COVID-19: Tracking the Impact on FMCG, Retail and Media
As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads across the globe, we're monitoring key consumer behavior thresholds to help fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) brands and retailers understand the status of each market, as well as how to best respond.
The Rise and Rise Again of Private Label
There’s a new retail revolution underway, and it’s going to affect the global food industry in ways the market hasn’t seen before. The revolution comes at the hand of store-branded products, which continue to gain share across all major geographies around the globe.
But Naturally - Going back to Naturals in India’s Personal Care Segment
Indian consumers of personal care products are increasingly showing a distinct leaning towards natural offerings. This is driven by a strong belief in the goodness of ancient Indian wisdom. Shoppers are now seeking brands that can offer fundamental solutions, and products that are safe for both...
Five Steps To Optimising Marketing Mix Strategies
As the media landscape gets increasingly fragmented, arriving at the right marketing mix is becoming more and more challenging. See how brands can optimise their marketing mix strategies by evaluating the historical relationship between marketing spends and business performance in a structured...
Deeper Than Dollars: Global Perceptions About Premium Products
Around the world, consumers are looking for a taste of the good life. And it’s not just those who are wealthy. Sales of products in the “premium” tier are growing at a rapid pace. In fact, the growth of the premium sector in many markets is outpacing total growth for many fast-moving consumer...
The Smartphone Becomes The Mobile Wallet
Cash is no longer the king! The phenomenon of mobile payment apps has been quick to catch on with the number of end-users ballooning. Take a look at how mobile payment apps have gone on to become a mainstay in our lives, the extent of their reach, and usage.
What Clicks With The Online Shopper?
With e-tailing coming of age, our numbers show that as much as 60% of consumers in developing markets are willing to use digital retailing options. Here's a look into the motivations of the online shopper and the trends that will help e-commerce brands stay ahead.
Diaper Screening Process: Loved Ones and TV Ads Are Top Sources
When it comes to learning about which diapers are best, 44% of global respondents go direct to the people they know and trust for recommendations, which is the top source of information in every region.
Mobile Shoppers Turn App-Happy
With men and women spending nearly two hours a month shopping on their mobile phones, it is no wonder that 2015 may just well be known as the year of the mobile shopping app.
How Shoppers Look, Watch and Listen for New Products
As the media landscape evolves, so too do the sources consumers use to find out about new products. Globally, shoppers' reliance on earned media is growing while their attention toward some paid media sources are declining.