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One year has passed since Alibaba's IPO offering went public on the New York Stock Exchange, and the company has challenges to overcome. Although the company hasn't performed particularly poorly, it has plenty of competition from other retailers such as JD.com and has come under pressure for its poor transition to mobile computing. Despite these challenges, Alibaba is still predicted to...

Drones are transforming the way the world does business today by assisting national weather service management, assisting in disaster relief and shipping goods and services. However, legislature is weak for drones in many countries, and many drone operators are simply hobbyists, meaning they have no formal training in drone flight operations. Despite these legal challenges, however, drones are cre...

  Renaming its parents company to Alphabet is a way for Google to consolidate its growing range of activities into a new structure. As tech giants expand into new territories, branding becomes more important. In Google's case, the rename allows the company to create even more spin off brands, the names of which would be more well known in their specific segments. Lots of brands claim to be nu...

Retailing in Australia experienced positive growth in 2014, despite fluctuations in consumer confidence and spending habits. In New Zealand, employment is on the rise and consumer confidence is up, but those factors aren't translating into a boost for retailers. Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evide...

In July 2015, global prices of energy and metal commodities plummeted over the previous month. This reflected a sentiment of uncertainties in the global economic outlook, slowing demand from major economies, particularly China and Japan, amid excess supplies. The volatile environment in commodity prices is expected to persist for the remainder of the year. Listen to the podcast to get the full pic...

Korean culture and foodservice is gaining massive familiarity in China, boosted by the success of television shows such as “My Love from the Stars” and “The Heirs”. These shows, which are especially popular with young Chinese women, are sparking a new interest in Korean culture and creating a surge in Korean foodservice chains in China. In fact, some popular Korean television shows frequently film...

Global fast fashion brands and luxury powerhouses are attracted to the Australian market, looking to do business in a stable economy with healthy inbound tourism. While some companies are building brick and mortar stores in the country, others are choosing an online store approach. More conservative brands are only shipping to Australia as a way to test the market. However, flagship and concept st...

«Сделано в Казахстане» - это успешно проведенная республиканская акция, нацеленная на  рост осведомлённости потребителей об отечественных продуктах питания. Желая поддержать национальную экономику, покупатели стали все больше обращать внимание на продукты, которые производятся отечественными компаниями и были подвержены жесткой ценовой  конкуренции со стороны российских аналогов. Усилив информиров...

Neiman Marcus recently filed for an IPO, saying that all net income will be used to pay down debt and for operations and expansion. Speculation is that Neiman Marcus may be on the verge of building an omni-channel luxury retailer and expanding overseas, two things the company may have to do to survive. Neiman Marcus is also investing in technology, giving phones to employees to use as sales tools...

"Made in Kazakhstan" is a government campaign to raise awareness of local foods and goods and is considered a success. By focusing on   national pride and the desire to support the economy, many brands that were impacted by the devaluation of the Russian ruble continue to see strong sales. However, while the campaign gave these brands exposure, it will be up to each individual brand to m...

SodaStream revealed in a recent investor call that sales were down by almost 40 percent. The company is in the midst of switching its marketing campaign from focusing on its environmentally friendly properties to the fact that its machines can carbonate water. The hope is that by plugging into consumer’s desire to drink more water, the company can recapture lost sales. Lots of brands claim to be n...

Koivunmahlavettä – koivusta uutettua nestettä, on nautittu Itä-Euroopassa ja Pohjoismaissa jo vuosikymmenten ajan, mutta vasta hiljattain terveysammattilaiset julistivat koivunmahlaveden seuraavaksi ihmetuotteeksi. Koivunmahlavesi, joka kemialliselta koostumukseltaan on verrattavissa kookosveteen, on vähäkalorinen ja sisältää runsaasti vitamiineja ja mineraaleja. Sen suosion kasvua saattavat kuite...

Birch water, which is extracted from the liquid absored by birch trees, has been consumed by Eastern European and Nordic countries for decades and recently discovered by health enthusiasts who claim it as the next 'miricle product'. Similar in chemical makeup to coconut water, the drink is low in calores and cotains essential vitamins and minerals. However the extraction process is tedio...

Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based research. Our claim validation service ensures your marketing messages are backed by real data. Stand out in a crowded market.  Visit euromonitor.com/claims to learn more.

In the past five years, restaurants have moved into the online space faster than originally expected due to technological saturation. Food delivery is growing exponentially and restaurants that wouldn’t normally offer delivery options can now make use of independent contractors who own their own vehicles. There are even restaurants opening with no physical storefront - the menu appears online only...

Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based research. Our claim validation service ensures your marketing messages are backed by real data. Stand out in a crowded market.  Visit euromonitor.com/claims to learn more.

Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based research. Our claim validation service ensures your marketing messages are backed by real data. Stand out in a crowded market.  Visit euromonitor.com/claims to learn more.

Arcus Wine Brands in Norway is releasing several new wines that are specifically labelled "low in tannins" and "low in histamines" for consumers that suffer from red wine headaches. Communicating reduced histamines and tannins directly to the consumer is not required by EU law, thus this educational approach is a novel idea that may spread outside of Norway in the near future....

“Brew” is a new concept currently undergoing crowd funding in England that could potentially change the way consumers drink tea. Although tea is heavily consumed in the country, much of that consumption is done in-home with tea bags. Brew aims to create a pub-like environment that puts the tea front and center, looking at new methods to brew loose-leaf tea. Lots of brands claim to be number one… b...

On a recent conference call, SCA Group announced its intention to exit the diaper market in Brazil. The move seems well judged, as the company can now focus solely on the adult incontinence products – the fastest growing category in disposable hygiene products in Brazil.     Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust throu...

Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based research. Our claim validation service ensures your marketing messages are backed by real data. Stand out in a crowded market.  Visit euromonitor.com/claims to learn more.

PepsiCo recently released its earnings report, showing a massive strength in its snack food brands but a difficult second quarter performance for its beverages brands. Coca-Cola, on the other hand, will release its earnings report this week and does not have a snack foods brand to fall back on if weak performance arises. However, Coke has both a stronger market share and bigger business for its be...

Super premium foodservice operators, which include coffee shops and bakery cafes, are expanding internationally and looking to Japan to take that first step. Many of these operators are creating an artisanal spin on concepts that are tried and true, and Japan is a natural step in their business plans. The country has been offering expertly crafted food and beverages at low prices for years, includ...

Once only considered for its natural resources, Africa has become an economic driver since the global financial crisis. Sub-Saharan Africa is home to a young and growing population, a vibrant consumer market, and an increasing mobile connected population. Companies considering expansion to Sub-Saharan Africa need to be mindful of distribution challenges, the evolving African market and the lower d...

Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based research. Our claim validation service ensures your marketing messages are backed by real data. Stand out in a crowded market.  Visit euromonitor.com/claims to learn more.