Germany

Following a long-term trend, retail volume sales of cigarettes in Germany continued to decline in 2023, partly due to the steady decrease in smoking prevalence, notably among young adults. According to the Federal Center for Health Education (BZgA),…

A contrast between the volume sales declines of 2023 and the solid value sales performance of cigars and cigarillos in Germany was partly due to the continued shift towards premiumisation. This trend benefited value sales of cigars, notably through…

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…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries in Q4 2023 and 2024. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence remains among the key economies. Higher volatility in the energy markets and disruption of…