India

In the wake of the pandemic, a number of factors have helped maintain an ongoing interest in home cooking, after the boost to this trend driven by COVID-19 restrictions. Hybrid work modes have become widespread in India, seeing consumers continuing…

In line with increasing at-home entertainment options, the frequency of snacking and consuming small meals has increased, thereby benefiting sauces, dips and condiments in India. According to Euromonitor International’s Voice of the Consumer:…

With production of USD967 billion, Asia Pacific was the largest rubber and plastic producer globally in 2020. Regional production of rubber and plastic products remains highly concentrated in China, Japan and South Korea. Over 2021-2030, Asia Pacific…

During 2022, India continued to witness a growing preference for low-calorie alcoholic beverages, as well as those with a lower alcohol content. This was driven by growing levels of health-consciousness and changing lifestyles post-COVID-19.…

With the waning impact of the pandemic, off-trade sales of RTD tea in India have been increasing due to the drink’s convenient on-the-go nature. Hindustan Unilever dominates demand for still RTD tea, with a nationwide presence primarily driven by its…

Despite its already high base, rice, pasta and noodles in India saw dynamic double-digit retail volume and current value growth in 2023, with strong increases across all categories. With increasing digital penetration, the usage of OTT platforms such…

In 2023, retail tissue continued to experience double-digit retail volume and current value growth in India, on the basis of changing hygiene practices, increasing consumer awareness, and habit persistence. Traditionally, cloth rags and fabric were…

The retail industry showed dynamic current value growth in India in 2023, driven by conducive macroeconomic factors, as well as the full return of mobility and travel after the end of the pandemic. The strong performance in 2023 can be attributed to…

Retail e-commerce maintained dynamic current value growth in India in 2023, with double-digit growth seen across all categories. In particular, quick commerce has gained popularity for packaged food, and daily essentials such as home care products,…

In 2023, retail adult incontinence saw another year of high single-digit retail volume and current value growth in India, primarily due to the nation’s ageing population and lifestyle-associated health problems. The pandemic and resultant lockdowns…

Following a year of healthy growth in 2022, the demand for refrigeration appliances slowed in 2023 due to inflationary pressures and unfavourable weather conditions. Sporadic rain during the summer months disrupted sales for cooling products such as…

With a turnover of USD365.8 billion in 2021, Asia Pacific was the world’s second largest region for recreation, entertainment and arts. Over the next decade, the region’s entertainment industry is poised to grow at the fastest rate, nearly closing…

The Pune in India report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration, wealth…

In India, pulses is set to maintain solid total volume growth in 2023, with increases across all categories. Pulses continue to feature prominently in a wide array of traditional dishes in the country, ranging from dals (lentil soups) to curries.…

Processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat maintained dynamic growth in India in both retail volume and current value terms in 2023. Tofu and derivatives saw the strongest value growth in 2023. Increasing numbers of consumers are gravitating…

With busy lives in India’s urban centres, consumers are increasingly looking for convenient and time-saving packaged food products. While Indians traditionally consumed fresh meat, rapid urbanisation and less free time to spend cooking have been…

Frozen processed potatoes saw one of the strongest growth rates in processed fruit and vegetables in terms of packaging volumes in India in 2023. These are increasingly popular as a snacking option in the country. Exposure to limited-service…

Processed fruit and vegetables saw solid retail volume growth and double-digit current value growth in India in 2023. The per capita consumption of processed fruit and vegetables remained low in India in 2023, as fresh fruit and vegetables continue…

India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, with a large young population. Its rising GDP per capita is fuelling the growth of the economy. Real GDP in India continued to expand in 2022, recording 7% growth, outperforming the average…

Value sales of premium and luxury cars fell by 7% to INR245.9 billion in 2023. While supplies have improved, there is still a massive order backlog, with the waiting period for most luxury models stretching from two to 10 months. In addition, while…

Pre-paid card transactions witnessed healthy double-digit growth in transaction volumes over 2021-2022. However, in 2023, the category witnessed a decline in volume of transactions as consumers became increasingly inclined to choose alternative…