Germany

Starchy root consumption in Germany experienced another year of decline in 2023, reflecting market dynamics and dietary trends affecting the category. The evolving dietary habits of consumers in Germany were one of the factors influencing this shift.…

In 2023, credit cards in Germany witnessed a nuanced recovery characterised by a notable and consistent increase in transaction volume and value. As the nation emerged from pandemic-induced restrictions, industries such as travel and dining -…

Health concerns are exerting a significant influence on demand for sweet spreads in Germany as consumers increasingly seek options that align with their wellbeing goals. This shift is characterised by demand for healthier ingredients, reduced sugar…

The so-called “traffic-light” coalition is attempting to revolutionise Germany’s drug policy. The current plan to legalise cannabis is, however, a rather cautious approach to that. Yet, the debate has shown how much cannabis is already part of many…

Reduced sugar cola and non-cola carbonates are at the forefront of growth within carbonates in Germany. While regular carbonates is set to see an off-trade volume decline in 2023, reduced sugar carbonates is expected to maintain a static performance,…

The spectre of inflation has been casting its shadow over tea in 2023, significantly shaping consumer preferences and purchasing decisions. As inflation drives up the cost of everyday essentials, including tea, local consumers are making thoughtful…

RTDs in Germany continued to record strong total volume growth in 2023, despite a slowdown following the double-digit growth witnessed the previous year. The category’s performance was mainly driven by the rising popularity of spirit-based RTDs. The…

Off-trade volume sales of cider/perry in Germany recorded solid growth in 2023, as the category continued to attract new consumers by being increasingly considered an alternative to beer. The wide offer of fruit-flavoured cider/perry has helped to…

Skin care saw healthy value growth in Germany in 2023, supported by high prices and premiumisation, while volume sales are inching closer towards positive sales compared to the previous year. Overall, the self-care and wellness trend remains strong,…

Oral care saw small value and volume growth in Germany in 2023, supported by baseline demand for daily oral hygiene products. Toothpaste is strongly supported in this sense in a volume capacity, while tooth whiteners was seeing the strongest value…

Fragrances enjoyed healthy value and volume sales in Germany in 2023, with premium fragrances slightly outperforming mass fragrances. As seen across other beauty and personal care categories, the post-pandemic landscape and various health and…

In 2023, gardening in Germany witnessed declining current value sales, with high inflation and a decline in GDP growth discouraging consumers from making discretionary purchases. Product categories with longer replacement cycles, such as gardening…

As temperatures in Germany rose in 2023, there was a noticeable increase in flying insects such as bumblebees and hornets in comparison to previous years. This surge in insect activity prompted demand for home insecticides, not only among households,…

Bleach in Germany, despite its effective disinfecting properties, has fallen out of favour with the majority of local consumers due to its perception as a strong chemical. As a result, volume sales of bleach have been declining. This shift in…

In 2023, retail in Germany displayed resilience amid challenging economic conditions, with varying performances across different channels. While inflationary pressures continued to influence consumer spending patterns, a gradual stabilisation in the…

The economic slowdown in 2023 somewhat undermined the performance of hypermarkets in Germany, as the format is highly dependent on non-grocery purchases often considered by consumers as discretionary spending. This adds to the longer-term challenges…

In 2023, value sales of menstrual care in Germany continued to grow, following a dynamic performance in 2022. Increased costs of raw materials and production added to the continued inflation felt throughout the year. Health and hygiene awareness has…

In 2023, peas generally remained popular in Germany because they are deemed easy to use, have a mild taste, and are budget-friendly, which matters when prices are rising. Germans tend to eat peas in salads during the summer and in soups and stews in…

After 2022 saw double-digit growth in jewellery sales in Germany, 2023 showed signs of a slowdown. Among the drivers that led to a revival in the jewellery industry in 2022 were a renewed sense of freedom to socialise and enjoy life after two years…

Whilst economic freedom is substantial, the individual tax burden is elevated and far-right factions are gaining ground. Inflation is falling, joblessness is low, and foreign firms are investing, but the economy is struggling to perform. Although…