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...
As the effects of the pandemic gradually waned and had little impact on consumers and their purchasing patterns in 2023, inflation and price increases took the lead as the main socioeconomic factors shaping demand for fresh food in Germany. Despite…
While not dramatically, retail volume sales of fruits in Germany declined in 2023. Economic factors such as rising prices and inflation are likely to have contributed to the decline; higher food costs and reduced purchasing power among consumers…
Retail demand for meat in Germany experienced another decline in 2023, influenced by several factors that reshaped dietary habits and consumer preferences, such as concerns about the health impacts associated with meat consumption, sustainability and…
Nuts in Germany, usually seen as a healthy and appetising snack, became increasingly expensive in 2023 because of rising inflation. This has impacted consumers’ food choices and how they spend their money. Since nuts are often considered a treat,…
In 2023, peas generally remained popular in Germany because they are deemed easy to use, have a mild taste, and are budget-friendly, which matters when prices are rising. Germans tend to eat peas in salads during the summer and in soups and stews in…
Starchy root consumption in Germany experienced another year of decline in 2023, reflecting market dynamics and dietary trends affecting the category. The evolving dietary habits of consumers in Germany were one of the factors influencing this shift.…
In 2023, retail volume sales of sugar in Germany ceased their declining trajectory and stagnated. Since the at-home baking trend peaked in 2020 and supported category growth following previous declines, 2023 witnessed sugar consumption levels…
Marking a notable shift in consumption patterns, retail demand for vegetables in Germany declined in 2023. Ongoing economic challenges and inflationary pressures remained an obstacle for many consumers when it came to purchasing fresh produce at the…
The pandemic brought particular challenges to away-from-home tissue and hygiene in Germany as businesses, restaurants and hospitality sectors were forced to remain closed and limited in terms of operating over an extended period. A tentative revival…
In 2023, value sales of menstrual care in Germany continued to grow, following a dynamic performance in 2022. Increased costs of raw materials and production added to the continued inflation felt throughout the year. Health and hygiene awareness has…
Although Germany’s birth rate marginally declined in 2023 after an increase in 2021, demand for nappies/diapers/pants continued to rise. However, value growth was considerably higher. 2022’s record-high inflation that led to higher average prices…
The demand for retail adult incontinence in Germany, comprising both light and moderate/heavy options, continued to grow in 2023. This growth trajectory can be attributed to factors that include an ageing population and the growing prevalence of…
Retail tissue in Germany continued to record a positive performance in 2023, with demand improving from the previous year, while value growth was slower compared to 2022, when it had reached double digits. Overall demand continued to be dominated by…
In 2023, rx/reimbursement adult incontinence in Germany continued to record positive value growth, particularly given the increased costs of products and the impact of a high inflation rate. Nevertheless, volume growth decreased marginally, in a…
In 2023, tissue and hygiene in Germany experienced a persistent increase in value following significant growth the previous year. This continued growth was mainly driven by the sustained rising costs of raw materials and production. Despite a lower…
Wipes in Germany have been enjoying popularity since the pandemic, given their hygiene efficiency and portability function. Despite the impact of the pandemic continuing to wane, hygiene habits persist in Germany, and wipes meet the needs of busy…
After a year of strong double-digit value growth in 2022 for apparel and footwear specialists in the UK, the channel maintained its positive trajectory in 2023 to outperform all other non-grocery retailers, except for leisure and personal goods…
In 2022, appliances and electronics specialists in the UK was the only non-grocery retail channel to experience a decline in sales. Due to the cost-of-living crisis and the squeeze on discretionary budgets, many consumers were forced to be…
Despite price increases as a result of inflation that continued to drive the local population to adopt more conscious spending patterns in 2023, convenience retailers in the UK maintained a positive trajectory during the year as proximity and…
Amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, local consumers turned to direct selling in the UK as a way to augment their household earnings. Data released by the UK’s Direct Selling Association (DSA) revealed a significant surge in the number of people…