The decline in retail volume sales was strong in womenswear, as in many categories, due to stubbornly high inflation which has eroded purchasing power. More flexible lifestyles and dress codes are leading to more casual styles and outfits among Turkish women. Meanwhile, interest in health and wellne...
Womenswear in Norway faced decline in volume terms over 2024, although there are signs of improvement compared to 2023. Overall, the category is stabilising following a decline during the pandemic in 2020 and two years of strong growth thereafter. Current value sales have slowed somewhat in 2024, du...
During 2022 and 2023, womenswear in Chile recorded modest growth as a result of inflationary pressures affecting the country. However, the category is regaining stronger momentum in 2024, especially as womenswear holds considerable value share within apparel and footwear in the local market. ...
Womenswear retail volume sales picked in 2024 aided by manufacturers' investment in new collections and the promotion of more varied and affordable products in the Netherlands. Consumers were still budget-conscious, and this was reflected in growing demand for affordable and discounted fast fashion,...
Hosiery volume sales increased at a faster pace over 2024 due to higher consumption of lower priced products in the Netherlands. While unit prices continued to rise in line with costs, Dutch consumers looked for discounts especially in non-sheer hosiery. Sheer hosiery sales were impacted as people r...
Apparel and footwear in the Netherlands continued to witness steady volume growth in 2024, reflecting rising consumer demand and the strong interest in fashion and accessories. While the willingness to purchase apparel and footwear remains high, Dutch consumers are still adopting a more cautious att...
Meat sales in the Netherlands have been under significant pressure in 2024, driven by rising production costs and evolving consumer preferences. The ongoing war in Ukraine has disrupted global supply chains, particularly for animal feed, leading to substantial increases in feed costs. This has direc...
Jeans in the Netherlands registered strong volume growth in 2024 driven by an increase in unit prices and a shift towards premium products. Consumers are encouraged to buy products that place a stronger emphasis on design, durability and sustainable production. There is growing awareness and concern...
In 2024, staple foods in the Netherlands has been significantly influenced by substantial price increases across nearly all categories. These price pressures have driven consumers to adopt cost-saving strategies, with private label products emerging as a critical beneficiary of this shift. Consumers...
In the Netherlands, apparel accessories witnessed steady volume and current value growth in 2024. Consumers are especially interested in fashion accessories like scarves, hats, and gloves which are increasingly viewed as style complements. Retailers are responding to this growing demand by expanding...