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.
The Malaysian market for microwaves saw a decline in retail volume sales in 2023, continuing from 2022’s dip that followed a period of growth from 2019 to 2021. The decline is partly due to a reduced need for new or replacement microwaves after a…
Large cooking appliances in Malaysia, after experiencing a decline during the pandemic due to economic contractions and increased home seclusion, began to show signs of recovery in 2021. Although the pandemic led to reduced disposable incomes and a…
Juice continued to show positive volume growth in 2023 thanks to slowed unit price growth and the popularity of juice drinks. Juice drinks are more affordable than 100% juice or nectars, and they are generally perceived to be less sugary drinks that…
Post-pandemic the demand for home laundry appliances has been declining in Malaysia, following a pandemic-era trend of increased investment in such products amid a notable shift towards enhancing home comfort. With travel and holiday plans curtailed,…
The market for food preparation appliances in Malaysia saw a slight dip in terms of overall volume sales in 2023, following positive trends established in previous years. The fall was curbed by a sustained interest in cooking at home, particularly…
Energy drinks remained the most dynamic area in soft drinks; however, growth has slowed in 2023 due to gradual market saturation and media coverage of the potential health risks associated with these drinks. Furthermore, there has been increased…
Demand for dishwashers in Malaysia has been heavily influenced by the reduced presence of expatriates, who traditionally constituted a significant customer segment for this appliance. The adoption of remote working policies by businesses, both local…
The lifting of restrictions in 2022 has reshaped the Malaysian consumer landscape, with local consumers no longer confined to their homes. The newfound freedom has boosted spending in sectors such as tourism and food service, detracting from consumer…
Concentrates is not a popular drink in Kazakhstan, with limited and stagnant value sales in 2023. Powder concentrates dominate and consumption is mainly supported by baby boomers who associate powder concentrates with communist times and in…
Carbonates continued to experience volume growth in 2023, maintaining its steady upward trend. Growth can be attributed to several factors, including population expansion, especially among the younger demographic, increased per capita consumption due…