Euromonitor Podcasts

Chinese parents concerned about  multiple milk formula scandals  and product recalls from local brands are looking to source their infants' nutrition elsewhere. This has led to rapid growth in imported brands from Australia and other nearby regional markets as well as an active grey market. Listen to the podcast for complete insights.   Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prov...

This podcast discussed how to determine if a country's business environment is improving, which countries are seeing improvement in 2015 and the factors motivating this change in each market. While emerging markets are the obvious choice when companies consider expansion, neither should developed markets be excluded from consideration. Listen for complete insights.   Lots of brands claim to b...

Target Corp  has recently announced the closure of its stores in Canada, after less than 2 years in operation. Svetlana Uduslivaia, senior analyst at Euromonitor International, discusses reasons for the retailer's poor performance in Canada, from general macro-trends to the retailer's lack of clear strategies in a highly developed marketplace in the country.   Lots of brands claim to be...

  In 2015, the world's cities will see rising urban populations, witness an economic slowdown in Asia, and be subjected to persistently weak growth in the Eurozone.  In fact, in 2015, the global urban population is forecast to expand by as much as 77 million people. This podcast discuses the impact these trends will have on the world's major  urban economies . Lots of brands claim to be...

  In November 2014, global food commodities prices rose for the first time in seven months while oil prices continued to fall. Listen to this podcast for insight into trends driving prices of soy, grains, salmon and other food categories as well as how fracking is motivating changes in oil prices. Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help b...

We will see huge growth in  mobile internet subscribers  in emerging economies in 2015. Global mobile internet penetration rate will break the 1/3 barrier this year. 2015 will be a record year for communications spend in emerging economies. Additionally, the global e-commerce market will reach a total value of US$1 trillion this year.  Listen to the podcast for complete insights.   Lots of brands...

世界第 3 位の規模を誇る日本の飲料パッケージ市場全体は、 2014 年僅かながらも増加しました。国内飲料パッケージ市場では飲料缶の需要が最も高いものの、飲料缶から他の飲料容器へのシフトが進んでいます。飲料パッケージ市場のトレンドにはそのほか、環境に配慮したサスティナブル容器の開発や小容量サイズへのシフトが見られました。ユーロモニターインターナショナルのリサーチアナリスト本間彩子が日本の飲料パッケージ市場...

Japan’s packaging volume sales of beverages are expected to rise marginally for 2014.  While metal beverage cans continue to dominate the pack type within beverages, there continues to be a shift towards other pack types such as PET bottles and metal bottles. 2014 saw a variety of trends as manufacturers increased  environmentally-friendly packaging as well as expanded on the variety of smaller pa...

Strategies for successful variety stores in Asia Pacific vary from in-store aesthetics and pricing structure to localisation and seasonality of product offerings. Strategies differ across distinct markets and consumer bases in the region; listen to the podcast for complete insights.   Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build t...

The Portuguese have shown an interest in Angolan culture and music. Now, Cuca is counting on Portuguese millennial consumers' interest in craft beers to launch its  Angolan lager  in the country. Listen to the podcast for complete insights.   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....

Exports of Nickel Ore were banned in Indonesia at the beginning of 2014, cutting off almost 18 percent of supply for the global market. Somewhat surprisingly, this ban actually led to a drop in nickel prices due to market preparation for the ban. Euromonitor expects prices of nickel ore to recover next year amid a proposed ban of nickel exports from The Philippines.   Lots of brands claim to be nu...

Norge har verdens høyeste forbruk av konjakk per innbygger. Men konjakkens vekstpotensiale påvirkes av yngre generasjoners forbruksmønstre og vekst i kategorier som whisky(ey) og øl fra mikrobryggerier. Lytt til hele podcasten her for å få den fullstendige analysen av utviklingen i denne bransjen. Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help b...

Norway is the largest consumer of cognac per capita  in the world. However, cognac growth is being impacted by youth consumption trends and growth in whiskey and craft beers.  Listen to the full podcast for complete insights into this dynamic market.   Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based resea...

Understanding why consumers are using paper payments is key to converting spending to alternative payment methods. This conversion boosts efficiency though cutting the cost of cash payments, increasing financial transparency. This podcast discusses the cost of shadow cash economies, the financial policy score card, financial services in emerging economies and more insights from the  Converting Pap...

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  Chinese online shoppers  spent an estimated US$9 billion on Singles Day this year. This is the single largest amount spent on any shopping holiday anywhere in the world. Though transportation is one of the fastest growing services globally, Uber is leading the crest of the technological disruption of traditional business models, forcing conflict between the sharing economy, local governments and...

There is a strong correlation between adult literacy and income levels, which limits consumer discretionary spending. In 2013, adult literacy rates in emerging markets stood at 81.4% of the population aged 15 and over.  In some markets, this remains a significant obstacle in attracting foreign direct investment.   Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor Interna...

Globally, the largest yoghurt brand is Activia, owned by  Danone . This podcast discusses growth trends and strategies for Activia as well as other regional and global yoghurt brands.   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 a...

  Japan ,  the US  and  China  are by far the largest yoghurt markets globally both because of population size and because yoghurt is already part of the diet. This podcast examines growth in these markets and others across product type innovations, affordability and consumer diet trends. Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands bui...

December shopping trends and forecasts vary from region to region due to differing consumer cultural and economic circumstances.  Globally, though, retailers will aim to further unify their online and offline shopping experiences and take advantage of 24-hour buying dates. Listen to the full podcast for complete insights into consumer intentions in each major economic region.   Lots of brands clai...

In observance of Movember, our beauty and personal care research team is focusing on men's grooming this month and had the opportunity to interview executives at three influential brands in the industry: David Hildrew of Bluebeard's Revenge, Michael Dubin of The Dollar Shave Club and Will King of King of Shaves.  This podcast outlines the major trends that emerged from these interviews....

In contrast to the global population growth trend are a significant number of countries, including major economies, where populations are declining. This presents challenges for the labour market, government finances and policy. The key to succeed in these markets is if companies can identify the opportunities and adapt their offerings to the demographic shifts. Lots of brands claim to be number o...

  Vegetable and seed oil makes up the largest segment of  the Brazilian oils and fats market . This podcast discusses industry trends, new product launches, business opportunities and predictions for the market. 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...

High fibre foods help lower cholesterol, reduce the risk of heart disease, assist in digestion and regulate weight. Fresh fruits and vegetables are natuarally high in fibre, but many recently launched packaged foods and beverages are capitalizing on this nutrition trend by adding fibre as an ingredient. Listen to the podcast for complete insights.   Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can t...

Social media, as a segment, is highly reliant on being on-trend with the target demographic and younger users in developed markets are gravitating toward anonymous social platforms. These platforms, while popular, struggle with revenue generation due to the anonymity they hawk to attract users.  Additionally, India has emerged as a particularly attractive market for international internet companie...