Netherlands

Cigars, cigarillos and smoking tobacco in the Netherlands has been significantly impacted by excise tax increases, particularly for smoking tobacco, which have aligned with hikes in cigarette taxes. On 1 Apr 2023, excise increased on smoking tobacco,…

Cigarettes saw another year of retail volume decline in 2023, with the smoking prevalence continuing to fall in the Netherlands, and the number of young people starting to smoke also decreasing. With the regulatory environment becoming ever stricter…

Cookware experienced steady if unspectacular growth in 2023 due to the increasing trend of home cooking and dining. Although this trend has slowed since the end of the pandemic it still continued to fuel demand for high-quality cookware products as…

Wall covering saw significant growth in the Netherlands in 2023 in current value terms. Demand rose as many people continued to focus on making home improvements, with changing wall coverings seen to be an effective and affordable way to achieve…

Bed textiles saw only moderate growth in current value terms in the Netherlands in 2023 despite an increasing emphasis on home comfort and relaxation, which has been driven by lifestyle shifts. During the pandemic individuals spent more time at home…

The macroeconomic situation in the Netherlands was marked by a slowdown in growth, with GDP contracting over the first three quarters of 2023 which was met with declining consumer confidence. High inflation also had a substantial impact on disposable…

Fertiliser experienced slower growth in current value terms in 2023. Despite the Netherlands' strong tradition of horticulture and gardening, with a significant portion of the population actively engaged in these activities, the demand for fertiliser…

The sales of sunglasses in the Netherlands continue to thrive, benefiting from their positioning not only as essential protective accessories but also as fashion complements. With a heightened awareness of the dangers of UV light and an increasing…

Spectacles are expected to record positive growth in 2024, driven by a continuous increase in the consumer base in the Netherlands. Dutch consumers view spectacle frames as essential items, similar to spectacle lenses, making them less likely to…

In 2024, sales of eyewear in the Netherlands are experiencing healthy growth, continuing the positive trend from the previous year. Despite facing challenges such as price increases and inflation, Dutch consumers consider eyewear an essential item…