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H&M confronts challenging times due to unprecedented inflation and a global cost-of-living crisis, forcing consumers to rethink their discretionary expenses. Moreover, a sluggish economic recovery in China, coupled with the loss of the Russian and…

Arçelik AS is global consumer appliances manufacturer, originating in Turkey. With 12 brands, 30 production facilities and 82 subsidiaries, the company is present in almost all continents. The strongest segment for the company is major appliances in…

Hasbro is a leading player in traditional toys and games, enjoying market leadership in a number of categories, including games and puzzles. While traditional toys and games continues to face the threat from the greater dynamism of video games,…

With a presence spanning continents, Ikea distinguishes itself as the sole player in the homewares and home furnishings stores channel with a truly global reach. Ikea is now embracing compact store formats and the conversion of existing outlets into…

Facing supply chain issues and raw materials inflation, Akzo Nobel slightly underperformed the home paint market over 2019-2022, owing in part to significant price increases. Focused on improving profitability in uncertain times, beyond cost cutting,…

Seven & I Holdings Ltd is a leading global retail company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Its diverse retail portfolio spans convenience retail, supermarkets, department stores and retail e-commerce. Its flagship brand, 7-Eleven, is the world’s…

Haier Group is a world leader in consumer appliances. It realised strong growth over the past years despite the pandemic-related adversities with a multi-brand, connectivity-focused strategy. It has the potential of not only penetrating more markets…

Procter & Gamble remains the global leader in home care, where much of the growth is stemming from the continued expansion of the laundry care category. Its high brand recognition, coupled with multiple advantageous brand positions, is expected to be…

As the third largest home care player globally, Reckitt derives most of its revenue from surface care, which is also the fastest growing category for the company. Despite experiencing a decline in market share, the company experienced growth through…

Mars, global leader in pet care, is well positioned to serve value- and quality-conscious consumers with its economy and premium brands. While the US is the largest market for Mars, emerging markets offer growth opportunities in the future due…