Brazil

While in Brazil, the number of debit cards in circulation still surpasses that of credit cards, the latter is experiencing a more rapid growth trajectory. This surge in credit card usage is fuelled by the increasing digitisation of financial services…

In May 2023, the World Health Organization declared the end of the global health emergency for COVID-19, in a scenario which led to the easing of health barriers and social distancing measures, both domestically and internationally. Alongside this…

Dairy products and alternatives with health and wellness claims have benefited from greater consumer interest in certain specific attributes provided by such products. One of the most significant health and wellness trends in dairy products and…

Cigars in Brazil saw a double-digit retail volume decline in 2023, which can be attributed to consumers shifting their purchases to international markets. With the resurgence of international travel from 2022, Brazilian producers faced increased…

Appliances and electronics specialists saw current value growth in Brazil in 2023, finally recovering to the pre-pandemic level of sales. One positive factor was the higher temperatures driving sales of air treatment products. However, the channel…