Philippines

In recent years, sales of cat food increased significantly due to rising cat ownership, although the number of cats remained far lower than the number of dogs in the country. The expansion in the cat population attracted many players to the category,…

PET bottles is the most popular pack type in the soft drinks industry in the Philippines. One of the key reasons for this is affordability. PET bottles are a cost-effective packaging option for soft drinks, compared to glass bottles or aluminium…

Instant coffee is the biggest category in the country’s hot drinks industry as the Philippines has a long history of coffee production and it is the culturally preferred drink of the masses. Flexible aluminium/plastic is the cheapest option for the…

Sun care in the Philippines saw a dynamic performance in 2023, in both retail volume and current value terms. Demand was supported by the return of inbound tourism, following the reopening of the country’s borders to international visitors. Consumers…

Skin care in the Philippines saw a second year of positive growth in retail volume terms in 2023, following the challenges arising from the pandemic. Dermocosmetics brands saw a particularly strong performance, owing to their perception of providing…