Portugal

Pasta in Portugal is currently facing challenges due to inflation and the war in Ukraine. These factors have led to escalated raw material costs, notably cereals, and increased production expenses such as energy and packaging. The war's impact is…

In recent years, the consumption of shelf stable beans in Portugal has seen a significant upturn, a trend largely attributed to the pandemic. The prolonged shelf life of these products offered consumers a sense of security during uncertain times,…

Retail sales of dairy products and alternatives in Portugal saw modest growth in volume terms in 2023, a slight improvement over the previous year. While inflationary pressures, driven by surging energy and food prices, receded slightly, demand was…

Over the review period, there was a growing trend amongst Portuguese consumers to follow healthier lifestyles. They have been focused on self-improvement, including adopting healthier and more balanced diets, decreasing their alcohol consumption, and…

Home audio and cinema remained a declining category in 2023, as the growing popularity of advanced and multifunctional alternatives, such as smartphones, wireless speakers, tablets and even smart TVs, weighed heavily on demand. The rising popularity…