Standardised coverage and timely analysis of the future direction...
Standardised coverage and timely analysis of the future direction of key demographic indicators on themes such as age, urbanisation, ethnicity and migration.
Positive net migration will be the main driver of strong population expansion in Belgium in 2021-2040. Ageing will continue to be a key demographic theme, affecting consumer trends and placing a burden on state resources. Urbanisation will be swift…
Austria’s population is set to expand quickly in 2021-2040 determined by elevated rates of net migration. Like elsewhere in Europe, ageing will remain a key demographic trend, putting pressure on government resources and impacting consumer spending…
Consumers are facing increased pressure from rising prices as global inflation reaches 7% in 2023. The impact of higher costs of living is felt from top earners in developed markets to struggling households in emerging and developing countries.…
Global consumers are struggling with the cost of living crisis, as inflation remains high while household income growth lags. Consumers are adopting recessionary habits, such as trading down and being more selective in their spending. Rather than…
Cities are hubs for spending, with 80% of expenditure expected to be generated by urban areas in 2023. Spending growth in 2023 will, however, be sluggish, as cost of living challenges force consumers to be more conservative in their expenditure. Over…