Market research on the eyewear industry. Our reports feature a we...
Market research on the eyewear industry. Our reports feature a wealth of standardised and cross-comparable statistics including total market sizes, market share and share data, distribution and industry trends.
Demand for sunglasses in South Africa was already declining prior to the pandemic. Following the steep drop in volume sales in 2020 due to lockdowns and lack of mobility, demand continues to gradually fall as South Africa’s economy struggles, forcing…
Sunglasses in Taiwan is witnessing double-digit growth in 2024, as sunglasses are not only considered fashion accessories but are also practical and functional. Consumer awareness of the detrimental effects of sunlight on eye health is widespread in…
In 2023, sales of sunglasses in South Korea soared in current value terms, seeing a double-digit increase, reflecting a significant upward trend that is expected to accelerate in 2024. This impressive growth can be attributed to a variety of factors,…
With high inflation weakening purchasing power among the population, volume growth for sunglasses in Romania in 2024 looks set to be slower than in 2023. The category continues to perform reasonably well overall in this regard, however, in part…
Sunglasses in India is set to witness a significant surge in current value sales in 2024, primarily fuelled by the increasing number of outdoor events and the increase in travel, as well as the growing popularity of sunglasses for fashion reasons.…
Due to the return of post-pandemic socialising and outdoor activities, volume sales of sunglasses in Hong Kong continue to rise. The increasing awareness of eye health makes consumers more aware of the importance of wearing sunglasses while outdoors.…
After a year of exceptional double-digit volume and current value growth in 2023, sunglasses in Singapore is set to see notable declines by both measures in 2024, given the replacement rate of sunglasses. With such high demand in 2023, most people…
Sunglasses in Japan is set to see double-digit volume and current value growth in 2024. Sunglasses used to have a scary image in Japan, as they were historically commonly associated with the Japanese mafia (yakuza), or villains portrayed in films.…
Following the relaxation of pandemic-related restrictions, sunglasses in the US showed signs of recovery in 2021, and surpassed the pre-pandemic (2019) level of current value sales in 2022. This resurgence was fuelled by a return to outdoor…
The market for sunglasses in the Philippines is expected to see dynamic growth in current value terms in 2024, continuing the trend of the previous year. This will be in the context of gradually improving economic conditions, which will encourage…
The sales of sunglasses in the Netherlands continue to thrive, benefiting from their positioning not only as essential protective accessories but also as fashion complements. With a heightened awareness of the dangers of UV light and an increasing…
Sunglasses in Thailand is continuing to recover in 2024, with positive growth in both volume and current value sales. More brands are interested in entering the local market and both chained and independent retailers are investing in expansion and…
Having exceeded 2019 retail volume and current value sales for the first time in 2023, sunglasses in Spain continues to recover from the slump caused by the exigencies of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Sunglasses is projected to see the fastest…
Sunglasses continue to exhibit robust growth in eyewear in Poland in 2024, albeit at a slightly slower pace compared to the previous year. Despite economic challenges stemming from the cost-of-living crisis, the category remains one of the…
Concerns around eye health in the post-pandemic era has increased, and hand in hand with this concern, there is a growing awareness of the effects of the sun’s UV rays on visual health. In response, demand for sunglasses saw significant growth in…
Demand for sunglasses in Malaysian remains strong in 2024, with more consumers willing to invest in purchasing new products. This is partly thanks to the resurgence of international travel and increasingly active lifestyles. The revival of…
Sunglasses is set to see strong current value growth in Indonesia in 2024. The sunglasses category has performed well in the latter part of the review period, even though its volume growth has slowed following the rapid recovery in the immediate wake…
The performance of sunglasses is heavily influenced by the weather in France as well as tourism trends. In 2022, sales of sunglasses peaked due to high temperatures throughout the summer and the strong revival of national and international tourism in…
Sunglasses in China is anticipated to continue growing in current value terms in 2024, albeit under the influence of market conditions, and it is not expected that sales will return to the level seen in 2021. Nevertheless, there are positive…
Sunglasses in Canada resumed value growth in the first months of 2024 after experiencing a decline in 2023. This decline was primarily attributed to a normalisation of sales following a robust travel-induced recovery in 2022. Additionally, consumers…