Slovenia

Laundry care emerges as one of the fastest-growing categories in home care, propelled by the increasingly busy and active lifestyles of consumers, leading to more soiled clothing. Fabric softeners witness significant growth within laundry care,…

Inflation is a driving force behind the growth of air care products in value terms in Slovenia. With rising unit prices, consumers are adopting a more cautious approach to their spending habits, leading to a decline in volume sales. Although…

Hot drinks in Slovenia enjoyed steady volume growth in 2023, despite the upward pressure on prices as inflation remained above normal levels. Coffee is the not only the largest category in hot drinks, but it is experiencing a surge in popularity in…

In 2023, spirits emerged as the fastest-growing category in alcoholic drinks in Slovenia, driven largely by the growing premiumisation trend. This trend heightened demand for craft spirits, as consumers sought premium drinks for a more sophisticated…

Sun care in Slovenia had a favourable year in 2023 supported by warm weather for the majority of the summer and improvements in the tourism sector. Croatia remains a popular summer destination for Slovenians, but there has been a visible improvement…

Wipes experienced growth both in volume and value terms in Slovenia in 2023, with deodorant wipes emerging as one of the fastest-growing subcategories. This growth is primarily attributed to increased hygiene awareness among consumers, coupled with a…

Although Slovenia has been beset by political instability and corruption remains an issue, its economic freedom is one of the best in Eastern Europe. However, the economy is slowing, as inflation is elevated, whilst its highly open nature exposes its…

The sport drinks category is growing well in Slovenia, due to the growing importance of sports and fitness activities in Slovenia. Many individuals are now focused on being active while being more educated on the benefits that sports drinks offer.…

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, health awareness among consumers has heightened in Slovenia. This has driven growth in the tea landscape in Slovenia, with green tea, and herbal teas, being fast-developing area. Continuing this trend, in 2023,…

In 2023, spirits emerged as one of the fastest-growing categories in alcoholic drinks in Slovenia. This surge in consumption is primarily driven by the perceived quality and association with status and sophistication. Rum and gin, in particular, have…

In 2023, cider emerged as the fastest-growing category of alcoholic drinks in Slovenia. Its increasing popularity can be attributed to the well-known health benefits of its ingredients and the high number of apples produced locally. Consumers are…

Deodorants in Slovenia made strong progress in 2023 as consumers adapted back to their busy pre-pandemic lifestyles. Locals returned to going out, with youth trying to make up for lost time during the COVID-19 pandemic, which took away some of their…

Colour cosmetics in Slovenia was relatively unaffected by the high rate of inflation and unit price growth in 2023, as in the previous year. Consumers turned to luxury items to help them feel better in their skin, including make-up products. Despite…

Automated dishwashing tablets emerge as the fastest-growing subcategory in dishwashing, driven by their pre-measured portions and user-friendly nature. The convenience they offer aligns well with the hectic lifestyles of consumers. Compared to liquid…

Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverages are the second fastest-growing category in Slovenia, trailing only behind cider/perry. The primary factor driving this growth is convenience. RTDs offer an easy and quick way to enjoy a drink without the need for mixing…

In 2023, the overall consumption of beer in Slovenia continued its decline as consumers increasingly shifted towards spirits, particularly gin and rum, which have become popular as social and luxury beverages. This trend is bolstered by a growing…

Inflationary pressures are propelling the growth of polishes sales in Slovenia, primarily driven by increased unit prices. With consumers becoming more cautious about their spending, they are opting for cheaper alternatives, such as ordinary cleaning…

RTD coffee is growing steadily in Slovenia fuelled by the convenience trend and the rising popularity of on-the-go beverages. Slovenia’s coffee culture is also a driving force with consumers also shifting towards instant coffee and the use of coffee…

The decline in sales of traditional cigarettes was noticeable across the country in 2023, driven mostly by increased health awareness and the introduction of alternative tobacco products, but also due to financial pressures. Consumers are turning…

The oral care category continued to see positive growth in Slovenia in 2023, with consumers switching to cheaper products. Private label gained significant ground in oral care during 2023 as the rising cost of living in Slovenia forced many consumers…