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Plant-based dairy was continuing to see strong growth in 2022, driven mainly by other plant-based milk. Plant-based yoghurt and cheese were also seeing dynamic growth, but still remain very small categories compared to plant-based milk. The decline…

Growth in plant-based dairy slowed in 2022, following the relatively strong rebound seen in 2021, after sales had shown a marked decline in 2020, mainly due to the pandemic-induced slump in the Chinese market in this year. Other plant-based milk,…

Sales in Latin America went into decline in real value terms in 2022, although this was understandable, given the strong growth seen during the pandemic, particularly in 2020, when consumers had been actively seeking out immunity-boosting products..…

The ability to add leisure to a work trip - bleisure - has traditionally been an important growth opportunity in hospitality. The pandemic, however, has transformed bleisure dramatically. While business trips in the classic sense are still below…

Plastic holds leading position in global packaging demand, accounting for almost two thirds of retail sales, with versatility and efficiency key to its success. Plastic is, however, under increasing pressure as a source of waste. To establish plastic…

China’s apparel and footwear market has seen a surge in e-commerce penetration since the COVID-19 outbreak, and is expected to continue to grow, driven by the diversification of the e-commerce landscape led by the emergence of interest-based…

Latin American economies witness economic slowdown, coupled with skyrocketing inflation and depreciation of local currencies. While economic development of regional economies varies, pressing monetary and economic issues burden most Latin American…

The COVID-19 pandemic refreshed global demand for fragrances, resulting in long-term repositioning to self-care and wellness. The US and China witnessed a renaissance in 2021, especially in premium. Global growth was propelled by e-commerce, aided by…

In the Voice of the Industry Survey series, Euromonitor connects with industry professionals to explore trends and innovations. This report focuses on the home care industry, drawing on the Voice of the Industry: Home Care Survey, conducted in August…

Following its path towards being a fully-fledged entertainment company, Sony Corp has been redirecting its efforts over the last years, focusing on premium products rather than fighting for shares. This made the company leave segments such as…

Cell-cultured meat’s journey towards our plates took a leap forward at the end of 2020, when Singapore became the first country worldwide to allow its sale. The likelihood of further markets joining suit has intensified since then, as has the…

A venerable part of the retail landscape, vending machines have seen a surge in innovation in recent years, adding smartphone ordering and a range of made-to-order, prepared food and drink options. Going forward, the line between “advanced vending…

This strategy report focuses on the next billion internet users, who they are, where they come from, and their needs, priorities and activities while using the internet. The report explores key markets, where opportunities come from, especially the…

This visual report highlights the results of Euromonitor International’s 2022 Voice of the Consumer: Beauty Survey, including the everyday beauty and personal care habits and attitudes of global consumers.

The importance of customer loyalty has grown in a time of disruption and rising uncertainty. A central place is taken by consumer-centric strategies, retention efforts and the need to provide added value to loyalty scheme members. One-size-fits all…

The sharp increase in prices of food in 2022 is directly linked to rises in costs of commodities, labour, energy and transportation. Consumers are reacting to inflation according to their income level, price sensitivity and brand loyalty. Responses…

This report covers the main developments impacting the cannabis industry this quarter, including regulatory updates for all major markets and industry and market updates from new players through to new product development in the cannabis space. We…

Increasing attention to consumer values results in the empowerment of everyone. Race, ethnicity, gender, age, physical abilities, culture and religion, financial position are check points for creating universal design. Consumers value…

Asia Pacific is set to remain the fastest-growing region, led by major developing economies such as China, India and Indonesia. The region is set to benefit from economic reforms and transformation, strong manufacturing, exports and foreign…

A megatrend framework enables us to better identify new emerging consumer driven trends, while also monitoring the more established long-term megatrends shaping the world. This report introduces Euromonitor International’s redefined megatrend…