020, with people spending more time at home, sales began…
Off-trade volume sales stagnated in carbonates in Latvia in 2023, with a slight decline noted in retail volume as sales were challenged by rising inflation and increased price points. This led many consumers to reduce their spending on…
Sun care was one of the strongest performing categories in 2023, with the hot summer added momentum to volume sales in Latvia. In spite of high inflation, caused by an energy crisis stemming from the war in nearby Ukraine, volume sales of sun care…
In 2023, descalers experienced positive retail volume growth, attributed to two reasons. Firstly, the decline in water quality has raised concerns among consumers. These products effectively prevent limescale accumulation, extending the lifespan of…