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.
Street stalls/kiosks in Singapore are expected to be affected by the local government’s increasing focus on health and wellness. Singapore has been exploring potential regulatory measures aimed at lowering the sodium content in food since September…
Street stalls/kiosks returned to growth in current value terms in Hong Kong in 2023, with transaction volumes and outlet numbers also rising. Street stalls/kiosks in Hong Kong have become synonymous with local delicacies, offering a wide range of…
Catering for budget-conscious consumers in Singapore amid the uncertain economic situation reflects a strategic response to the evolving needs and preferences of the self-service cafeteria customer base. In Singapore, IKEA has long been synonymous…
Self-service cafeterias in Hong Kong experienced significant declines in transaction volumes and current value sales in 2023, largely due to the decreasing number of outlets for one of the main players, Marugame Seimen. However, the channel did…
Retail tissue saw continued growth in both volume terms and current value terms in 2023. This trend was supported better economic conditions, combined with enhanced hygiene concerns as a result of the recent pandemic. The category is dominated by…
Retail adult incontinence in the Philippines recorded healthy growth in both volume and current value terms in 2023, continuing the trend of the previous year. This was supported by improved economic conditions and a corresponding rise in disposable…
Personal accessories experienced remarkable current value growth in India in 2023, building on its recovery from the challenges of the pandemic period. With a notable resurgence in travel activities and a renewed focus on personal style, the industry…
Retail sales of nappies/diapers/pants in the Philippines saw positive growth in current value terms in 2023, continuing the trend of the previous year. However, this was attributable to a large extent to inflationary pressures, as manufacturers,…
Menstrual care in the Philippines enjoyed an improved performance in current value terms in 2023. Growth was supported by an increase in consumer mobility, including the return of women to their physical workplaces,
Post-pandemic, limited-service restaurants in Singapore have witnessed significant shifts in both on-site and off-site ordering methods, driven by shifting consumer preferences, safety concerns, and technological advancements. To prioritise safety…