Netherlands

Colour cosmetics in the Netherlands profited from the further recovery of the frequency of out-of-home social activities and events after the heavy mobility restrictions of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. As with fragrances, colour cosmetics are…

The commodities country overview provides comprehensive data on production, consumption and price trends on key commodities markets. The commodities overview in the Netherlands covers production and consumption trends in agricultural commodities,…

The report examines key factors in supply chain risks in metals, energy and agricultural commodities. Production, market supply concentration and political risks analysis can help to better identify potential risks and prepare for potential…

Computers and peripherals are set to register a steep decline in volume sales in 2023 as consumers are proving reluctant to spend on big items due to the high rate of inflation. Apart from that, the uncertainty caused by the war following the Russian…

Concentrates have long been considered a more economical alternative to other types of soft drinks by Dutch consumers. However, the traditional advantage they enjoy in this regard has recently been eroded by steep price hikes amidst high inflation…

Chocolate confectionery packaging, which dominates demand for confectionery packaging in the Netherlands in retail unit volume share terms, continued to record a positive performance in 2022. This was due to factors such as chocolate being a beloved…

Due to rising inflation and price sensitivity, sales of consumer appliances in the Netherlands were challenged in 2023. Retail volume sales of both large and smaller appliances declined as consumers remained cautious, postponing purchases, especially…

Lending institutions in the Netherlands are adapting their lending norms to accommodate inflation and the increasing cost of living. These updated lending norms predominantly affect consumer credit. By incorporating rising prices into their…

Consumer electronics is set to see a significant decline in volume sales in the Dutch market in 2023 driven by challenges brought about by the war in Ukraine, inflation, and the energy crisis. Consumers’ expectations are low and as a result, they…

Consumer foodservice by location witnessed a lot of turmoil while the COVID-19 pandemic was in full swing. During 2020, standalone foodservice outlets fared better than retail, travel, leisure, and lodging segments. This was mainly because all…