Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Thailand. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
With the revival of pre-pandemic lifestyles in 2023, including the return of individuals to their physical workplaces and social activities, many Thais looked to shed the excess weight they had gained during the pandemic. This helped to drive strong…
Health-conscious consumers in Thailand are increasingly opting for plant-based cooking ingredients and meals, further driving the shift towards plant-based diets. Plant-based ready meals is an emerging niche in Thailand but perceived as a lighter and…
Despite rising prices, retail sales of coffee saw modest volume growth in 2023, continuing the trend of the previous year. While many consumers struggled with the rising cost of living, amid a slower than expected economic recovery, there nonetheless…
At the beginning of 2023, the Thai government launched the Shop Dee Mee Khuen (Shop and Pay tax deductions program) allowing a personal income tax deduction of up to THB40,000. This programme covers a variety of goods and services such as fuel, food…
Thailand’s economic performance in 2023 is improving as the pandemic effects subside and private consumption rebounds. Other positive factors include the surge in Thai and foreign travellers, as well as improvements in the service sector, which is…
In recent years, sustainability has become an increasingly important theme across apparel and footwear in Thailand. When it comes to menswear, more players are seeking to distinguish themselves through the use of sustainable concepts in terms of…
Most categories within apparel accessories are reporting double-digit growth in current value terms in 2023, with the one exception being “other” apparel accessories. This growth has been supported by the ongoing recovery in domestic and…
In 2023, luxury goods in Thailand continued to see an impressive recovery from the declines it recorded during the pandemic. This resurgence can be attributed to both the increase in spending among local consumers as well as the return of…
Lodging in Thailand continued to bounce back in 2023, with the number of room nights in hotels exceeding pre-pandemic levels. This buoyancy of demand allowed certain hotels to raise their room prices, as they were confident about attracting more…
Apparel and footwear in Thailand continues on the path to recovery in 2023, albeit sales have not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels in current value terms. Even though the country continues to record COVID-19 cases, Thai consumers have learnt to…