Netherlands

NRT smoking cessation aids is projected to post a decline in retail volume sales in 2023, while recording positive retail current value growth. The decline in retail volume sales can be attributed to a couple of key factors. Firstly, following the…

Retail value sales of nappies/diapers/pants recorded moderate growth in 2023. In 2022, a slight increase in the number of babies born led to an increase in sales of nappies/diapers, especially new born and standard, in volume terms. However, this was…

Light vehicle sales were still recovering in 2022, with SUVs and crossovers remaining the most popular car type. The government’s efforts to reduce CO2 emissions and to encourage more sustainable lifestyles are aiding the rise of battery electric…

Mobile phones to see decline in volume sales again in 2023

Microwaves declined in retail volume sales in 2023, with inflationary pressure leading consumers to be unwilling to spend on appliances. Microwaves was also particularly affected by the boost in sales during the pandemic years, with more consumers…