Vietnam

In 2022, the Vietnamese consumer goods market showed a distinct shift in packaging preferences, driven by a delicate balance between economic challenges, environmental consciousness and the desire for convenience. For example, in 2022, the Vietnamese…

The evolution of modern, post-pandemic lifestyles, which included spending more time at home, led to an increase demand for air care in 2023. With a high proportion of consumers adopting hybrid working patterns, they were keen to use these products…

Despite its maturity, bleach continued to grow in retail volume and current value terms in 2023. Not only is it considered affordable, it also regarded as a powerful multipurpose home care product. With a heightened demand for greater hygiene, formed…

Dishwashing registered robust growth in both retail volume and current value terms in 2023, as the consumer base for such products continued to widen. Factors such as the habit of cooking at home to save money and heightened hygiene concerns as a…

Demand for home care products in Vietnam continued to increase in 2023, supported by a growing middle class population, which had access to higher levels of disposable income. A heightened focus on health and hygiene, facilitated by the pandemic,…

Home insecticides exhibited healthy growth in retail volume and current value terms in 2023. Vietnam has a tropical climate, characterised by high temperatures and humidity, which can create favourable conditions for the proliferation of insects,…

Laundry care saw further growth in both retail volume and current value terms in 2023. Two-in-one formulas, which combined the functions of both laundry detergents and fabric softeners, became increasingly popular, in keeping with a rising consumer…

During 2023, polishes saw an improved performance in both retail volume and current value terms. The category is dominated by shoe polishes, which benefitted from the revival of normal, pre-pandemic lifestyles, including the return of consumers to…

Surface care registered a healthy performance in both retail volume and current value terms in 2023, following the trend of the previous year. Growth was boosted by higher living standards and an enhanced focus on hygiene, despite the easing of the…

Toilet care continued to see healthy growth in retail volume terms in 2023, supported by factors such as improving living standards, busier lifestyles, the construction of more modern homes and apartments and better hygiene awareness. Toilet…

Cafés/bars continued to enjoy healthy growth in current value terms in 2023. This was attributable to a rebound in international and domestic tourism, following the revival of the travel industry in the aftermath of the pandemic., Such establishments…

With Vietnam having experienced a strong rebound in international and domestic tourism in 2023, this served to boost the number of consumer foodservice transactions made in travel, lodging and leisure locations. According to official sources, more…

Consumer foodservice in Vietnam experienced positive growth in current value terms in 2023, albeit at a slower rate than the previous year. This was attributable to the elevated rate of inflation, which impacted household spending. With prices…

The full-service restaurant industry continued to experience positive growth in current value terms in 2023, despite continued inflationary pressures This can be partly attributed to favourable government policies, such as the reduction in the VAT…

Limited-service restaurants in Vietnam experienced positive growth in current value terms in 2023, albeit at a slower rate than the previous year. This was attributable to the elevated rate of inflation, which impacted household spending. With prices…

The self-service cafeterias channel is not present in Vietnam and there are no signs that it will emerge over the forecast period.

Street-stalls/kiosks registered a marked slowdown in growth in terms of both current value and number of transactions in 2023. Such outlets are especially popular with lower-income segments, which were particularly impacted by the elevated rate of…

Apparel and footwear specialists in Vietnam remained significantly impacted by a range of negative factors throughout 2023, even though global inflationary pressures led the Vietnamese government to lower the tax rate to 8% from July until the year’s…

2023 saw declines in demand for appliances and electronics specialists in Vietnam, with deep drops in current value sales as global economic uncertainty prompted consumers to adopt a more cautious approach towards their spending habits - particularly…

2023 saw convenience stores in Vietnam continue to expand rapidly in terms of number of outlets, especially into urban areas, as local lifestyles became increasingly busy. Convenience stores resonate with Gen Z consumers and students, gaining…

Direct selling declined in terms of current value sales in Vietnam in 2023, with the drop driven by the continued fall of leading brands Herbalife Nutrition, New Image, and Amway as they struggled in the context of global inflationary pressures.…

General merchandise stores in Vietnam benefitted from increased inbound tourist flows in 2023, with Vietnam’s tourism industry continuing to rebound post-pandemic and luring millions of international visitors within the year’s first nine months.…

Health and beauty specialists recorded a slowdown in terms of expansion of outlet numbers in Vietnam in 2023, with independent retailers in particular struggling in the face of raised rents and increased utility costs. The channel has been undergoing…

Home products specialists in Vietnam turned in a positive performance in 2023, with current value sales growth rising, though at a slower rate than was recorded in 2022 when the channel rebounded post-pandemic. Continued work-from-home trends have…

Hypermarkets in Vietnam continued to focus on network expansion into tier 1 and tier 2 cities in 2023, in response to higher living standards and modern lifestyles. E-Mart opened three new outlets over 2022-2023. The player has also been actively…

In 2023 retail e-commerce in Vietnam continued to see robust rises, recording faster current value sales growth than it did in 2022. Vietnamese consumers are increasingly family with e-commerce marketplaces, drawn to the very frequent offer of a…

Retail in Vietnam struggled in 2023, facing pressures from inflation and a weakening export market, among other things. Local consumers cut back on spending which negatively impacted several retail categories, including appliances and electronics…

Small local grocers have been finding it increasingly difficult to compete with other retail channels. In 2023 the rapid growth of convenience stores and the persistent rise in e-commerce purchases continued to take their toll on traditional grocery…

Supermarkets in Vietnam saw significant growth in 2023, with notable increases in terms of both current value sales and the number of outlets, driven by the aggressive expansion strategies of key players. Local consumers in suburban and rural areas…

Rapid urbanisation and rising income levels have contributed to the growth of away-from-home tissue and hygiene, with sales also expanding into rural areas. As the impact of the pandemic softened and restrictions were lifted there was robust growth…

Vietnam’s population reached continued to grow in 2023 with 31% of the population being females aged 12-54 years, with this being important to the continued growth of the category. Menstrual care continued to boast stronger growth rates compared to…

Nappies/diapers/pants continued to report strong growth in current value and retail volume terms in 2023 backed by rising income levels, urbanisation and a rapidly expanding distribution reach. This growth was also attributed to the increased…

Vietnam saw rapid ageing of its population over the review period with the number of people aged 65+ increasing from 7.4 million in 2018 to 9.4 million in 2023. This demographic shift had strong bearing on the performance of retail adult…

A greater focus on hygiene and improving living standards continued to drive strong and stable growth for retail tissue in Vietnam in both value and volume terms. Whereas in the past most people in rural areas of Vietnam were used toilet paper for…

Higher disposable incomes and rapid urbanisation helped drive sales of tissue and hygiene in Vietnam during 2022-2023 with growth being seen in both value and volume terms. Vietnam's GDP was forecasted surpass 5% in 2023, while the inflation rate…

As hygiene and living standards improve in Vietnam, a growing number of consumers are now using wipes in their daily activities. Wipes have become particularly popular during periods of high air-pollution in the country’s larger cities with young…

The population increase in Vietnam from 2021-2040 will be driven by positive natural change, as births outweigh deaths. Improved living and healthcare standards will support ageing, driving growth in the 65+ population. Cities will expand as…

Baby and child-specific products turned in a positive performance in Vietnam in 2023, despite potentially challenging demographic trends. The country’s birth rate has been falling in recent years, with the Department of Population reporting an…

Vietnam’s bath and shower market enjoyed a positive performance in 2023. As income levels and living standards rose, local consumers increasingly prioritised the quality of their bath and shower experiences. They are now showing a pronounced…

Beauty and personal care in Vietnam in 2023 continued to benefit from the economy’s recovery. Though inflation was high early in the year, it did slow down. Vietnamese people generally maintain conservative monthly budgets and prioritise basic…

In 2023, colour cosmetics in Vietnam benefitted from rising internet penetration and brands’ greater investment in their social media activities and engagement – especially short videos on TikTok. These endeavours have boosted the growth and…

Deodorants in Vietnam turned in a convincingly positive performance in 2023, thanks in large part to rising living standards and higher hygiene-consciousness propelling greater concern in personal hygiene and grooming. The use of deodorants to combat…

2023 meant further growth for depilatories in Vietnam, with modern consumers aware of global trends keen to explore the latest hair-removal products and willing to invest more money in depilatories. Despite the increasing availability of professional…

Vietnam’s rising living standards meant growth and expansion for fragrances in 2023, with progress also spurred along by higher disposable incomes. Local consumers have become increasingly focused on investing in and expressing their personal style…

Hair care in Vietnam in 2023 benefitted from improved hygiene and living standards supporting steady volume and current value growth in both urban and rural areas. Products within hair care are diverse and cover all price points, ensuring broad…

Mass beauty and personal care saw strong current value growth in Vietnam in 2023. This growth was primarily driven by the segment’s capacity to accommodate a wide demographic through accessible pricing and a diverse product range. During the year,…

As Vietnamese men's incomes rise and living standards improve, they are showing a growing preference for products designed specifically for them. The population imbalance has also led to a rise in demand for men's products, given that Vietnam is home…

Oral care in Vietnam posted steady growth in 2023, continuing a trend that persisted throughout the review period. Growth has been spurred by rising hygiene-consciousness and improved oral care knowledge among local consumers, prompting those in…

Premium beauty and personal care in Vietnam saw current value growth driven by several factors in 2023. Rising income levels and an ageing population has meant that more Vietnamese consumers are now earmarking a greater proportion of their budgets…

Like other beauty and personal care categories, skin care in Vietnam benefitted from rising incomes and living standards in 2023. Local consumers are placing greater emphasis on their appearance and starting to use skin care products at earlier…