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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.
Sales of personal accessories are expected to show continued signs of recovery in the market in 2023, despite factors hindering growth, such as local political uncertainty, higher household debt, high rates of inflation, and higher consumer…
Spirits saw a rise in volume sales in Thailand in 2023. Thailand's vibrant hospitality and tourism industry makes a significant contribution to the consumption of spirits in the country. Tourist destinations, such as Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai,…
The home improvement market in Thailand saw relatively slower growth in current value terms in 2023, when compared the previous year. As discretionary spending shifted to outside the home, in line with the return to busier, pre-pandemic lifestyles,…
Pet care in Thailand continues to experience solid growth, albeit against a backdrop of inflationary pressures that is contributing to an ongoing increase in retail prices. As consumer trends evolve towards treating pets as cherished family members,…
The increasing preference for cat ownership over dogs is reshaping the dynamics of pet food, particularly for cat food in Thailand. As cats require less food and medication compared to dogs, the demand for cat food is rising steadily as the cat…
In 2023 growth in fragrances in Thailand was supported by the continued return to pre-pandemic lifestyles in terms of work, study and socialising outside the home. This increased interaction with others helped to push demand for fragrances in both…
Wipes experienced a notable upswing in demand in 2023 driven by the versatility of these products, particularly in the context of their convenience for use while on the move but also at home. This increase in demand is reflective of evolving consumer…
Toilet care presented an intriguing narrative in 2023, with the retail volume and current value growth rates experiencing an upward trajectory from the previous year. This growth, however, was juxtaposed against the nuanced dynamics of a niche…
The unit prices of starchy roots increased significantly throughout 2022 and 2023 due to constant rises in the costs of production and unfavourable weather conditions throughout the year. Like other fresh food categories, the farming and production…
Sales of soft drinks saw healthy growth in volume terms in 2023, continuing the trend of the previous year. This was due partly to improved economic conditions, which had a positive impact on consumer spending. The ongoing recovery of inbound tourism…
With tap water being undrinkable in Thailand, bottled water is cheap and widely available throughout the country. During 2023, the category saw dynamic growth in off-trade volume terms as an increasingly health conscious population reduced their…
Retail volume sales of mobile phones in Thailand will see a decline in 2024, albeit at a much slower rate than the previous year. The latter was due a worldwide shortage of semiconductor chips, which began prior to the pandemic and which had a…
Home video in Thailand is expected to post modest volume growth in 2024, driven primarily by the ascent of OLED TVs, although LCD TVs will also see a positive performance. Video players, continue to suffer from diminished demand as global streaming…
Beer saw volume sales increase in Thailand in 2023. On-trade is considered an important distribution channel for beer in the Thai market. Many brand-sponsored events such as concerts and festivals are held to generate awareness and sales, though this…
Alcoholic drinks saw volume sales rise in Thailand in 2023. Beer and imported spirits registered a dynamic year, while wine saw growth in the number of imports and cider/perry remained a niche segment. Tourism was a key influence on the development…
The market for cigarettes in Thailand exhibited a decline in volume terms in 2023, albeit at a slower rate than in 2022. Besides the impact of ongoing economic uncertainty, performance continued to be negatively affected by the impact of excise tax…
Spectacles in Thailand is benefiting from consumers’ habits and lifestyles in 2024, with persistent digitalisation and hybrid work arraignments supporting sales as people spend more time in front of screens. Spectacles are regarded as essential by…
The homewares market in Thailand continued to see positive growth in current value terms in 2023, with cookware and kitchen utensils leading the way. Traditional Thai cookware such as bamboo cookware, saw a particular increase in demand, indicating a…
Gardening was the most dynamic product area in Thailand 2023, with most categories exceeding overall market growth in current value terms. Many people took up gardening during the COVID-19 crisis, when outdoor spaces became something of a sanctuary…
Demand for eyewear in Thailand continues to recover in 2024. Though the market remains somewhat hindered by economic uncertainty and cautious spending behaviour amid economic uncertainty, eased restrictions have pushed a fuller return to pre-pandemic…