Western Europe

A continued fall in retail volume sales was noted in 2023, following a spike in sales noted during home seclusion and COVID-19. In addition, following the lifting of restrictions, household spending priorities have shifted away from appliances to…

During the height of the pandemic, consumers were seen to be stuffing their homes with a wide range of food preparation appliances. With foodservice operations disrupted many consumers looked to recreate their favourite dishes at home. Furthermore,…

The prices of most products in food preparation appliances were subjected to hikes, driven by rising inflation, and an uplift in costs for transportation and manufacturing in 2022. While transport and shipping costs were beginning to normalise, price…

Germany, with its rich tapestry of cultures influenced by both its history and modern migration, showcases a culinary landscape as diverse as its population. This multicultural demographic, further buoyed by travel enthusiasts, international cuisine…

Food processors continued to suffer in 2023 as volume sales saw further decline after the substantial fall in volumes witnessed in the previous year. This decrease in sales occurred in a market where penetration was high before the COVID-19 crisis…

Food preparation appliances witnessed a strong increase in retail volume sales during the pandemic years, but this was followed by a sharp downward trend in 2022. With so many households having invested during the pandemic, there was less immediate…

Demand for food preparation appliances significantly fell in 2023 for the second year in a row. Growth was impacted by the high demand seen during COVID-19 when consumers spent more time cooking at home and investing in food preparation appliances.…

Fish and seafood is traditionally considered one of the more expensive protein options in the UK, and this perception is taking a toll on volume sales. As the cost-of-living crisis persists, local consumers are seeking ways to stretch their budgets,…

The retail consumption of fish and seafood continued to decline in 2023, albeit at a slightly slower pace than in the previous two years. This decline was primarily due to reduced purchasing power leading to an increased focus on essential goods and…

In 2023, the consumption of fresh fish continued to grow in terms of volume. There are several reasons behind this trend. Prominent amongst these is the health and wellness trend, with more and more people becoming aware of the beneficial effects of…