51% of global consumers now believe their country is suffering from climate change, up from 44% in 2021. 46% of global consumers say that eco-activists have raised their awareness of environmental issues. Plastic pollution falls out of the top three environmental concerns among global consumers. Water shortages are the fastest-growing…
In May 2023, Kaori Kawabata, Beauty and Personal Care Analyst at Mintel, presented to the CITE JAPAN 2023 audience about suncare trends in Japan, specifically, comparing the Japanese and global markets and identifying future innovation opportunities for Japanese suncare brands. Global Sun Care Market The sun care market in 2020…
39% of consumers say they follow/would follow a sober curious lifestyle for physical health reasons and 29% for mental health reasons 71% of sober curious consumers worry about the long-term health effects of alcohol consumption 73% of consumers believe alcohol substitute drinks should be cheaper than alcoholic drinks The ‘sober…
New research from Mintel shows that Indian consumers are yearning for a heightened level of flavour adventure from sweet bakery products, with 70% of consumers* agreeing that the usual offerings in the category are becoming boring. Compared to more mature sweet bakery markets, flavour innovations in India remain limited. For…
52% of Brazilian consumers have cut superfluous items (eg snacks) from their shopping list due to price increases and inflation 40% of consumers say they prefer snacks with sustainable packaging Nearly 4 in 10 (39%) consumers ages 16-34 say they consume snacks to relax/destress Rising inflation has Brazilian consumers feeling…
With higher stress levels and sleep concerns, consumers are looking for solutions that promote improved sleep. Mintel data reveals that only 29% of Japanese consumers are satisfied with their sleep, while 57% of Japanese women in their 30s have three or more sleep problems. On May 17th, Mintel joined in…
Mintel, the experts in what consumers want and why, has announced today that it will expand Mintel Reports Japan in 2023 with the launch of a new category library – Food and Drink. More than doubling the consumer reports available to clients this takes the Mintel Reports Japan portfolio from…
Food and gatherings remain fundamental elements of celebration in modern Thai culture, and reunion with loved ones is a top priority for more than 80% of consumers. Seven in 10 Thais are choosing to stay in during festive/special occasions to beat cost of living increases. Nostalgia and indulgence are top…
New research from Mintel reveals that bar soap remains the most popular cleansing format for 90% of Indian consumers, with only 9% using body wash* most often for their shower. A major barrier to body wash usage is high prices, with 63% of consumers stating it…
Nearly half (47%) of US consumers have made a purchase through social media, while 6 in 10 (58%) are interested in doing so. Another 39% of US consumers have made a purchase through social media and would do so again. 34% of consumers would be more interested in shopping on…
As the nation gets set to celebrate the first coronation of a monarch in almost seventy years, the latest research from Mintel reveals a sense of patriotism will drive demand for all things British, especially among the nation’s young. According to Mintel, just under half (45%) of consumers say the…
The spice market in India is dominated by the unorganized sector, with 56% of Indians stating that they currently purchase unpackaged single spices and 44% purchasing unpackaged masala mixes, according to new research from Mintel*. However, factors such as convenience, competitive pricing and rapid urbanization are propelling consumers towards the…
