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...
Due to higher energy prices, rising inflation, and a sharp rise in the cost of living Italian consumers have been looking at minimising their expenditure in many ways. This more conservative approach to spending has had a negative impact on overall…
Climate activism is strong within France, reflected in consumers purchasing decisions, with many climate activists willing to pay more for sustainable products. As such, aligning initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and providing locally sourced…
Over half of consumers in the Netherlands try to have a positive impact on the planet, shaping sustainable purchasing decisions. This leads to over 50% of consumers reducing food waste and plastic use, while locally sourced recyclable goods would be…
In 2023, another hot summer again benefited sales of cooling fans, although not to the same extent as in the previous year due the to the category’s higher level of penetration. Cooling fans saw value sales grow more slowly than volumes in 2023…
Burgeoning demand for comprehensive air treatment solutions was being seen in Germany in 2023. As awareness about airborne diseases grew, so did the importance of maintaining pristine indoor air quality. With many Germans adopting flexible work…
Retail volume sales of coffee in the Netherlands are set to contract for a third consecutive year in 2023. This is partly attributable to the easing of the pandemic and the ending of associated restrictions, in that consumers are now spending more…
The consumer appliances market in France witnessed decline in 2023, as it was negatively impacted by a combination of factors. Rising inflation on food products and other goods, along with increased energy prices and a slowdown in the real estate…
In 2023, the German consumer appliances industry was navigating through a complex landscape, showing varying developments across different categories. Major and small appliances have each faced their own unique set of challenges and opportunities.…
Dishwashers saw volume sales fall in 2023 due to lower levels of dynamism in the real estate market, as these are products that usually get bought when consumers are acquiring a new home. Another factor that has adversely affected volume sales is the…
A key trend in dishwashers in Germany in 2023 was the marked reduction in upgrade purchases. This was largely down to the prevailing economic conditions, with inflationary pressures being felt across most consumer goods categories. This dampened…