Netherlands

Pet products in the Netherlands is impacted by rising veterinarian costs. A growing number of pet owners are turning to OTC healthcare solutions as a first line of treatment for minor ailments. This trend is partly driven by the desire to manage pet…

Pet care in the Netherlands continues to see consumers trade down in 2024. In a slowly improving economic situation, but with disposable incomes and purchasing power remaining under pressure, consumers are still looking to economise on pet food and…

Although the tax burden is increasing, the Netherlands continues to enjoy significant economic freedom and solid state finances. High prices have negatively impacted economic momentum, but inflation is falling and unemployment is low. The quality of…

Personal luxury retail current value sales increased by 10% in 2023 to reach EUR3.8 billion. Growth was supported by the performances of leading brand owners like Chanel BV, Ralph Lauren Netherlands BV and The Swatch Group Ltd. Sales in 2023 were…

Personal care appliances registered a decline in retail volume sales in 2023, as consumers remained cautious of their spending, focusing on essentials during economic uncertainty. Body shavers, electric facial cleaners, and hair care appliances all…

Personal accessories is anticipated to experience subdued growth in 2023, influenced by factors such as inflation, increased energy costs, and higher taxes, leading to a dampened demand. This slower recovery follows a previous year of rapid growth.…

Over 2023, paediatric consumer health retail current value sales are expected to continue to grow healthily. On the other hand, retail volume development is projected to be marginal-to-moderate, with declines anticipated for paediatric acetaminophen…

The packaging industry in the Netherlands is undergoing a transformation due to a growing emphasis on sustainability, health-conscious consumer choices and eco-friendly alternatives. The rise in plant-based and vegetarian diets has led to a surge in…

Overall, other pet food in the Netherlands is affected by the slowdown in the other pet population, compared to the increases seen in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2020 and 2021. There was a particularly notable increase in…

In keeping with its performance over most of the review period, other hot drinks is set to contract in retail volume terms in 2023. As a mature category with a much narrower appeal than coffee and tea in the Netherlands, it continues to suffer from a…