Consumer Trends, Attitudes and Spending Habits for the Home - UK  

“Desire for open-plan living is fuelling a trend to extend or knock through to create larger living spaces which act as a home hub for family and entertaining at home. In turn this means more of the home is on view, creating demand for individual styling and higher average spend. Organising and storing the growing range of possessions in the home create a desire for furniture with plenty of storage options, including fitted furniture that optimises the storage capacity in a room. This trend to create ideal storage solutions is encouraging people to focus on cupboard interior fittings in kitchens, bathrooms, hallways and bedrooms and will help to boost consumer spending on the home.

为儿童购买食品饮料 - 中国  

“中国儿童人口的减少和日益严重的儿童肥胖问题，正迫使品牌和公司以强调天然性、营养丰富和具有体重管理功能性的高端食品饮料帮助家长。与此同时，倍受欢迎的‘不健康’食品饮料仍然可以通过加入超级食物和低/无/减宣称来保持其市场份额。”

– 徐文馨，高级分析师

本报告分析以下问题：

• 高端化是让萎缩的市场得以维持的关键

• Major Household Appliances - Canada  
  Major Household Appliances - Canada

  

  "While much of the discussion around major household appliances revolves around smart technology, the reality is most remain interested in ‘the basics’. Namely, they want functional appliances, which is another way of saying that they do not break down often and ‘just work’. That said, younger adults who are more likely to purchase an appliance in the next year show greater interest in the ‘benefits’ that smart technology offers. Data also shows that parents, particularly parents of young children, are the ‘lowest hanging fruit’ when it comes to those who are more likely to purchase major appliances in the next year. This intuitively makes sense and suggests that messaging directed at those in this life stage, who are often more time-deprived, may be more likely to translate into sales."Joel Gregoire, Associate Director - Food & Drink
• New Retail - China  
  New Retail - China

  

  “Today’s Chinese consumers are used to shopping online for most consumer goods, yet physical venues remain vital for categories where consumers don’t have much knowledge and need guidance. China is on the cutting edge of developing new technologies and innovative retailing features, and the online channel will continue to become increasingly important not only in product distribution but also product discovery and developing consumer loyalty. What’s more, Chinese consumers are particularly responsive to and quick to develop new usage habits for these new omnichannel innovations. Meanwhile, Chinese urbanities are asking for more from brands and retailers. Whereas consumers in lower tier cities are in need of branded products and fast delivery, those in tier one cities are looking for seamless experience and global brands.”
• UK Retail Briefing  
  UK Retail Briefing

  

  This month's UK Retail briefing contains:

  • An Analyst comment - The end of a decade - Looking forward, looking back
  • An overview of the latest UK Retail sales.
  • Sector Focus - Grocery retailing
  • Highlights of the latest UK Retail trend observations
  • Monthly UK retail news headlines and analysis
• European Retail Briefing  
  European Retail Briefing

  

  This month's European Retail briefing contains:

  • Analyst Comment on IKEA and its global transformation.
  • An overview of the latest European Retail sales
  • Highlights of the latest Retail trend observations across Europe.
  • Monthly headlines and retail news across Europe.
• Mattresses - US  
  Mattresses - US

  

  "Mattress sales are growing gradually as innovations in both retailing practices and products continue to drive interest across the market. While sales are limited by the high penetration and long lifespan of products within the category, consumers’ desire to pursue high-quality sleep as a form of health management leads them to consider more regular upgrades and replacements. These are made possible by disruptive DTC brands that are able to offer convenient, cost-conscious offerings delivered straight to shoppers’ doors."- Madelyn Franz, Research Analyst
• Foodservice in Retail - US  
  Foodservice in Retail - US

  

  "The retail prepared foods business is growing quickly year over year, with more people purchasing them and making more frequent purchases. This is largely thanks to prepared foods’ ability to deliver affordable convenience and a satisfying variety of options to time-strapped consumers. Grocers are investing in convenience with more tech-enabled ordering, pickup and delivery options for prepared foods. They should continue to invest more in limited service food and beverage restaurants, which are ideal for off-premise business, instead of higher-risk sit down restaurants and bars."
• Grocery Retailing - China  
  Grocery Retailing - China

  

  “The grocery retailing market is ready for premiumization. While fresh produce remains a central focus, grabbing children’s attention could be a point of differentiation among the top players. O2O retailers are here to stay and the direct-to-consumer model’s exciting approach towards fresh food retailing is expected to make an impact on the market.”
• Beauty and the Online Landscape - US  
  Beauty and the Online Landscape - US

  

  "Online beauty behavior has evolved beyond just purchasing to include a wider variety of steps, which depend on the consumer, the situation and the purchase. Many beauty consumers will utilize online and offline channels throughout their path to purchase, creating a variety of opportunities for retailers and brands to learn about customers’ behavior pre- and post-purchase. Because of the tactile nature of beauty’ persisting hesitation regarding buying without seeing, brands must find ways to fill the gaps of in-person shopping online. Consumers want and will continue to expect online tools that inform, affirm and reassure their purchases, especially as digital channels become an important beauty resource. Understanding why consumers want this and how they are using these features will allow brands and retailers to better serve their customers."- Alexis DeSalva, Retail & Apparel Analyst
• Purchasing Food And Drink For Children - China  
  Purchasing Food And Drink For Children - China

  

  “The shrinking child population and the growing issue of childhood obesity in China is pressuring brands and companies to help parents with premiumised food and drink which accentuates naturalness, nutrient-dense, and functionality in weight management. Meanwhile, long-beloved ‘unhealthy’ food and drinks could still preserve their market share by incorporating superfoods or L/N/R features.”- Wenxin Xu, Senior Analyst
• Shopfitting - UK  
  Shopfitting - UK

  
• Beauty Retailing - Canada  
  Beauty Retailing - Canada

  

  "Despite the glamorous association with the BPC category, much of the engagement with the category is rooted in usage of mundane items designed to address basic hygiene needs. This renders the category one that is more firmly linked to function than fun in the minds of consumers. Having said this, consumer interest in wellness bodes well for the category and is working to give the concept of clean living – and by extension, clean beauty – a healthy glow. Positively, it also opens up opportunities to engage non-traditional audiences in a deeper, more meaningful way."Carol Wong-Li, Associate Director - Lifestyles & Leisure