Germany

Sunglasses in Germany is expected to record the third strongest current value growth rate across the whole of eyewear in 2024. After the pandemic-related decline in 2020, the category has been continuously recording positive retail current value…

Spectacles in Germany is expected to maintain retail volume and current value growth in 2024. The category has rebounded from the impact of the pandemic, returning to standard growth rates and drivers. Despite high inflation, trade sources noted that…

Eyewear in Germany is expected to display positive retail current value growth in 2024, mainly boosted by rising unit prices. A focus on materials and quality, customisation, and personalisation, are all boosting value sales through premiumisation,…

Although the incidence of vision health problems is increasing, retail volume and current value sales of contact lenses in Germany are expected to decrease in 2024. The ongoing uncertain socioeconomic context continues to dampen potential sales due…

Video games in Germany continued to record positive growth in 2023 as the trend for gaming remained prevalent, ensuring value sales remained significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels. The category has acquired a huge number of gamers in Germany,…