Philippines

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…

In 2023, traditional family structures dominated in the Philippines, but a shift towards smaller families and lower birth rates was evident, influenced by urbanisation and improved access to education and healthcare. By 2028, the number of households…

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Despite inflationary pressures, demand for wine in the Philippines continued to grow in 2023. On-trade volumes grew at a faster rate than their off-trade counterparts, with sales edging closer towards pre-pandemic levels.

Volume sales of spirits in the Philippines registered positive growth in 2023. This was within the context of a gradually improving economy, which had a positive impact on disposable incomes. Gin and rum remained the most important product areas in…

Following a three-year period of decline, RTDs registered positive growth in volume terms in 2023, with sales increasingly in both off-trade and the on-trade channels. Spirit-based RTDs saw especially strong growth in on-trade outlets, bolstered by…

Cider/perry, which is a niche market in the Philippines, continued to see modest, albeit positive growth in volume terms in 2023. The category competes closely with other alcoholic drinks, such as beer and RTDs, which have a more established…

Thanks to the improving economic conditions and a flourishing labour market, the market for beer in the Philippines continued to expand in both volume and current value terms in 2023 . The revitalisation of on-trade spending also emerged as a key…

Alcoholic drinks in the Philippines continued to see healthy growth in volume terms in 2023. This was within the context of a gradually improving economy, which had a positive impact on consumer spending. Indeed, the country finished with year with a…

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Tobacco in the Philippines saw overall growth fall in both volume and current value terms in 2023, driven in large part the persistent downfall of cigarettes, which continued to decline while cigars and cigarillos enjoyed stable demand within a niche…

Smokeless tobacco, e-vapour products and heated tobacco in the Philippines benefited from regulatory efforts in 2023. Thanks to the proliferation of legislation that oversees production and sale of vapour products, e-vapour products and heated…

In 2023 in the Philippines, cigars, cigarillos and smoking tobacco was spared the hindrances that beset cigarettes, benefitting from its products’ positioning as niche and appealing to a loyal consumer audience. Cigars Local consumers who gravitate…

Cigarette sales in the Philippines continued to see deep declines in both volume and current value terms in 2023, in a trend that is accelerating in 2024 as manufacturers struggle to generate domestic demand through retail. Beyond the inflationary…

Homewares saw current value growth in the Philippines in 2023. During the year, there was a notable increase in demand for homewares products made from metal. This stemmed from multiple factors. Firstly, there was a robust demand for stainless steel…

Home improvement saw double-digit current value growth in the Philippines in 2023. During the year, decorative paint witnessed notable growth due to several key factors. Firstly, the booming real estate sector directly fuelled demand for home paint,…

Home furnishings saw an increase in current value sales in the Philippines in 2023. Hybrid work models have surged in popularity in the Philippines, driven by a strong preference amongst Filipino workers for flexible arrangements. This shift, with…

The home and garden industry in the Philippines experienced growth in 2023, despite inflationary pressures, as there was an increase in disposable income and higher employment rates. This provided consumers with more spending power, driving demand…

Gardening saw current value growth in the Philippines in 2023. The surge in the popularity of pots and planters during the year can be attributed to the growing demand for potted plants, which has influenced consumer behaviour significantly. Firstly,…