The dual impact of the pandemic and soaring inflation fuelling the cost of living has led Indian consumers to pay closer attention to their spending. The latest Mintel …
Consumer fears over climate change have escalated around the globe over the last year. According to new research from the 2022 Mintel Consulting Sustainability Barometer, the number of global consumers citing climate change as a top three environmental concern has risen from an…
57% of US parents say their kids influence their back-to-school purchases. Half of Millennial parents shop back to school from a mobile device. 58% of parents agree that back-to-school shopping is stressful compared to just 19% in 2019. 71% of parents say…
The UK holiday market is primed for a resurgence as pent-up travel demand drives travel bookings. According to the latest research from Mintel, Brits are set to splash out £54 billion* on domestic and overseas travel in 2022, up 161% from £21 billion in 2021. Despite the predicted sales growth,…
About eight in 10 Thai consumers have experienced mental health issues in the past six months, with stress (46%), insomnia (32%) and anxiety (28%)* among the top three conditions, according to new research by global market intelligence firm Mintel. Thais’ mental…
With COVID-19 affecting lifestyles for over two years now, it follows that health has become a higher priority for many consumers, including Millennials. According to new Mintel research, 43% of Indian Millennials* are spending more on healthy food/snack options. In addition,…
26% of Brazilian men aged 25-34 define clean beauty as “science-backed,” and 29% are willing to spend more on beauty and personal care products developed by scientists/researchers. 78% of Brazilians aged 45-64 have stopped using a product due to an ingredient safety concern.
The pandemic has changed consumers’ way of life, and the importance of ethics and the changing role of identity and technology are set to greatly influence the future of the beauty industry according to global market intelligence firm, Mintel. Over the next two years: Ethics and sustainability will…
The pandemic has elevated Thai consumers’ need for self-care and emotional wellness through snacking. The latest research from Mintel shows that 77% of Thais* are turning to salty snacks** as a way to treat themselves. This number rises further to 81% among those aged 25-34. Furthermore,…
Following two years of pandemic-induced cancellations, Mintel forecasts UK sales of music festivals and concerts will bounce back during 2022 and that the value of the market will surpass its pre-COVID level in 2023. Sales are set to reach nearly £2.79 billion next year, up from £2.77 billion in 2019.
As global inflation continues to rise, consumers are looking to spend their money where they can get the most value, as new Mintel research reveals that Indians now associate online platforms with better deals. Cashback offers are driving 50%…
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated consumer adoption of online shopping, including shopping on social media as more than a third (39%) of all US consumers say they have made a purchase on social media and would do so again. With 90% of consumers aware of brand pages/accounts on social…
