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Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in the United Kingdom. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
The dairy industry was among the most severely impacted in 2022. The lingering impact of the pandemic, continued Brexit-related issues and most importantly, the start of the war in Ukraine, pushed up production costs with utilities, fertiliser, and…
The local dairy industry has been characterised by severe price increases, with products featuring milk as their primary ingredient suffering the highest hikes. Indeed, as input costs have become increasingly expensive, profit margins have been…
Plant-based dairy is marginally benefiting from the severe pressures that are impacting the local dairy industry. As Brexit continues to hinder stability and the ongoing war in Ukraine impacts supply chains, high production costs of dairy farming…
Yoghurt has not been spared from the severe price increases that have characterised dairy in the UK. The increasing input costs, with commodities such as fertilisers, energy and animal feed, have slashed profit margins across the supply and…
The United Kingdom’s (UK) political landscape has been volatile, whilst Brexit continues to weigh on economic freedom. Owing to high inflation that has eroded consumer purchasing power and business investment, economic output is set to slow markedly,…
Tourist visitor levels in the UK were seen to recover in 2023, despite global macroeconomic pressures such as high inflation and the rapid escalation of living costs. This was an improvement on previous years, when the pandemic prevented people from…
Value sales of fine wines/champagne and spirits grew by 8% to total GBP3.0 billion in the UK in 2023, as a result of a consumers’ desire to make the most of their time after the pandemic. Enjoying a drink with friends is considered a priority leisure…
Retail value sales of luxury goods in the UK grew by 7% in 2023 in current terms, to stand at GBP48.9 billion. Development was predominantly characterised by a focus on recovery and a return to customary consumer behaviour, encompassing working,…
Personal luxury retail value sales rose by 9% in 2023 to total GBP18.6 billion, supported by growth recorded by leading brand providers, such as Louis Vuitton UK Ltd and Chanel Ltd. 2023 value sales growth was boosted by consumers investing in luxury…
Value sales of premium and luxury cars rose by 4% to total GBP25.7 billion in 2023, due to demand from high-income consumers, who proved to be steadfast despite macroeconomic headwinds. Demand for premium and luxury cars is contingent on wealth, and…
This report provides valuable insights into product innovation in the UK, analysing data from Euromonitor’s Innovation platform. The report covers the beauty, health and home categories, showing the level of new brand and subbrand launch activity.
The health and wellness industry continues to grow in importance post-pandemic as consumers become more aware of the negative health impact of processed foods, seeking healthier foods and beverages from a range of claims such as natural, organic,…
New lifestyles, including flexible working models, have encouraged local consumers to cook more often at home. This is in addition to rising inflation in the UK, which has been pushing up the cost of meals through consumer foodservice. This trend…
With local consumers becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of balanced nutrition and exercise on their health, demand for high protein food products has significantly grown in the UK. This has been particularly evident in dairy products that…
Caffeinated products continued to record dynamic growth within hot drinks in 2022, as many local consumers looked to these beverages for an effective energy boost and to remain focused as a result of stress, anxiety and insomnia, all of which have…
Retail value sales of low sugar snacks continued to grow in 2022. Since the pandemic, local consumers have been paying greater attention to the impact that food has on their health, especially as media reports highlighted that those who are…
Local consumers are increasingly prioritising perceived healthier soft drinks, not only due to greater concerns over their health or to a more expanded knowledge of their own needs, but also because of the more expensive retail prices of soft drinks…
Alongside rising consumer awareness in the UK on the importance of healthy nutrition, the HFSS regulation (High in Fat, Salt, and Sugar) has become a catalyst for even greater innovation in the health space. In October 2022, restrictions on product…
Charge cards is expected to continue to see double-digit declines in 2023 in terms of cards in circulation, and volume and value transactions. Historically, charge cards were primarily associated with business use, as the majority of transactions,…
In 2022, there was double-digit growth in terms of credit card spending for both personal and commercial credit cards. High inflation and the rising cost of living, which have also been affecting Britons in 2023, were amongst the main causes. In…