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Vending in Germany
As tobacco generates the vast majority of vending sales in Germany, the evolution of the channel is closely related to overall demand for cigarettes. Despite a modest temporary boost in sales of cigarettes in 2024, largely in anticipation of the introduction of higher taxes in 2025, the channel expe ... Read More
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Canada in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Canada is predicted to decline by 16.4%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 48.0 million citizens by 2040. The birth rate in Canada is anticipated to fall. Mid-Lifers (aged 45-64) will represent the largest portion of the population by 2040. ... Read More
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Appliances and Electronics Specialists in Germany
In 2024, value sales of appliances and electronics specialists in Germany continued to decline as consumers persisted with their tendency to limit their purchases to essentials because of ongoing unstable economic circumstances, especially regarding consumer appliances and electronics. Sales tend to ... Read More
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Toilet Care in Germany
Toilet care in Germany experienced some volume and value decline in Germany in 2024, mainly due to the maturity of the category. Despite the overall weak performance, rim liquids and toilet liquids/foam were more dynamic during the year as they remained popular with local consumers. In response, pla ... Read More
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Home Products Specialists in Germany
Despite a second consecutive year of value sales decline in 2024, sales through home improvement and gardening stores in Germany remained higher than pre-pandemic levels. In addition, the rate of decline was slower than the previous year, and less severe compared to homewares and home furnishing sto ... Read More
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Venezuela in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Venezuela is predicted to decline by 6.7%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 30.4 million citizens by 2040. Venezuela’s birth rate is expected to fall between 2024 and 2040. Demographic changes, economic conditions and social trends are all ... Read More
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Dishwashing in Germany
Dishwashing in Germany performed well in 2024, with promotions continuing to dominate sales patterns. Local consumers remained highly responsive to attractive discounts, helping to support a rebound in volume sales. Although dishwashing products are considered essential, Germans have been reducing t ... Read More
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Polishes in Germany
Despite a further decline in demand, value sales of polishes Germany continued to rise in 2024, driven by increasing unit prices. Floor polish was the most dynamic performer, although this was due to it recording the highest unit price increase during the year, while volume sales declined by a faste ... Read More
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Convenience Retailers in Germany
Despite a solid performance, convenience retailers in Germany recorded slower growth in 2024. This was driven by a return to a more stable trading environment following the high growth witnessed in 2022 and 2023 due to a post-pandemic rebound, alongside the historically high single-digit inflation, ... Read More
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Laundry Care in Germany
Laundry care in Germany continued to perform well in 2024, with both retail volume and value sales rising. Local consumers increasingly opted for high-quality, multifunctional products that offered superior cleaning, fabric care and stain removal in a single solution. In particular, liquid tablet de ... Read More
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Surface Care in Germany
Surface care in Germany recorded further current value growth in 2024, supported by rising unit prices as a result of new product development. Local consumers are increasingly attracted to innovative formulations and unique fragrances that enhance the cleaning experience and help differentiate produ ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Germany
After experiencing post-pandemic growth during the previous two years, apparel and footwear specialists in Germany recorded value sales decline in 2024, forcing many retailers to close or scale back underperforming stores. This decline reflected the broader cost of living pressures due to persistent ... Read More
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Switzerland in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Switzerland is predicted to decline by 4.1%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 9.3 million citizens by 2040. The birth rate in Switzerland is anticipated to fall between 2024 and 2040, while the fertility rate will also be below the regional ... Read More
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Honduras in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Honduras is predicted to decline by 24.6%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 13.5 million citizens by 2040. Demographic changes, economic conditions and social trends are all contributing to negative net migration. The birth rate in Honduras ... Read More
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Spain in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Spain is predicted to decline by 3.3%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 50.2 million citizens by 2040. The birth rate in Spain is anticipated to increase between 2024 and 2040. Mid-Lifers (aged 45-64) will represent the largest portion of t ... Read More
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Morocco in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Morocco is predicted to decline by 10.7%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 42.2 million citizens by 2040. Demographic changes, economic conditions and social trends are all contributing to negative net migration. The birth rate in Morocco i ... Read More
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Sweden in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Sweden is predicted to decline by 4.0%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 11.0 million citizens by 2040. Sweden will have more babies between 2024 and 2040. The fertility rate will be higher than the average in the region. Mid-Lifers (aged 4 ... Read More
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Ireland in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Ireland is predicted to decline by 11.3%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 5.9 million citizens by 2040. Ireland’s birth rate is expected to rise between 2024 and 2040. Mid-Lifers (aged 45-64) will represent the largest portion of the popul ... Read More
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Italy in 2040: The Future Demographic
The population of Italy is predicted to decline by 3.5%, due to changes in net migration and natural change, standing at a total of 56.9 million citizens by 2040. Italy’s birth rate is expected to rise between 2024 and 2040. Mid-Lifers (aged 45-64) will represent the largest portion of the populatio ... Read More
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Home Insecticides in Germany
Home insecticides in Germany recorded further retail volume and value growth in 2024. Rising temperatures and mixed periods of warm and wet weather resulted in a longer season for invertebrate populations such as flies and mosquitoes. This drove demand for home insecticides over a longer period. Nor ... Read More
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Bleach in Germany
In 2024, bleach in Germany recorded low current value growth, while overall demand continued to decline, albeit by a slower rate compared to the previous year. This was mainly due to price-sensitive consumers turning to bleach as an affordable alternative to surface care. The average unit price of b ... Read More
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General Merchandise Stores in Germany
Value sales of general merchandise stores in Germany recorded strong growth in 2024, despite a slowdown as high inflation strongly boosted sales the previous year. Growth was entirely driven by variety stores, which accounts for the majority of outlets and value sales within general merchandise stor ... Read More
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Supermarkets in Germany
The slowdown in growth recorded by supermarkets in Germany in 2024 compared to the previous year was merely a reflection of lower inflation rates, particularly for groceries. When compared to discounters, the main other major grocery channel in Germany, supermarkets recorded a relative recovery in 2 ... Read More
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Small Local Grocers in Germany
With stagnant current value sales in 2024, small local grocers in Germany recorded the lowest growth among all grocery retailing channels. The weak performance by small local grocers was also driven by the continued decline in outlet numbers during the year, with some stores closing amid challenging ... Read More
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The World Market for Cannabis
The legal cannabis industry continues to grow in value, despite socioeconomic and geopolitical issues, price declines, oversupply and fluctuating regulatory measures. The adult-use category remains the main value growth driver, as innovation quickly develops and products become increasingly tailored ... Read More