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...
The market for mobile phones in Spain is expected to see a more stable performance in retail volume terms in 2024, following a significant decline throughout the previous year. This will be attributable largely to improved general economic…
Although Italy has achieved some political stability, its economic freedom has lessened, as reforms elude it and state finances remain stressed. Economic performance is due to be subdued, but inflation has fallen markedly, and the economy and export…
Instability continues to blight politics in Spain and protests are gripping tourist hotspots, but the budget deficit is narrowing. Economic performance will outshine peers and inflation has fallen significantly, but reliance on key trading partners…
Portable players is only facing a small volume slump in Italy in 2024, thanks to the success of wireless speakers which achieves small positive volume sales. While some subcategories in portable players are becoming increasingly outdated, the growing…
The ongoing popularity of wireless speakers helped to drive positive overall category performance in both volume and current value terms in Portugal in 2024. The subcategory offers a wide range of options with good sound quality at competitive…
The market for portable players in Spain is set to see modest growth in retail volume terms in 2024, driven exclusively by wireless speakers. Advancements in technology have enhanced the functionality and appeal of wireless speakers, making them an…
Between 2021 and 2022, closed system single use in Germany gained significant growth. This, however, has also led to increasing attention from regulators. First and foremost, the EU’s Battery Directive is already having an impact as industry players…
Retail volume sales of cigarettes in Germany continued to decline in 2023, partly due to the steady decrease in smoking prevalence, notably among young adults. While cigarette consumption is constantly declining, it remains on a relatively high level…
Wearable electronics remains in a volume slump in Italy in 2024, although sales are improved compared to 2023 and expected to head back into positive figures over the coming years. Smart wearables is the best performer, with an ongoing focus on…
Sales of wearable electronics in Portugal recovered in 2024, driven by promotional activities, new product launches and price reductions due to the introduction of new models. This resurgence was also fuelled by a growing interest in health and…