North America

Educational efforts from brands and retailers, coupled with the ageing Canadian population, have significantly contributed to a positive outlook for retail adult incontinence in 2023 and beyond. As demographics shift and the population ages, there is…

In 2022, prompted by increased costs throughout the supply chain and a high inflation environment in the US, players in the hygiene space and beyond were forced to raise prices for their products. Adult incontinence was not exempt from these external…

The growth of retail e-commerce slowed down in Canada in 2023. However, the channel saw sales continue to rise in both current and constant value terms, with retail e-commerce having become a regular feature in the shopping patterns of a broad range…

In 2022, as the rate of inflation in the US hit the highest level seen in decades, consumers were forced to look for ways to ration their spending. This had a significant impact on the retail industry, as US residents cut back on purchases of…

The retail market in Canada showed remarkable resilience and growth in 2023, despite the challenges posed by the enduring impact of the COVID-19 crisis, the high rate of inflation, and supply chain disruptions. Canadian consumers continued to spend…

In 2022, the annual rate of inflation in the US rose to the highest level recorded in 40 years. As a result, rising costs firmly supplanted the COVID-19 pandemic as US consumers’ foremost concern. With the prices of groceries and petrol rising…

The digital revolution has been rewiring retail for years, leading to new business models, commerce ecosystems and channels for reaching and engaging consumers. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this transition, as e-commerce became the default…

The digital revolution has been rewiring retail for years. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this transition as e-commerce became the default setting for many homebound consumers. The crisis-inspired surge in e-commerce is leading to a permanent…

In 2023, value sales of retail tissue in Canada recorded steady growth. The country’s annual inflation rate settled around 3.1%, a much steadier adjustment than the 40-year high of 6.8% that it witnessed in 2022, according to the Consumer Price…

2023’s tissue market saw a complex dance between rising costs and consumer spending. While raw material and manufacturing costs pushed up prices across all categories, particularly napkins, paper towels and toilet paper, volume sales continued to…

Despite reaching record high price levels, the rice, pasta, and noodles category has experienced a modest dip in value sales. Consumers are becoming increasingly mindful of their dietary choices and are reducing their carbohydrate intake, opting for…

Despite rising prices, rice saw retail volume growth above that of pasta and noodles in 2022, and this is set to continue in 2023, although all categories are set to see rising sales. As food inflation and fears of recession have continued, consumers…

The Riverside, CA in the US report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital…

Off-trade volume and current value growth in RTD coffee was substantial and higher than that seen in 2022. This reflects the appeal of RTD coffee among Canadians and ongoing new product development. RTD Coffee has emerged as a drink for a modern…

RTD coffee in the US can be thought of as multiple distinct segments, instead of a single unified category. The first products to enter the market were coffee shop-style beverages that were sweetened. Starbucks Frappuccino is the leading brand in…

In off-trade volume terms, RTD tea recorded a healthier performance in 2023 than during the previous year of review. This reflects the appeal of RTD tea among younger Canadians, who consider it a healthier alternative to carbonates and sugary juices.…

RTD tea has historically been one of the most stable soft drinks categories in the US. It is a mature category with a wide variety of products targeted towards different demographics, with varying levels of sugar content. Although individual brands…

RTDs remain the top performer in alcoholic drinks, driven by strong consumer demand. Though a relatively small segment, RTDs are experiencing explosive growth, particularly among Generation Z. This demographic embraces innovative flavours, prompting…

In 2023, RTDs in the US maintained total volume decline along with current value growth. The common trend in alcoholic drinks of value growth and volume decline in 2023 aligns with the resonant message of premiumisation, particularly “less but…

Rising consumer awareness around incontinence and proper condition management, partnerships with direct-to-consumer platforms and the expanding 65+ year-old population in the US all contributed to healthy value and volume growth in the…

The San Antonio, TX in the US report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital…

The San Diego, CA in the US report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital…

The San Francisco in the US report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital…

The segment of sauces, dips, and condiments is experiencing robust value growth, primarily fuelled by aggressive new product development activities conducted throughout the year. Manufacturers are introducing consumers to innovative products, with a…

At the end of the review period, much of sauces, dips and condiments has been characterised by the same price increases, decreasing volume sales, and increasing private label share seen in other packaged food categories. Mustard, facing inconsistency…

While HDPE bottles, PET bottles and PET jars are the main pack types in mayonnaise in Canada, glass jars were gaining share in unit volume terms in this category over the review period, with this expected to continue over the forecast period. Glass…

The generation of plastic waste has been an important concern for players in the packaged food industry for a number of years now, with brand owners continuing to innovate their packaging to boost sustainability credentials and meet plans to reduce…

COVID-19 resulted in a sharp increase in demand for sauces, dressings and condiments packaging during 2020, particularly for rigid plastic and glass, which account for the bulk of packaging units for these products. Rigid plastic dominates packaging…

Savoury snacks demonstrate steady growth in 2023, driven by increased socialisation and gatherings. As social interactions return to normal, savoury snacks like tortilla chips, potato chips, and savoury biscuits become popular choices for appetizers.…

With consumers continuing to struggle with the effects of inflationary pressure on discretionary spending, producers in savoury snacks faced retail volume declines in 2021 and 2022, with only a static performance expected in 2023. While price…

The Seattle, WA in the US report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration,…

Self-serve services are gaining popularity, appreciated for offering a more convenient and efficient way to order food. Consumers can customise their orders at their own pace and pay for their meals without interacting with staff. This gives…

The major storyline for self-service cafeterias in the US in 2023 was its continued rebound as pandemic-era health restrictions receded. Self-service cafeterias was particularly hard-hit in the depths of the pandemic, due to logistical concerns about…

Skin care experienced robust growth in 2023, following a strong performance in 2022. This growth was primarily led by value, as price increases and premiumisation prompted consumers to be more selective in their purchases, seeking out products that…