Category: Retailing
Retailing market research reports by Euromonitor International
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in the Netherlands
Apparel and footwear specialists in the Netherlands posted a modest increase in retail value sales in 2024, driven primarily by major chains such as Zara and Primark. However, most retailers continue to face significant challenges, with profit margins squeezed by rising inventory, rent, and wages co ... Read More
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Health and Beauty Specialists in Finland
In line with the rest of the review period, beauty specialists was the smaller channel within health and beauty specialists in Finland in 2024. The number of outlets is relatively high—almost one-fifth of all outlets in the channel—but in retail sales price (RSP) terms, beauty specialists account fo ... Read More
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Supermarkets in Israel
Within the context of substantial price increases, supermarkets in Israel registered significant growth in current value sales in 2024. While some retailers had previously resisted price hikes, the ongoing Israel-Hamas War created conditions that allowed them to implement increases with less public ... Read More
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Home Products Specialists in Israel
In 2024, home products specialists in Israel witnessed a modest uptick in retail current value sales, as more Israelis opted to remain in the country rather than travel abroad. This marks an improved performance from 2023, when the housing market slowed considerably due to rising interest rates, ong ... Read More
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Direct Selling in Israel
Direct selling remains a niche segment in the Israeli market, as consumers predominantly prefer purchasing products in physical stores. This preference for in-person browsing and immediate product availability constrains the growth of direct selling brands, which struggle to gain a strong foothold a ... Read More
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Direct Selling in Finland
In line with the long-term trend which began before the review period, direct selling sales continued to decrease in 2024. Euromonitor International's Direct Selling in Finland report offers insight into key trends and developments driving the industry. The report examines all retail channels to pro ... Read More
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Supermarkets in Austria
In 2024, supermarkets in Austria recorded retail value growth of 4%. However, similar to the overall grocery retail sector, this growth marked a decline compared to the previous year. Despite this, as inflation rates returned to more sustainable levels, in real value terms, supermarkets experienced ... Read More
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Hypermarkets in Spain
High inflation initially sustained positive results for hypermarkets in Spain, but in 2024 sales declined as consumers increasingly turned to other grocery channels, including convenience shops and discounters. Hypermarkets are typically located outside residential areas, and shifting preferences to ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Austria
In 2024, retail value sales through convenience retailers in Austria recorded growth of 5%. However, a challenge for the channel is the highly regulated opening hours in Austria. Retail stores may only be open for a total of 72 hours per week and typically not before 6 a.m., after 9 p.m. or on Sunda ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in Austria
In 2024, department stores in Austria experienced moderate retail value growth of 5%. This growth was similar to the performance of apparel and footwear specialists, which is expected due to their similar product offerings. Department stores in Austria are generally positioned at a higher price leve ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Greece
Convenience retailers saw current value growth in Greece in 2024. Leading Greek supermarket players have recognised the power of convenience stores and invested in them, expanding their networks through franchise models. To meet evolving consumer demand, convenience stores have also expanded their p ... Read More
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Retail E-Commerce in Austria
In 2024, retail e-commerce in Austria saw a 5% growth in retail value sales. The year marked a return to steady growth after the volatility caused by the outbreak of COVID-19. In 2024, growth for retail e-commerce was fuelled by younger consumers under 30, who favoured online shopping and the conven ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in Spain
Within Spain’s general merchandise category, department stores continued to perform well in 2024, supported by the continuing return of inbound tourists to Spain. Foreign visitors often gravitate towards renowned stores such as El Corte Inglés, where they can shop and experience a uniquely Spanish r ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Spain
Spain’s apparel and footwear category remained a leader in terms of technology and design in 2024. The category is one of the most vulnerable in the face of economic and global contingencies and has been busy reinventing itself again. Retail outlets are evolving into megastores that feature a wide r ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Norway
Convenience retailers have been closing outlets in Norway due to changing consumer behaviour, with discounters, supermarkets and e-commerce gaining traction over 2024. There have been reports of closures at some Joker outlets due to competitive pressures which is stifling profitability. Joker is foc ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Norway
In 2024, apparel and footwear specialists in Norway are employing various strategies to effectively target younger generations, particularly Gen Z and Millennials. Many brands are emphasising sustainability, which resonates strongly with younger consumers. KappAhl has expanded its second-hand clothi ... Read More
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Home Products Specialists in Norway
In 2024, home products specialists suffered amid a challenging housing market in Norway, with property prices rising. The construction sector is facing challenges, with a notable decline in new housing completions contributing to supply shortages. This situation exacerbates affordability issues for ... Read More
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Health and Beauty Specialists in Norway
In 2024, health and beauty specialists in Norway witnessed a stronger performance in line with growing consumer demand for beauty products sold in these stores, including cosmetics and fragrances. Interest in skin care products is rising due to increasing consumer concerns about skin nourishment and ... Read More
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Direct Selling in Norway
Direct selling in Norway witnessed a slight recovery in current value sales over 2024 following two difficult years. Broader trends in consumer behaviour are supporting the category, with an increasing emphasis on health and wellness products. Distributors are leveraging social media and digital pla ... Read More
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Hypermarkets in Greece
Hypermarkets registered current value growth in Greece in 2024. Indeed, hypermarkets was amongst the strongest performing grocery retailing channels in the market during the year. More people are choosing hypermarkets for bulk purchases since these outlets are seen as offering a wide range of produc ... Read More
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Health and Beauty Specialists in Greece
Health and beauty specialists registered current value growth in Greece in 2024. Greece's beauty sector has fully recovered after the pandemic and is experiencing significant growth. This recovery has been fuelled by an increased interest in personal care and wellbeing with consumers prioritising sk ... Read More
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Retail E-Commerce in Greece
E-commerce registered strong current value growth in Greece in 2024. Since the COVID-19 crisis, almost all businesses have invested in online retailing to a greater or lesser extent. Even older consumers have become familiar with shopping online, appreciating the convenience that the e-commerce chan ... Read More
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Supermarkets in Peru
Supermarket sales experienced slower growth in 2024, registering figures below the overall retail sector’s average expansion. This was primarily due to consumers reducing their spending in supermarkets amid economic difficulties that persisted through the first half of the year. Peru’s recession, wh ... Read More
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Discounters in Peru
The discounter retail channel experienced the highest growth in Peru in 2024, driven by an aggressive expansion strategy and strong consumer receptivity. The category leader, Mass, has been at the forefront of this growth, continuing its rapid store-opening strategy across both Lima and provincial a ... Read More
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Direct Selling in Peru
Direct selling in Peru has continued to expand significantly in 2024, as it remains a popular channel among consumers seeking convenience and cost-saving opportunities, often with the personalised advice of a consultant. Euromonitor International's Direct Selling in Peru report offers insight into k ... Read More
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