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...
An overall decline is expected in volume sales of microwaves in 2023. This is the result of expected declines for both built-in and freestanding microwaves. Of the two, built-in microwaves is set to see the stronger volume decline in 2023, given that…
NRT smoking cessation aids saw a return to volume growth in 2023 with current value sales also gaining pace. Smoking prevalence is on the decline in Switzerland, albeit slowly, despite anti-smoking campaigns aimed at raising awareness of the health…
Value sales of paediatric consumer health remains positive in 2023. Swiss parents prefer to consult with their health practitioner when it comes to their children, and seek help from professionals before resorting to medical recommendations that lead…
Personal care appliances is expected to see a marginal overall decline in retail volume terms in 2023. Body shavers, electric facial cleansers, and hair care appliances are all anticipated to experience sales declines in 2023. Body shavers intended…
The fast pace of modern life in Greece is forcing consumers to look for quick and easy meal solutions. As a result, the demand for frozen fries is on the increase, driving sales of frozen processed potatoes. Frozen fries are a quick cooking option…
In recent years, the consumption of shelf stable beans in Portugal has seen a significant upturn, a trend largely attributed to the pandemic. The prolonged shelf life of these products offered consumers a sense of security during uncertain times,…
Over 2023, retail volume sales of processed fruit and vegetables are projected to witness stagnation, due to multiple factors. Rising product prices, heavy pressure on purchasing power and the increasing popularity of ready meals as alternatives…
As meat prices continued to increase in 2023, processed red meat prices also rose. However, as a relatively cheap option to fresh meat, chilled and frozen processed red meat continued to see demand grow. Meanwhile, companies reduced their portion…
Processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat in Portugal is currently grappling with the impact of significantly increased energy and raw material costs, some of which have doubled. The situation has severely affected category members, leading to…
In 2023, retail volume sales of processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat remained in decline due to inflationary pressures. Since 2022, increases in the cost of raw materials, shipping costs, labour wages and energy have led to substantial…