Singapore

2020 saw strong growth in sauces, dressings and condiments packaging as demand for many of these products spiked due to the huge shift towards preparing meals from scratch at home, rather than dining out in consumer foodservice outlets. The harsh…

Unit prices of savoury snacks, in particular salty snacks, have continued to increase in 2023. This is being driven by steep increases in production costs due to escalating palm oil prices after Indonesia’s export ban, and is expected to result in a…

Catering for budget-conscious consumers in Singapore amid the uncertain economic situation reflects a strategic response to the evolving needs and preferences of the self-service cafeteria customer base. In Singapore, IKEA has long been synonymous…

After a few years of decline, Singapore’s population will expand in 2023-2040 due to positive net migration, while natural increase will contribute up to 2033. Ageing will be a key demographic shift up to 2040 as the 80+ cohorts expand rapidly,…

Ageing, migration and generational shifts are shaping Singapore’s demographic landscape. Economic turbulence has led to more people adopting cautious consumption patterns and budgeting. The number of seniors is projected to increase substantially by…

In Singapore, skin care saw continued current value growth in 2023, with facial care remaining the largest category and the primary growth driver. Growth was underpinned by several factors, including escalating concerns regarding beauty, health, and…

The pandemic brought about a lot of interest in the topic of immunity in the consumer health industry. Many pharmaceutical companies, including the renowned French company Sanofi, have started establishing vaccine facilities to combat future…

In 2023, retail volume growth of small cooking appliances in Singapore continues to slow, although frequent discounting and promotional activities are supporting the category’s overall positive performance. In addition, the completion of new housing…

“Mama shops”, which are small local grocers in Singapore typically located within older and mature residential estates, used to be the cornerstone of grocery retailers in the local market. Such a traditional retail format used to thrive on the…

Smokeless tobacco, e-vapour products, and heated tobacco are banned in Singapore. Under the Control of Sale of Tobacco Products in Singapore, the sale, usage, and promotion of tobacco alternative products such as e-vapour products and heated tobacco…