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.
In Singapore, skin care saw continued current value growth in 2023, with facial care remaining the largest category and the primary growth driver. Growth was underpinned by several factors, including escalating concerns regarding beauty, health, and…
The lifting of COVID-19 restrictions has had a significant impact on the city, leading to a resumption of foot traffic and an increase in tourist flows. As a result, there has been a noticeable rise in impulse beverage purchases, particularly among…
RTD coffee in Hong Kong regained growth momentum in 2023 to fully recover in off-trade volume terms to pre-pandemic levels. Its performance was driven by several key factors that aligned with changing consumer behaviour and economic conditions. With…
In Singapore, premium beauty and personal care maintained solid current value growth in 2023, with premium fragrances and premium skin care standing out as the primary drivers of actual value growth, and remaining the largest categories overall. This…
Oral care continued to see double-digit current value growth in Singapore in 2023. One of the factors that contributed to this was increasing consumer awareness of the importance of oral health for overall wellbeing, stemming from increased hygiene…
Men’s grooming saw stable solid current value growth in Singapore in 2023, driven by a shifting cultural landscape where men are placing greater importance on their physical appearance. As societal norms evolve and perceptions of masculinity change,…
In Singapore, mass beauty and personal care experienced growth in 2023, with solid performances observed across various product categories. With consumers adopting a more conscientious approach to their expenditure and seeking value-driven options,…
Since the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in late 2022, juice in Hong Kong has demonstrated a steady recovery. However, unlike other soft drinks categories, juice has not benefited as much from the resumption of tourist flows and increased foot…
Hair care registered another year of solid current value growth in Singapore in 2023, driven by several key factors influencing consumer behaviour and market dynamics. Growing awareness amongst individuals about the importance of hair health and…
In 2023, fragrances in Singapore experienced significant growth in both retail volume and current value terms, surpassing the pre-COVID-19 levels, seen in 2019. With the resurgence of activities outside the home, such as work, school, and travel,…