Standardised coverage of household profiles, home ownership, faci...
Standardised coverage of household profiles, home ownership, facilities and the possession of durables helping you to understand the household landscape globally.
Over the period to 2040, the US is set to see an increase in childless households, due to a low birth rate and an ageing population. Increased immigration and rising incomes are expected to drive economic growth and consumption. The US will remain…
In 2023, single person households were the most common household type in the US, driven by younger generations prioritising education and career, and an ageing population. The urbanisation rate reached 81.2%, largely due to individuals seeking better…
Generation Z, comprising one-fifth of the global population, is poised to wield significant consumer influence. However, their polarized behaviours toward social activism, technology, and spending present challenges for businesses. This report…
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…
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…
The number of households is set to increase moderately in Canada over 2022-2027, with single person households remaining the leading household type. In 2022, household spending was affected by inflation, which stood at 6.8%, increasing living costs.…
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…
Population expansion, higher birth rates, a large youth cohort, and urbanisation continue to shape India’s demographic landscape. Stronger economic performance and growing incomes influence Indian consumption patterns with more people having a…
In the upcoming years, consumers and businesses face an array of challenges, with income inequality, mass migration and rising uncertainty about another crisis being among the major ones. Nevertheless, within this lie untapped opportunities. This…
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.…