Category: House & Home
Europe House & Home
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Italy Home Furnishings
... to national holidays and the warm weather. Unlike global trends, Italians remain enthusiastic about grilling year-round and continue their grilling activities even in winter. As such, barbecues continued to report growth in current value terms ... Read More
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Italy Home Improvement
... in 2020, which offers homeowners a tax deduction of up to 110% on the cost of renovation work in their home. The incentive was extended into 2023 under the budget bill which helped to sustain ... Read More
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The Netherlands Home Improvement
... seen to be an effective and affordable way to achieve this. With more time spent indoors, homeowners sought to refresh their living spaces, turning to wall coverings as a versatile and impactful means of transformation. ... Read More
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The Netherlands Home and Garden
... confidence. High inflation also had a substantial impact on disposable incomes, resulting in a notable reduction in discretionary spending. Additionally, export volumes decreased due to a slowdown in economic activity among the Netherlands' main trading ... Read More
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Poland Homewares
... consumers developed a keen interest in cooking and eating at home, sales began to normalise, as Poles returned to their busy lifestyles. Growth was also negatively impacted by an adverse macroeconomic landscape, with high interest ... Read More
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Switzerland Home and Garden
... conflicts, which collectively led to a cautious approach to growth. Despite these obstacles, Switzerland demonstrated some resilience with overall economic growth, albeit slower than in previous years. The first quarter showed positive signs, but the ... Read More
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The Netherlands Gardening
... the demand for fertiliser faced challenges. The market for high-quality fertiliser to nourish and enhance plant growth remained steady but did not see significant expansion in 2023 with economic pressures forcing consumers to focus on ... Read More
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Poland Home Furnishings
... of a challenging macroeconomic environment, with inflationary pressures, high interest rates and a decline in construction output constraining household spending. With the total number of permits for issued for residential buildings having declined year-on-year, this ... Read More
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The Netherlands Home Furnishings
... shifts. During the pandemic individuals spent more time at home which increased the focus on creating cozy and inviting living spaces, with this behaviour continuing to be seen in 2023 despite the pandemic coming to ... Read More
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Switzerland Home Improvement
... the contraction experienced in the overall category, 2023 marked a revival for carpets, especially in bedrooms and corridors. While carpets have been popular in public spaces for some time, their resurgence in homes is noteworthy. ... Read More
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Switzerland Home Furnishings
... by the lake or atop a mountain, Swiss barbecue spots abound, especially during the warm summer months when the weather permits. Barbecuing is not just a pastime, but a cherished skill that some enthusiasts even ... Read More
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Poland Home and Garden
... within a context of a challenging macroeconomic environment, with inflationary pressures, high interest rates and a decline in constriction output constraining household spending. The home and garden market is closely linked to the housing market, ... Read More
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Italy Gardening
... severe droughts followed by heavy rains, creating a challenging environment for gardeners. The crucial spring season, typically a peak time for gardening sales, was disrupted by the unseasonal weather. The excessive rain led to a ... Read More
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Poland Gardening
... and a contracting housing market, consumers prioritised their outdoor living spaces when it came to beautifying their homes. Gardening as a hobby grew in popularity during the pandemic, when consumers were confined to their homes ... Read More
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Italy Home and Garden
... inflation played a significant role, leading to an increase in list prices which subsequently discouraged consumers from making non-essential purchases. Gardening experienced a notable decline in 2023, largely due to the erratic weather patterns characterised ... Read More
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Switzerland Gardening
... gardens, serving as havens of peace and relaxation amid challenging times. Gardening emerged as a popular hobby, offering opportunities for creative expression and self-sufficiency through landscape beautification and food cultivation. How... Euromonitor International's Gardening in ... Read More
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Poland Home Improvement
... the face of a challenging macroeconomic environment, with high interest rates and increases in food and energy prices, consumers were reluctant to commit to large renovation products. Growth was further hampered by a decline in ... Read More
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Italy Homewares
... people seek to create comfortable and stylish living spaces in their urban dwellings. Additionally, the influence of social media platforms and YouTube channels showcasing home decor, cooking, and entertaining ideas has sparked interest and inspired ... Read More
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Sweden Gardening
... rising cost of living. Factors such as inflation, higher interest rates, and increased prices of energy and food contributed to reduced spending on gardening items. However, amidst this economic environment, private label products thrived. Private ... Read More
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Sweden Home and Garden
... negative economic outlook. This downturn led to a reduction in the construction of new houses and apartments, alongside a decrease in people relocating. As a result, sales of durable goods, including larger and expensive items, ... Read More
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Sweden Home Improvement
... an ailing economy, the housing sector struggled, directly impacting home improvement endeavours. Moreover, the decline in consumer confidence further exacerbated the situation, as individuals refrained from investing in renovation or enhancement projects for their properties. ... Read More
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Sweden Home Furnishings
... efficiency of these products, a trait highly coveted for their cost-cutting benefits across various sectors. This demand was further catalysed by EU regulations mandating the phase-out of less efficient fluorescent tubes from 2023, generating a ... Read More
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Sweden Homewares
... prices. Consequently, the category struggled as consumers prioritised essential expenses over discretionary spending on homewares. Additionally, many households had already invested in homewares during the pandemic when there was increased home cooking, thereby reducing the ... Read More
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UK: Home Category Data, The Consumer - Window dressings 2024
... market. The report focuses on seven key subcategories: readymade curtains, made to measure curtains, readymade blinds, made to measure blinds, shutters, nets and voiles, and window dressing accessories. Consumer data is based on our 2024 ... Read More
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UK: Home Category Data, The Consumer - Kitchen furniture 2024
... market. The report focuses on six key subcategories: overall kitchen furniture, sinks & taps, kitchen cabinets, cupboard doors & accessories, worktops, and under counter lighting. Consumer data is based on our 2024 UK kitchen furniture ... Read More
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