Income and Expenditure

In 2023, the Czech Republic saw a significant decrease in both per capita disposable income and consumer expenditure, due to high inflation and a consequent decline in real GDP. Income inequality remains among the lowest in the region, owing to a…

In 2023, per capita disposable incomes increased in the Netherlands although at a slow pace as economic slowdown and persistent inflationary pressures constrained growth. Looking ahead, income distribution is expected to remain comparatively balanced…

In 2023, the Philippines ranked 13th among Asia Pacific countries in terms of average gross income, and saw a 3.7% rise in per capita disposable income over the year. Growth in incomes was supported by a lower unemployment rate and an increase in…

Inflationary pressures are expected to hinder real disposable income growth and diminish purchasing power in the near future. Nevertheless, the government is implementing measures to protect vulnerable households amidst the cost-of-living crisis.…

Incomes in the UAE remain among the highest in the region, supported by robust economic development, a favourable business environment, digitalisation, and government initiatives aimed at attracting investments and skilled labour. The middle-aged…

In 2023, the US held second position among developed nations in terms of average gross income. Over the year, per capita disposable incomes grew supported by accelerating economic growth, lower inflation and rising productivity. However, the country…

Insight into income, wealth and expenditure of consumers and households is vital in helping businesses make strategic decisions with regards to which country (or even which region within a country) to enter, which consumer segment to target, which…

Turkish consumer income is predicted to increase at a faster rate than in Western Europe over the period to 2027, although starting from lower initial levels. Middle-aged consumers are set to earn the most, due to better jobs and multiple income…

Insight into income, wealth and expenditure of consumers and households is vital in helping businesses make strategic decisions with regards to which country (or even which region within a country) to enter, which consumer segment to target, which…

In 2023, Uganda had the lowest average gross income in the Middle East and Africa but saw a 6.2% rise in per capita disposable income due to robust economic performance. Despite this, income inequality remained significant, with the top 10% of…

Incomes in the UAE remain among the highest in the region, supported by robust economic development, a favourable business environment, digitalisation, and government initiatives aimed at attracting investments and skilled labour. The middle-aged…

Insight into income, wealth and expenditure of consumers and households is vital in helping businesses make strategic decisions with regards to which country (or even which region within a country) to enter, which consumer segment to target, which…

Insight into income, wealth and expenditure of consumers and households is vital in helping businesses make strategic decisions with regards to which country (or even which region within a country) to enter, which consumer segment to target, which…

Insight into income, wealth and expenditure of consumers and households is vital in helping businesses make strategic decisions with regards to which country (or even which region within a country) to enter, which consumer segment to target, which…

Vietnam’s consumer income is expected to more than double by 2040, facilitated by robust economic growth. Purchasing power will be largely concentrated in the hands of younger generations. Generations Y and Z are expected to shape luxury-spending…

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…

Population expansion, a high birth rate, a large youth cohort and urbanisation continue to shape Indonesia’s demographic landscape. The cultural inclination to save and budget influences consumer spending patterns, while the expanding middle class…

Rapidly aging population and negative rate of natural change in Italy compensated by growing immigration and influx of refugees. Consumer trends and consumption patterns sparked by the pandemic are still observed in 2022, and consumers are…

By 2040, Japan's market will tilt toward elderly, childless households due to falling fertility rates and an aging populace, with Gen X reigning supreme. Despite a relatively low inflation rate, a quarter of Japanese consumers are driven by bargain…

Population expansion, higher birth rates, large youth cohort, migration and urbanisation continue to shape Malaysia’s demographic landscape. Cultural inclination to save and budget influence consumer spending patterns, while expanding middle class…