Euromonitor International
22,281 Reports from Euromonitor International
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Consumer Credit in Australia
Consumer Credit in Australia Gross lending of consumer credit in Australia, which does not include mortgages/housing, is growing in 2024, albeit more slowly compared to the 5% increase recorded the previous year. Gross lending is growing across most categories, apart from card lending. In particular ... Read More
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Paediatric Consumer Health in Austria
Paediatric Consumer Health in Austria Paediatric consumer health recorded retail value sales growth in 2024, with mixed results for volume, depending on the product area. Paediatric cough/cold medications decreased in demand, with consumers reverting back to home remedies and/or doctor-prescribed pr ... Read More
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Packaging Industry in Thailand
Packaging Industry in Thailand As consumer preferences shift towards premium and innovative offerings, packaging has become a critical element in enhancing brand appeal in the Thai alcoholic drinks industry. Local brands such as SangSom rum and Hong Thong whisky are refreshing their packaging design ... Read More
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Packaging Industry in Indonesia
Packaging Industry in Indonesia In Indonesia, health and wellness trends significantly impacted confectionery packaging choices, with consumers seeking smaller pack sizes as well as eco-friendly options. While flexible plastic remained a popular packaging material in frozen ready meals, folding cart ... Read More
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Wound Care in Austria
Wound Care in Austria Wound care continued to show moderate retail value sales growth in 2024, with an ongoing decline in current volume terms. A continuous decrease in demand for sticking plasters has been the main cause of the overall decline, as these are the largest products in volume terms. As ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Japan
Financial Cards and Payments in Japan The broader trend in financial cards and payments in Japan shows a decline in cash usage and a rise in usage of financial cards, with no signs of reversal. In terms of financial cards, both debit cards, which minimise worries of overspending, and credit cards, w ... Read More
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Packaging Industry in Poland
Packaging Industry in Poland In Poland, packaging in 2023 was marked by significant shifts driven by consumer demand for convenience, environmental awareness and regulatory pressures. The plant-based dairy and hot drinks markets have shown distinct packaging preferences, with brick liquid cartons le ... Read More
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NRT Smoking Cessation Aids in Austria
NRT Smoking Cessation Aids in Austria In Austria, smoking is stated to be the most common addiction, and according to the Austria Health Portal (Gesungheit.bv.at) approximately 21% of consumers smoke daily. Even though cigarette consumption has declined over the past five years, smoking in Austria r ... Read More
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Digestive Remedies in Austria
Digestive Remedies in Austria Digestive remedies saw a strong performance in current retail value sales in 2024 in Austria. Tolerated price increases contributed to the stronger growth of value sales, which outperformed the rise in demand. Stress and worries, including economic and financial develop ... Read More
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Weight Management and Wellbeing in Austria
Weight Management and Wellbeing in Austria In 2024, health and wellness trends in Austria continued to rise, with a growing focus on maintaining a healthy weight, exercising, and staying fit. Despite this focus, weight management and wellbeing recorded further declines in demand. While retail value ... Read More
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Sleep Aids in Austria
Sleep Aids in Austria In 2024, sleep aids recorded a slight retail volume sales decline in Austria, with total sales remaining at a high overall level. This result was due to the strong growth encountered during, and directly after COVID-19, with growth rates in the mid- to high-single digit ranges. ... Read More
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Analgesics in Austria
Analgesics in Austria Analgesics in Austria recorded strong single-digit retail value growth in 2024. Sales were driven by consumers increasing willingness to manage their healthcare needs. Busier and more stressful lifestyles and the continuously increasing popularity of physical activities are cre ... Read More
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Pre-Paid Cards in Japan
Pre-Paid Cards in Japan East Japan Railway Company (JR East), being at the core of the nationwide transportation IC card, as a pioneer in this space, is expected to remain the top player in terms of pre-paid card transaction value by issuer and operator in Japan in 2024. The company is making moves ... Read More
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Consumer Credit in Japan
Consumer Credit in Japan Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services, which are unregulated in Japan, are quickly gaining popularity due to their convenience, flexibility, and the absence of credit checks. These benefits especially appeal to the country’s younger generation, who often do not have credit cards ... Read More
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Credit Cards in Japan
Credit Cards in Japan Credit card remains the leading method of cashless payment in Japan, accounting for the majority of transaction volumes and value. Although rising from a lower base than personal credit cards, commercial credit cards is set to see stronger growth in transaction values in 2024, ... Read More
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Menswear in Japan
Menswear in Japan Men’s suits faced significant challenges in Japan during the pandemic. Although Japan did not implement a legally binding lockdown, citizens generally adhered to government requests to minimise outings, leading many companies to mandate remote working. As a result, the demand for s ... Read More
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Charge Cards in Australia
Charge Cards in Australia Charge cards in Australia is experiencing a strong 2024, with growth in both the number and value of transactions made using commercial and personal charge cards. Charge cards target more affluent individuals or corporations, so spend per transaction tends to be higher. It ... Read More
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Debit Cards in Australia
Debit Cards in Australia The number of personal debit cards in Australia continues to increase in 2024, with this being one of the premier payment methods for local consumers since the use of cash started to decline during the pandemic. Euromonitor International’s Passport data shows that over 95% o ... Read More
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Apparel Accessories in Japan
Apparel Accessories in Japan The summer of 2024 marked the hottest season in Japan’s recorded history, tying with 2023 for the highest temperatures since the Japan Meteorological Agency began tracking data in 1898. This extreme heat is not a fleeting phenomenon, but a reflection of the ongoing globa ... Read More
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RTD Coffee in Thailand
RTD Coffee in Thailand RTD coffee is set to see off-trade volume sales increase in Thailand in 2024. RTD coffee is widely associated with consumption outside the home, with blue-collar workers and manual labourers accounting for a high proportion of category sales. While being more expensive than fr ... Read More
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Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Sri Lanka
Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Sri Lanka Sales of cooking ingredients and meals in 2024 were heavily influenced by several important aspects. Sri Lanka's economic and political unrest negatively impacted consumer purchasing decisions, while there was a notable drop in store visits during the monso ... Read More
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Packaging Industry in Romania
Packaging Industry in Romania In 2023, Romania saw a significant shift towards sustainable packaging. Glass jars remained the top choice for sauces, dips and condiments, valued for their premium quality and recyclability. Refillable aluminium bottles gained popularity in the beauty industry, with br ... Read More
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Financial Cards and Payments in Australia
Financial Cards and Payments in Australia The payments landscape in Australia has not witnessed many significant shifts in 2024, with key consumer trends from the previous year continuing. The majority of consumers are still making their payments using debit cards, although value growth via this pay ... Read More
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United Arab Emirates: Consumer Profile
United Arab Emirates: Consumer Profile The population of the United Arab Emirates is forecast to continue growing over the period to 2040. The consumer landscape will remain young and diverse, primarily composed of immigrant populations. By 2040, Gen Z is expected to become the most influential cons ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear in Japan
Apparel and Footwear in Japan In 2024, apparel and footwear in Japan is expected to see solid retail current value growth, although sales are still anticipated to remain below the pre-pandemic level. In 2024, sales have been heavily influenced by the changing climate. This industry has always been a ... Read More
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