Writing Instruments in South Africa

The decrease in consumer disposable income as a consequence of the subdued economic situation resulted in a decline in consumer spending. This affected writing instruments in South Africa in that demand was kept at more or less the basic functional requirements and spending is kept at a bare minimum. Consumers also resorted to trading down and looking out for cheaper products in their attempts to reduce spending.

Euromonitor International's Writing Instrumentsin South Africa report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data (2008-2012), allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market – be they new product developments, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts to 2017 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Product coverage: Colouring, Markers and Highlighters, Pencils, Pens, Writing Accessories.

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

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