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Southeast Asia is a fast growing region, with it's population set to exceed 700 million in less than 10 years. Urbanisation and female involvement in the household in the region is leading to the purchases of consumer appliances such as automatic and semi-automatic washing machines. Southeast Asia is also experiencing a growing middle class and rising income levels; and as a result of this, c...

Ikea catches up to the urban living trend with the launch of its new store and design studio in Manhattan. The move signals the growing need for homeware and home furnishing retailers to embrace an extensive business model that is omni-channel and oriented to Millennials. In an age where both digital and real-world experiences are valued, the Swedish brand is serving highly curated assortments and...

根据欧睿国际的数据展示，在2018年中国整个乳制品行业的零售额规模达到了3800亿。其中，酸奶是乳制品品类当中增速最大的。 本期欧睿播客节目，将通过市场趋势分析，为大家总结侧重消化健康的产品将有哪些机遇点。 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 marketin...

Video gaming has come a long way from the humble arcades in the 1980s to the industry giant it is today. Mobile gaming is a segment that is continuing to see larger growth ever since the advent of the smartphone. Globally, mobile gaming will generate over US $33 billion in incremental sales over 2018 to 2023, supported by continued growth in mobile devices, convenience and affordability. The expan...

Digital assistants have spread beyond the smartphones and smart speakers that made them mainstream. Smart watches, automobiles and even kitchen appliances are already integrating digital assistants. As digital assistants integrate into more devices, Americans will grow increasingly comfortable with them.  Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, w...

Healthy beverages are gaining more and more interest worldwide, and Eastern Europe is no exception. Increasing bottled water consumption in the area can be looked at as a step towards healthier drinking options. While water gives consumers a guilt-free feeling, it lacks the color and flavor of other soft drinks. Therefore, there is a demand for other options such as fortified/functional, plant bas...

Apparel and footwear in Japan has been continuing to struggle, and retailers have been introducing new concepts in order to gain momentum. For instance, Fast Retailing opened a concept shop GU STYLE STUDIO in 2018, where consumers can create their own avatar to try on clothes. Another company, Zozo Inc, is a disruptor in the apparel market. Its main business is Zozotown, an e-commerce site dedicat...

In the Middle East, there are three trends emerging in the apparel and footwear market. First, regional retail groups are still leading in the area due to the introduction of innovative fashion concepts. Secondly, internet retailing is continuing to prevail in the region. Third, consumers are still drawn to fashion that is modest yet has an international appeal. These three trends will contribute...

With London fashion week coming to a close, the news broke that Karl Lagerfeld, head of Chanel and Fendi had passed away at age 85. Lagerfeld's fashion persona remained a stark antithesis to fashion desingers today. While athleisure continues to grow as a trend, Lagerfeld was famously quoted saying "Sweatpants are a sign of defeat. You lost control of your life so you bought some sweatpa...

Although soft drink sales in Sub-Saharan Africa keep up with larger markets such as North America and Western Europe, individual consumption rates are much lower. This is mainly due to the diversity of the region in both population and disposable income. Going forward, the rising middle class in the region will stimulate growth of soft drinks. Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they pr...

Fashion remains one of the most dynamic and lucrative industries on the planet. Global Apparel and footwear accelerated growth in 2018, pushing overall industry revenue to $1.8 trillion US dollars, up by 4.6% from the previous year. It is set to become a $2 trillion business by 2023. Unsurprisingly, Nike and Adidas lead comfortably, not just in the sportswear rankings, but in Apparel and Footwear...

Apparel and footwear is an industry that is constantly evolving, changing and growing. With 17% of sales completed online last year, this $1.7 trillion industry is set for more innovations in the forthcoming years. Interestingly, Australia is a huge contributor to this growth as it is the third largest region in terms of per capita spending on apparel and footwear. Euromonitor examines the megatre...

The launch of the Tampax Cup by Procter & Gamble in 2018 signals the first entry of a global disposable fem care manufacturer into the reusable products domain. While fitting with the company’s key strategic initiatives, the launch can also provide an additional boost to sales of reusable cups. However, it will require further work on the part of the company to raise product awareness, and acq...

Urban consumers in India are moving towards brands that can connect with them by understanding their shopping attitudes. Concepts such as transparency, simplicity and healthy lifestyles are resonating with consumers in the country. These new values are driving sales of beauty and personal care products in India.         Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor I...

Over the past few years a number of fintech companies have left a considerable impression on consumer payments and financial services. These companies have provided a value proposition to consumers that emphasises simplicity and transparency that has resulted in greater competitive segmentation for financial services. Additionally, fintech has been able to increase access to financial services to...

Both Korean and Japanese beauty trends are entering the mainstream. However, there are some contrasts between the two products. As K-Beauty products tend to have high functionality, they tend to take a shorter time from development to launch than J-Beauty products. On the other hand, J-Beauty products have a wide, regional coverage and significant market presence, while K-Beauty products are relat...

The Coca-Cola Company’s US$5.1 billion acquisition of UK coffee shop chain Costa Coffee is bold departure for the company, marking an ambitious push into both hot coffee and into directly operating away-from-home brands. In this podcast, Michael Schaefer, Euromonitor International’s Global Lead for Food & Beverage, discusses Coca-Cola’s motivations, implications for the broader drinks industry...

In Sub-Saharan Africa, the market for mass beauty and personal care products is bigger than the premium market and registering strong growth. A lot of international premium brands have a presence in countries such as Angola, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia, Nigeria and Ghana to name a few, although their product offering might be  limited relative to more developed markets. Consumers in these mark...

Consumers’ need to look beautiful in the long run has led to the prominence of the megatrend ‘healthy living’ in the region of Middle East & Africa. This important shift in the search for products and brands is the result of a new consumer attitude that a holistic approach is needed to be beautiful and healthy. The catalyst for this in the region is the rise in availability or natural, organic...

Natural ingredients are already a mainstream idea, especially when it comes to healthy diets. A more holistic approach is also being seen in beauty and personal care as a growing number of products are now containing healthy ingredients that are commonly used in the food industry. This rejection of beauty products that contain potentially harmful ingredients like sulfates, surfactants, parabens, s...

China’s government is investing into the growth of hockey’s popularity in the country with the 2022 Beijing Olympics right around the corner. However, the stance of National Hockey League (NHL) remains uncertain in the country due to its decision not to let its players participate in the PyeongChang Olympics in 2018. Missing out on another Olympics could negatively affect the NHL’s overall appeal...

Across the North American beverage industry, there are a variety of similar trends between the US and Canada. However, there are also facets to each economy that result in a greater penetration of a certain category in one or the other. In this podcast, Euromonitor uncovers market drivers that are more apparent in either the US or the Canadian drinks market. Lots of brands claim to be number one…...

The $40 billion footwear market in Latin America has been struggling since 2014 due to economic and political turmoil in Argentina, Brazil and Venezuela. However, the market is finally starting to recover. Growth is expected to average 3 percent combined between 2018 and 2022. Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it? At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust thr...

The global retail packaged food market is showing steady value growth in constant terms. At the same time, consumers are becoming more cautious, savvy and skeptical. Not only is it easy to check reviews of food products online, but there is a growing health and environmental awareness surrounding food and food production. Likewise, people are busier and on-the-go more than ever. Catering to these...

Custom skin care is a strong trend that has picked up momentum in India over the last two years. With growing beauty concerns, especially among the younger and working population, consumers are no longer happy with a one-size-fits-all solution. Beauty specialist retailers and department stores are two major channels that will witness a high level of consumers wanting custom skin care products. The...