Category: Retailing
Retailing market research reports by Euromonitor International
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Health and Beauty Specialists in Japan
Health and Beauty Specialists in Japan On 8 May 2023, the Japanese government announced that it would reclassify COVID-19 as a class 5 infectious disease, which is the same classification as seasonal flu. As a result, decisions regarding infection control are now left to individuals and businesses a ... Read More
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Retail in Japan
Retail in Japan Retail maintained solid current value growth in Japan in 2023, with increases across both offline and e-commerce. In 2023, offline retail regained stronger momentum due to the return of mobility post-COVID-19. On 8 May 2023, the Japanese government announced that it would reclassify ... Read More
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Home Products Specialists in Japan
Home Products Specialists in Japan Home products specialists saw growth in current value terms in 2023. Increases were seen across all channels, but as in the previous year, growth was driven mainly by homewares and home furnishing stores. The leading player in this channel, Nitori, also continued t ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Japan
Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Japan The leading player in apparel and footwear specialists, Fast Retailing, has been focusing on experiences in its stores. Having both an offline and online presence, the retailer aims to differentiate its physical stores by providing customers with experiences ... Read More
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Supermarkets in Japan
Supermarkets in Japan In 2023, price rises were seen across various industries in Japan, impacting the cost of living. During COVID-19, consumers’ eating habits shifted more towards cooking and eating at home. Despite the country gradually returning to the pre-COVID-19 state, consumers’ habit of pri ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Japan
Convenience Retailers in Japan On 8 May 2023, the Japanese government announced that it would reclassify COVID-19 as a class 5 infectious disease, which is the same classification as seasonal flu. This shift pushed consumers in Japan to go back to their pre-COVID-19 behaviours, increasing their acti ... Read More
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Direct Selling in Japan
Direct Selling in Japan Direct selling continues to face headwinds due to the ageing of the customer base, and the loss of recruitment opportunities due to changes in social behaviour since the pandemic. On the other hand, some players saw rising sales in 2023, as society recovered from the effects ... Read More
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Retail E-Commerce in Japan
Retail E-Commerce in Japan After e-commerce showed double-digit current value growth during COVID-19 in 2020, growth slowed significantly in 2021, and remained at this lower level in 2022 and 2023, as with the reopening of physical stores post-pandemic, fewer people made the switch online. On 8 May ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear in India
Apparel and Footwear in India India’s distinction as having one of the youngest populations globally provides a significant advantage, particularly when it comes to fashion. With a substantial proportion of the population belonging to younger age groups, the country boasts a dynamic and ever-evolvin ... Read More
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Commercial Payments Overview
Commercial Payments Overview The global B2B payment market is gaining increasing attention from financial card and electronic direct payment platforms, as more consumer payment value has been converted away from paper. The USD32.7 trillion spent by merchants through paper payment channels globally i ... Read More
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Top Five Digital Consumer Trends in 2024
Top Five Digital Consumer Trends in 2024Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition touch on to ... Read More
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Retailer Corporate Strategies in Sustainability
Retailer Corporate Strategies in Sustainability The sustainability agenda has become a priority for many retailers globally, driven by consumer expectations and governmental legislation. Retailers recognise the imperative for change and are taking actions, particularly in the areas of climate-positi ... Read More
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Competitor Strategies in Dairy Products and Alternatives
Competitor Strategies in Dairy Products and Alternatives Dairy products and alternatives players are navigating through economically turbulent times by adapting their strategies, with a focus on core markets and fast-growing brands and products. Meanwhile, to sustain high margins, producers are emph ... Read More
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Baked Goods in Australia
Baked Goods in Australia Baked goods is set to see notable retail volume and current value growth in 2023, driven by increased demand, as Australians have opted to eat at home more frequently due to the rising cost of living. This trend has been further amplified by the influx of new immigrants to A ... Read More
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Where Consumers Shop for Snacks
Where Consumers Shop for Snacks The global snacks markets grew in 2023, despite negative external factors, such as high inflation, the impact of the war in Ukraine on supply chains, climate change and currency devaluations. Supermarkets and small local grocers lead store-based retail in snacks. E-co ... Read More
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Customer Loyalty Ecosystems
Customer Loyalty Ecosystems Customer loyalty ecosystems are quickly becoming a popular format for loyalty programmes. Ecosystems either connect the loyalty programmes of brands within one company or the loyalty programmes of separate companies. Ecosystems offer multiple benefits, including increased ... Read More
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Africa’s Fashion: A Tale of Diversity
Africa’s Fashion: A Tale of Diversity This briefing explores the forces driving apparel demand and supply in Sub-Saharan Africa, which has historically been a protected market, with tariffs, quotas and bans. It discusses how market routes, supply chains and competition have evolved. A one-size-fits- ... Read More
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Sustainability Case Study: Primark Circular Collection
Sustainability Case Study: Primark Circular Collection In April 2023, Primark introduced its inaugural circular collection – a 35-piece ensemble created in alignment with the Circular Product Standard, founded upon principles endorsed by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. With prices of GBP4-20, it emb ... Read More
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Menswear in the US
Menswear in the US Despite seeing robust recovery in 2021, the current value growth rate of menswear notably decelerated in 2022, and has faced continuing challenges in 2023. This slowdown can primarily be attributed to the return to the pre-pandemic level of sales, persistent surges in inflation, a ... Read More
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Apparel Accessories in the US
Apparel Accessories in the US In 2020, current value sales of apparel accessories witnessed a significant decline, with limited demand for these items, except for face masks (included under other apparel accessories). While the category experienced some value growth in 2021, it continued to face cha ... Read More
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Strategies for Expanding into Emerging Markets with E-Commerce
Strategies for Expanding into Emerging Markets with E-Commerce E-commerce growth in emerging markets is set to outpace growth in developed markets as wider digitisation and access to technology facilitates structural shifts, addressing traditional challenges. Locally-driven innovation and new consum ... Read More
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Voice of the Industry: Retail
Voice of the Industry: Retail This report summarises findings from the Voice of the Industry: Retail survey conducted in July 2023. It offers insights from global retail professionals on their short- and long-term investment priorities, the trends shaping the industry and how they address challenges ... Read More
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The State of Grocery Retail in 2023
The State of Grocery Retail in 2023 As the pandemic-driven surge in grocery sales subsides, grocery retailers must contend with an increasingly complex macroeconomic environment and heightened consumer expectations. This report delves into the evolution of the global grocery retail sector in 2023, e ... Read More
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Plant-Based Dairy in Ukraine
Plant-Based Dairy in Ukraine Local brand Bob Snail is already known in Ukraine, especially by parents, due to its range of healthy sweets\snacks that are made from fruit-based ingredients. However, the brand has now branched out into offering plant-based yoghurt made from coconut cream. The range is ... Read More
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Elevating Engagement: The Loyalty Landscape in Asia Pacific
Elevating Engagement: The Loyalty Landscape in Asia Pacific Asia Pacific is a region characterised by diverse economies, cultures and demographics. In such an environment, loyalty programmes need to be crafted to meet local consumers’ preferences. Asia Pacific is facing a turning point where it can ... Read More
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