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Understand the key trends shaping demand and future opportunities across industries in Eastern Europe, with the latest regional and country-level analysis and market statistics.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered the most severe global recession since World War II. In Q4 2020, the end of the pandemic started as countries began administering effective vaccines among the population; however, vaccine distribution…
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in business models and consumer behaviour, as well as altering the ways and the geography many of us live, work, study and play. Understanding what changes will stick after the pandemic…
The briefing introduces the Cities Households Necessities Spending Index. The index ranks 1,075 cities by household expenditure on non-discretionary items, namely food, housing, and clothing and footwear. This analysis focuses on 160 major cities.…
This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…
The report examines key factors in supply chain risks in metals, energy and agricultural commodities. Production, market supply concentration and political risks analysis can help to better identify potential risks and prepare for potential…
Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…
This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. In 2023, global inflation is expected to ease from its peak in 2022, but remaining significantly above-trend. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market are…
Sales of consumer electronics were negatively impacted as consumers cut down on discretionary purchases as prices of electronics products escalated despite the economic uncertainties.
Consumers are facing increased pressure from rising prices as global inflation reaches 7% in 2023. The impact of higher costs of living is felt from top earners in developed markets to struggling households in emerging and developing countries.…
The global economy is facing weaker growth and increasing fragmentation, as a result of rising geopolitical tensions, especially due to the war in Ukraine and the US-China strategic rivalry. Protectionism, industrial policy and a focus on resilience…
In the upcoming years, consumers and businesses face an array of challenges, with rising income inequality being among the key ones. Nevertheless, addressing the income inequality through catering to the Bottom of the Pyramid and the Middle Class…
Technological advances in 2024 will continue to reshape consumer behaviour. This annual report explores the top five digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this report’s edition…
Consumer demand for computers and peripherals in Hungary continues to weaken in 2024. The most important factor negatively impacting volume sales is the ongoing cost pressures on consumers, especially during the first half of 2024. Although inflation…
It is expected to be a negative picture for computer and peripherals in Poland in 2024, with volume sales decline for the third year in a row. Though inflation is easing, consumers are still price sensitive. In addition, with many consumers having…
It is expected to be a negative picture for computer and peripherals in Romania in 2024, with significant volume decline. Though inflation is easing, consumers are still price sensitive. As such, there is increased demand for refurbished computers or…
Although the economy and the demand for computers and peripherals remain subdued in the Czech Republic, shipments have increased in the last quarter of 2023 and the first quarter of 2024, slowing the pace of year-over-year declines and suggesting the…
In 2024, computers and peripherals registered growth in both volume and current value terms in Ukraine, with a notable surge in demand for portable products. This trend can be attributed to the circumstances of martial law, which have necessitated…
The economic situation in Hungary is marked by higher interest rates and lower inflation in 2024, although price increases still remain prevalent in consumer electronics. Consumers are under pressure to prioritise essential products needed for…
After two years of volume decline, the picture is expected to be more positive for consumer electronics in Poland in 2024, with volume sales rising slightly. Economic indicators are improving and inflation is also easing. As such, constant value…
After two years of volume decline, the picture is expected to be more positive for consumer electronics in Romania in 2024, with volume sales unchanged. Economic indicators are improving and inflation is also easing. As such, constant value sales are…