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.
Supermarkets saw moderate growth in current value terms in China in 2023. Consumer confidence is yet to pick up significantly in China, as economic uncertainty lingers in the country. Many supermarkets are also struggling with quality control,…
Tissue and hygiene navigated a complex landscape in South Korea in 2023, shaped by key macro variables. Inflation, which was a global phenomenon, strongly impacted the industry. Rising raw materials costs squeezed profit margins and forced…
After a year of minimal current value growth in 2022, when consumers limited their trips outside the home due to COVID-19 outbreaks, vending saw a strong increase in its growth rate in China in 2023. A double-digit rise was seen in value sales –…
In the dynamic landscape of wipes in South Korea, eco-friendly and biodegradable wipes are experiencing consistent growth. As environmental consciousness continues to gain prominence amongst consumers, there has been a notable and sustained uptick in…
Cafés/bars in Thailand registered buoyant growth in current value terms in 2023. Growth was driven by the revival of normal pre-pandemic lifestyles, including the return of consumers to their physical workspaces and more regular contact with family…
In response to the revival of eat-in dining, foodservice players resumed their outlet expansion strategies in 2023. As in the previous year, retail was the most dynamic location in terms of growth in number of outlets, as operators looked to…
Consumer foodservice in Thailand registered a buoyant performance in 2023, with current value sales exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Growth was driven by the revival of normal lifestyle patterns, including the return of consumers to their physical…
Full-service restaurants in Thailand registered healthy growth in current value terms in 2023, alongside the strengthening of the economy. The revival of international tourism also had a positive impact on footfall and revenue within these…
Limited-service restaurants in Thailand experienced buoyant growth in current value terms in 2023, with current value sales exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Growth was driven largely by the revival of inbound tourism, following the lifting of all…
Self-service cafeterias is a relatively niche category in Thailand, with Ikano (Thailand) Co Ltd being the only player. During 2023, the company registered healthy growth in current value terms, thanks to the revival of normal shopping behaviour in…