Read in-depth analysis on the key trends shaping demand across in...
Read in-depth analysis on the key trends shaping demand across industries, consumers and national markets, with insight and market statistics that offer global strategic coverage.
Fragrances is seeing modest growth in the Middle East and Africa, albeit undermined by economic slowdown in core markets. However, demand for fragrances in the region has grown, in accordance with an overall positive trend in personal grooming,…
This report explores the state of play in direct selling prior to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as well as the channel’s most unique aspects, before taking a deep dive into how the outlook has changed amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. We are…
Water scarcity issues pose a serious challenge for businesses in Southeast Asia, and responsible water management efforts remain niche. This briefing argues the need for businesses to develop proper water management strategies as Southeast Asia faces…
Celebrations are moving away from foodservice and festivals and back into homes. This creates opportunities for experiential foods in retail. Consumers have more time than before the pandemic, and many have started cooking, creating opportunities in…
Retail adult incontinence is one of the best-performing disposable hygiene categories, with growth potential in developed and emerging regions. The self-reported concerns over health and incontinence cross genders and generations, indicating…
The lines between away-from-home and at-home consumption continue to blur, as eating occasions shift to the home, yet meal options widen from both retail and foodservice. On-the-go lifestyles switch to sedentary, but small pack sizes and impulse…
Coronavirus is a game changer for packaging. The pandemic has rendered safety and hygiene key considerations for consumers who will be receptive to active packaging that helps avoid food waste and anti-pathogenic solutions to reduce contamination.…
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is the harshest global crisis since World War II, and will have a long-lasting impact on economies around the world. Countries are entering historic recessions, public debt will skyrocket and labour markets will…
With the growing global interest in meat substitutes, there is also a growing interest in Southeast Asian opportunities. However, growth potential is yet to be met as consumer concern is still focused on food security. Although there is growing…
This report highlights key growth drivers of ice cream and frozen desserts in MEA. The economic instability has shed its weight on the category hindering its growth, nevertheless this region is set to experience a more optimistic scenario when…
Cigarettes are set to decrease over the forecast period due to increasing regulatory and socioeconomic pressures. Consumers are increasingly trading down or preferring the illicit market. International brands are well placed to capture growth via…
MEA posted a moderate CAGR despite being one of the smaller markets globally. Despite low consumer awareness and social taboos surrounding incontinence, the region is showing promise. Ageing populations boost demand for adult incontinence products.…
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has led to a major structural change towards a complete digitalisation of operational structures of lifestyle brands, which in turn has reset the importance of customer experiences, building trust and strong…
Euromonitor International’s Voice of Industry Survey – Travel showcases the unprecedented impact of Coronavirus on travel and tourism businesses, with high levels of pessimism. Focus areas for recovery include big data, analytics and AI to drive…
Eastern Europe is a market of growing coffee culture. Below average per capita consumption and increasing interest to coffee in region points to high untapped market potential. Further growth is achievable through improved product offer in fresh…
Like all major professional sports properties, golf organisations and tours are facing unprecedented challenges brought about by the Coronavirus. Re-energising the sport and unlocking a younger fanbase will accelerate a return to commercial success…
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has dramatically altered consumer shopping behaviour. Using the Digital Consumer Survey, which was fielded in March and April during the height of mandated lockdowns, this report explores consumer sentiment with…
Interest in global flavours continues to grow at a time when food is increasingly associated with experiences. At the same time, however, a counter-trend is emerging in many markets. Food nationalism is growing, and consumers are proudly consuming…
Asia Pacific is currently the largest and fastest growing retail tissue market in the world and still has huge room for growth due to its fast-growing economy. Rising urbanisation and average disposable income coupled with growing hygiene awareness…
Feminine protection continues to see growth globally, with developing markets experiencing higher growth and offering significant untapped potential. The category’s performance is shaped by socioeconomic, demographic, and lifestyle trends. Innovation…
Early July 2020, Euromonitor published revised forecasts for Apparel and Footwear for 2020-2024 that considered the implications of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. Overall, COVID-19 is expected to severely suppress global demand for Apparel and…
Health and hygiene have become top priorities amid the Coronavirus pandemic. As consumers take greater ownership of their health and protect themselves, their families and their homes from the virus, health and efficacy-related claims gain in…
Western Europe sees sales decline for menswear over the review period due macroeconomic challenges, aggressive competitive environment and weakened demand. Athleisure and casual clothing trends favour the cheapest categories, such as jeans and tops.…
The emergence of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has boosted consumer interest in being healthy. New habits around preventative health including immunity-boosting and mental wellbeing are set to play an even greater role in the pursuit of an…
Understanding the commercial opportunities that professional sports clubs offer can be challenging. The Club Index was developed as a means to benchmark top-flight domestic clubs across key metrics, ensuring that potential and existing partners can…
Colour cosmetics in the Middle East and Africa faces severe challenges. Social media, women’s empowerment and product innovation positively influenced the market in 2019, but growth was hampered by cautious consumer spending and economic malaise,…
Euromonitor’s Health and Nutrition Survey provides insight on consumers’ health behaviour and perceptions in a variety of industries, including consumer health, health and wellness, packaged food, and nutrition.
Like every other CPG industry, the recent history and short-term future evolution of the global cigarettes industry will be dominated by the ongoing fallout of from the Coronavirus pandemic. Coming out of a moderately improved volume and value…
Digital disruption in beauty and personal care will continue to accelerate globally due to the Coronavirus impact, which sets the tone for “digital” to become a dominant means of beauty industry participation over the forecast period. The core values…
The retail industry globally faces significant challenges as a result of the combination of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, low oil prices and existing economic problems. This report lays out Euromonitor’s phases of retail evolution due to…
The toys and games industry sees positive growth, although with setbacks due to Coronavirus. In traditional toys, long-term opportunities lie in licensing and categories combining play, education and skill-building experience. Broader exposure to…
Personal accessories revenues are expected to post some of the sharpest declines among all fmcg industries. The industry is concurrently facing pressure from three main factors: consumers’ diminished disposable income, retail closures (and sluggish…
Driven by the steady growth of trips to and within Europe, the attractions and experiences market had never been so large or diverse as it was at the start of 2020. The global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic however put an abrupt halt to tourism…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has shaken up consumer goods and service industries in the Middle East, putting pressure on supply chains and depressing sales as lockdowns and job losses squeeze discretionary spending. Essential items such as packaged food,…
This report provides insights into how the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic impacts the middle class in emerging and developing countries. It will also deep dive into China, home to nearly half of the developing world’s middle class, to uncover the…
Fintech is transforming financial products and services at a rapid rate globally. In Europe, regulation aimed at encouraging competition has increased the number and reach of fintechs. P2P platforms are becoming more popular and are moving into other…
Sports drinks are gaining a foothold in Latin America, with growing interest in health and fitness driving sales and distribution. The two largest brands, Gatorade and Powerade, continue to increase sales through dynamic marketing efforts and an…
The Coronavirus pandemic has only accelerated the consumer need for beverages that have relaxing, stress-relieving, or sleep-inducing functionalities. While beverages have spoken to these concerns for centuries, the new wave of calming beverages is…
The Top Five Digital Consumer Trends in 2020, which published in January, provides insights into changing digital consumer values and priorities, specifically highlighting the five tech-driven trends that are expected to reshape commerce the most in…
The category of baby nappies/diapers/pants sees positive growth globally, with increased usage in developing markets. Developed regions have seen a push for premium to improve value in the absence of organic growth. Performance in 2020 will be shaped…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has had - and is having - a profound impact on the eyewear industry. Despite the essential and medical nature of many eyewear references, the industry is going through unprecedented disruption across manufacturing, distribution…
The sports industry faces a long road to recovery. Of the issues facing the industry, the most notable is how to ensure fan safety and ensure the successful return of live events. This report looks at various strategies across sports, and the role…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) deeply disrupted snack occasions. In the short term, drastic reductions in mobility changed snacking from an “anytime, anywhere” to “always at home” occasion. Immediate consumption, impulse and experiential elements were…
Consumers increasingly demand functionality from their food. The concept of food as medicine is also gaining ground not only in light of coronavirus, but also as a tool to manage chronic disease. With such growing interest comes a greater role for…
Digital streaming services have widely disrupted traditional media consumption, particularly in developed markets, and new services continue to launch. This briefing includes profiles of the following companies: Apple Music, Amazon Prime Video,…
Understanding the commercial opportunities that professional sports leagues and constituent teams offer can be challenging. The League Index was developed as a means to benchmark top flight domestic leagues across key metrics, ensuring that potential…
A new crop of synthetic beverages is seeking to disrupt many traditional drinks categories. This includes synthetic alcoholic substitutes aimed at mindful drinking occasions, sustainable products aimed at winning over green consumers, and even…
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused unprecedented upheaval across the US food and drink industry. This will have far-reaching consequences, such as a permanent uptick in consumer adoption of online ordering in the food and drink space and…
Technological advances are creating unprecedented change across consumer-facing industries. The Digital Consumer Survey, fielded in March and April, offers insight into the pace and depth of this evolution, tracking consumer behaviour, attitudes,…
Ageing populations, a high degree of maturity and high per capita consumption in most Western European markets, along with changes in lifestyle trends towards a reduction in alcohol consumption are putting pressure on wine volume sales. The Covid 19…