Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape i...
Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape industry demand throughout Asia-Pacific, with local insight, market statistics and analysis ranging from strategic regional overview to in-depth coverage by country or city.
Home and garden in Indonesia saw stronger sales in 2023 compared to 2022, as the category continues to normalise after the atypical spikes and falls caused by the event of the pandemic. Whilst the periods of lockdown inspired consumers to invest in…
Home and garden in India demonstrated resilience and growth in current value terms in 2023, buoyed by various factors which drove increased consumer spending on such products. With rising disposable incomes and a surge in real estate investments,…
Following considerable expansion of 6.4% in 2021, annual real GDP in Hong Kong shrank by 3.5% over 2022. The city's economic environment deteriorated during the year, due to a combination of factors, including a fifth wave of COVID-19 and sluggish…
After a year of decline in 2022, home and garden in China witnessed low current value growth in 2023, fuelled by increasing urbanisation, rising disposable incomes, and a growing middle-class with a penchant for home improvement and lifestyle…
Gardening saw current value growth in the Philippines in 2023. The surge in the popularity of pots and planters during the year can be attributed to the growing demand for potted plants, which has influenced consumer behaviour significantly. Firstly,…
Gardening was the most dynamic product area in Thailand 2023, with most categories exceeding overall market growth in current value terms. Many people took up gardening during the COVID-19 crisis, when outdoor spaces became something of a sanctuary…
Gardening remained a popular recreational activity in Taiwan in 2023, as more people recognised its therapeutic benefits, including reducing stress and anxiety and enhancing mood. However, with the country facing a shortage of outdoor space in urban…
Gardening in South Korea witnessed a slight current value decline in 2023, although many categories maintained solid growth. For instance, gardening equipment experienced increasing sales, due to the rising popularity of gardening as a recreational…
In 2023, gardening in Singapore sustained solid current value growth, albeit slightly lower than seen the previous year, as people remained cautious due to inflationary pressures. Despite this, sustained growth was observed due to the emergence of…
Gardening in Malaysia saw steady growth in current value terms in 2023, primarily driven by urbanisation, the developing DIY culture, and evolving consumer preferences. For instance, rapid urbanisation led to a rise in apartment living with limited…