Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Pakistan. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Value sales for dietary supplements continue to be low in Pakistan and significantly lower than for vitamins. However, it is expected to register healthy growth in 2023, as wealthier consumers take increasingly take a preventative approach to their…
Skin diseases across all age groups continues to drive growth for dermatologicals. Skin diseases are common in rural areas due to poor hygiene and in urban areas due to overcrowded neighbourhoods, with many having no access to proper sanitary…
Depilatories in Pakistan witnessed significant growth in 2023, driven by an increasing number of women joining the workforce. This demographic shift has led to higher spending on personal care products, particularly in grooming categories. Pakistani…
Deodorant sprays continued to account for the majority of value sales, as sprays are readily available in stores throughout the country and it is easy to find different brands with various characteristics, odours, and unit prices. This trend reflects…
Stubborn inflation and price rises remained a key trend in 2023, as in the previous year, taking its toll on the buying power of consumers in Pakistan. Retail volume sales have been affected alongside the performance of dairy manufacturers. In…
As people become more aware of the importance of self-care, there is a growing demand for OTC medications to treat cough and cold. Access to healthcare is limited and as such it is easier to buy OTC medications. Therefore, despite the increase in…
The cooking ingredients and meals industry in Pakistan is navigating a challenging landscape shaped by inflationary pressures. As inflation rises, consumers are becoming increasingly price-sensitive, prompting a shift towards more cost-effective…
Pakistan’s economy continues to struggle and the government secured a further USD3 billion bailout with the IMF in July 2023, avoiding an impending default. Inflation continues to be very high and is being driven by several factors, including…
Asian Pacific economies were hard hit by COVID-19, leading to setback in construction activities in the first half of 2020. Robust Chinese recovery, however, boosted construction output in the second half of the year. Heavy infrastructure…
Unlike most other soft drinks in Pakistan in 2023, the performance was positive for concentrates, which registered healthy volume growth. Part of the reason for the healthy growth is that powder concentrates in particular are more affordable than…