Singapore

Wipes continued to grow in current retail value and retail volume across most categories in 2023, but growth was definitely led by current retail value, while retail volume growth was reduced to close to pre-pandemic levels. Wipes is facing strong…

In 2022, packaging trends in Singapore were significantly shaped by sustainability and consumer preferences. A study conducted by the Singapore Environment Council (SEC) revealed that 70% of consumers in Singapore were concerned about the…

Staple foods in Singapore continued to experience marginally higher average unit prices from the lingering effect of the inflationary wave in 2022. Climate change and geopolitical risks further impacted global food production and supply chains,…

As life outside of the home resumes post-pandemic in Singapore, a discernible trend is emerging, with reduced emphasis on cleaning within households. This shift in cleaning practices is having a significant impact on volume sales of surface care,…

As inflation continued to impact Singapore's economy in 2023, resulting in rising prices of many goods and services, local consumers started to carefully consider their purchasing decisions. Laundry care sales, encompassing popular products such as…

The surge in dengue cases, attributed to the increase in construction activities in Singapore, is likely to have been one factor supporting demand for home insecticides in 2023, and possibly future sales. As construction projects create conducive…

The expansion of dishwashing faces constraints in Singapore, primarily attributed to the advent of the "new normal" lifestyle, characterised by the increased prevalence of food ordering through platforms such as Grab. This shift in consumer behaviour…

Retail volume growth of breakfast cereals notably slowed in 2023 as inflationary pressures weighed down on consumers’ food budgets. Breakfast cereals, considered a less essential choice, saw consumers switching to other more affordable breakfast…

Overall retail volume sales of personal accessories are expected to register a small decline in 2023, as the industry has navigated a slowing sales momentum post-pandemic, while managing the challenge of rising prices as a result of inflationary…

In Singapore, where the tropical climate often leads to high humidity, the use of deodorants has become a necessity for many. In 2023, deodorants experienced robust current value growth in Singapore, in the high single digits, finally retuning the…