Switzerland

Overall, toys and games in Switzerland continued to see positive, if slower, retail current value growth in 2023. Traditional toys and games witnessed a strong decline in retail current value sales, although this was offset by further fast growth for…

Amidst rising prices and living costs, Swiss consumers are prioritising essentials and in-home activities, leading to a slight uptick in demand for homewares sales in 2023. Known for enjoying socialising over meals and cherishing family time, they…

Retail value sales of home improvement fell in 2023. Moreover, in Switzerland, fitted carpets have long been unpopular and considered cheap due to their association with nail strip installation. However, unlike the contraction experienced in the…

Barbecuing has become an integral part of Switzerland's outdoor leisure culture, particularly following the pandemic. With people spending more time outdoors, the popularity of barbecues surged in 2023 seeing growth. Whether by the lake or atop a…

In 2023, the home and garden market in Switzerland experienced a slight decline as the country faced macroeconomic issues such as inflation, an economic slowdown, rising interest rates, and global conflicts, which collectively led to a cautious…