While online shopping is almost universal in the US, over half (53%) of Americans are concerned about the safety of products bought online, according to new research from Mintel. And although young Americans have been brought up as digital natives, Mintel reveals that these consumers are exercising…
Today, SUVs are the fastest-growing passenger car segment in China as new research from Mintel reveals that the sales volume of SUVs (Sports-utility vehicles) is estimated to have grown 22.1% in 2017, reaching 11 million units. Sales are projected to hit 27.8 million units in five years’…
As auto shows around the country showcase the latest innovations in the market, it seems consumers are increasingly setting aside their car keys in favor of ride sharing apps. New research from Mintel reveals that the percentage of those who have used a ride sharing service has…
It seems Canadians are willing to forgo their favourite brands in exchange for a deal they can’t pass up as new research from Mintel reveals that two in five (41 percent) Canadian consumers say they don’t consider themselves to be brand loyal. 48%…
Being struck off the Christmas card list was once a sign of a friendship turning sour, but now it seems it may just be a sign of the times. According to Mintel’s research on Greetings Cards and Personal Stationery, while 62% of Brits buy Christmas cards, many…
The “treat yourself” mentality is extending to the holiday season this year as new research from Mintel reveals that nearly one quarter (22 percent) of Americans say they usually buy themselves gifts on holidays. Holiday self-gifting is most popular among younger generations as…
Mintel, the world’s leading market intelligence agency, has today (12 December 2017) announced five trends set to impact the global packaging industry over the coming year. In 2018: Packaging will play a pivotal…
Mintel’s Month in Retail highlights the stories that have made headlines in the European retail markets over the past four weeks, with exclusive analysis from Mintel’s expert retail team on potential implications. [row][two_third] UK: Tesco launches pet-friendly ‘Pawsecco’ Tesco is introducing Christmas-themed drinks and treats for pets, suitable for both…
China is experiencing a fundamental shift in the way consumers shop, and in how the shopping experience fits into the wider environment of customer service, delivered both online and in-store. New research from Mintel reveals that China’s online retail market has reached a critical mass. Business-to-consumer (B2C)…
With numerous shops already entering into the festive spirit, many of Britain’s retailers are gearing up for their busiest season of the year. Against a backdrop of rising inflation and weakening consumer confidence, Mintel estimates that retail sales will see growth of less than 2% in December, to reach £44.6…
Retailer loyalty program membership is nearly universal across Canada, but it appears that participation wanes among the nation’s lower income households. New research from Mintel reveals that while 98 percent of those with a household income of $150,000 or higher report belonging…
While German consumers are no strangers to online shopping, the number of consumers doing so has reached new heights. New research from Mintel reveals that as many as 93% of German consumers have shopped online in the last year. Furthermore, it appears that older consumers aged over…
