Africa

In 2024, other dairy’s growth rate in current value terms is higher than in volume terms due to the surge in inflation caused by the economic downturn in Algeria. The high pricing of category products hampers growth in 2024, as price-sensitive…

Cow’s milk continues to dominate volume and value sales of drinking milk products in Algeria, with fresh milk accounting for the bulk of sales over shelf-stable milk in 2024. This dominance is attributed to the affordability of fresh milk, which is…

Dairy products and alternatives are set to record slower performance in 2024 compared to 2023. The ongoing Algerian economic crisis has severely impacted inflation rates, leading to reduced consumer spending power. As a result of this economic…

In 2024, retail value sales of cheese in Algeria look set to record substantial growth. However, this growth is largely driven by inflationary pressures. The ongoing economic crisis continues to drive surging inflation and the devaluation of the…

Despite its unhealthy and unnatural image, retail volume sales of margarine continue to account for the highest share within butter and spreads in Algeria due to its affordability. In 2024, retail volume sales of margarine and spreads continue to…

Retail volume sales growth of baby food in Algeria has slowed slightly in 2024 due to increasing consumer price sensitivity. Indeed, due to surging inflation and declining purchasing power, a growing number of Algerian mothers tend to give family…

Technological 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…

There is an intriguing dichotomy at play in dairy products and alternatives in Middle East and Africa, with value for money particularly important for many consumers given the current inflationary environment. At the same time, particularly among…

The briefing examines how the milk commodity performs globally and in the largest countries in terms of supply and production. The report also provides data and analysis on milk price dynamics, as well as trends across key commodity consuming…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries in Q4 2023 and 2024. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence remains among the key economies. Higher volatility in the energy markets and disruption of…

In 2023, the dairy industry has overcome the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nevertheless, it now faces a new set of challenges, such as inflation. Consequently, various dairy product categories have experienced price increases, leading…

Ethiopia is experiencing a growing demand for dairy products. However, as a developing country, a large part of the residents do not have access to dairy products. While the industry has recovered from the pandemic in 2023, it now faces a fresh set…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. In 2023, global inflation is expected to ease from its peak in 2022, but remaining significantly above-trend. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market are…

Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

The briefing introduces the Cities Households Necessities Spending Index. The index ranks 1,075 cities by household expenditure on non-discretionary items, namely food, housing, and clothing and footwear. This analysis focuses on 160 major cities.…

Interest in plant-based eating and alternative proteins in the Middle East and Africa had been steadily rising pre-pandemic and was further accelerated by consumers looking at healthier options. The Middle East and Africa has the lowest per capita…

Food security has always been on the agenda of governments as a long-term goal, but recent challenges have escalated its priority even in countries that have been historically regarded as food secure. Private and government sectors have joined forces…

The next billion consumers represent new growth opportunities worth trillions of dollars in consumer spending across the globe. However, the next billion consumers are not a monolithic cohort, as they vary hugely from market to market. In order to…

As consumers prepare fewer meals overall, while demanding more assistance for the ones they do, spending and brand equity will accrue to those companies providing fresh prepared meals on demand, from delivery aggregators to retailers, restaurant…