Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, sp...
Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, specialist knowledge and a comprehensive breakdown of key market data. Our research identifies key strategic themes relevant across the region, while also providing a more granular unders...
Retail volume sales of sleep aids saw a modest decline in Sweden in 2023, in contrast to the buoyant pattern of growth seen during the earlier years of the review period. The rate of growth was particularly high during the pandemic, when high levels…
Value sales of premium and luxury cars rose by 23% to total TRY137.7 billion in 2023 as a result of elevated demand from higher-income consumers, exhibiting resilience in the face of macroeconomic challenges. Demand for premium and luxury cars is…
The United Kingdom’s (UK) political landscape has been volatile, whilst Brexit continues to weigh on economic freedom. Owing to high inflation that has eroded consumer purchasing power and business investment, economic output is set to slow markedly,…
Although the tax burden is increasing, the Netherlands continues to enjoy significant economic freedom and solid state finances. High prices have negatively impacted economic momentum, but inflation is falling and unemployment is low. The quality of…
Switzerland is one of the world’s most democratic countries, with extensive economic freedom and strong state finances. Although inflation is under control, economic growth is set to slow further. Consumer market appeal continues to be supported by…
Personal luxury retail value sales increased by 80% in 2023, to reach TRY35.5 billion, supported by growth recorded by leading brand providers, such as Beymen Magazacilik AS, Vakko Satis Magazalari AS, and LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Turkiye.…
Paediatric consumer health remains a minor part of total consumer health in Sweden. The key reasons for this low share include the fact that children are usually treated with general products (suitable for adults and children) with the appropriate…
With only around one in 16 Swedes claiming to smoke, there is a limited potential consumer base for NRT smoking cessation aids compared with other categories, such as analgesics, cough, cold and allergies (hay fever) remedies, and wound care, which…
Retail value sales of luxury goods in Turkey went up by 36% in 2023 in current terms, to stand at TRY223.9 billion. Growth in sales was fuelled by several factors during the post-lockdown period. One significant driver was a desire amongst affluent…
In 2023, Turkey continues to see the opening of new hotels, in line with accelerating tourism flows in the country. The luxury format is expected to register the highest number of new hotel outlets, due to investments from both existing and new…