This Megatrends report highlights long-term trends resulting from shifts in consumer values and behaviour. It provides a summary of each of Euromonitor International's 10 focus megatrends and insights as to how each trend has manifested in Turkey. Euromonitor's Megatrends in Turk...
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...
Sports footwear is in high demand for its performance and comfort and is experiencing a notable surge as more individuals opt for comfort-driven choices over formal products in their everyday use. Turkish consumers increasingly demand technology that adds value, and manufacturers will increasingly b...
Apparel accessories was the only category to post volume growth in 2024, even as the economic crisis in Turkey put further pressure on household budgets and led to more frugal purchasing behaviour. Turkish consumers generally prefer to make frequent small purchases of clothing accessories to stylise...
Sports footwear is outperforming standard footwear with strong double-digit increases in volume sales. Casual and comfortable trends in footwear and a focus on fitness have accelerated lifestyle changes in the post-pandemic period, to the benefit of sportswear and sneakers. International brands like...
Retail volume sales of hosiery in Chile are rising strongly in 2024, following a marginal drop the previous year when the category was impacted by unfavourable weather conditions and low consumer spending. The improved performance in 2024 is being driven by a lower comparative base and signs of a re...
Inflation and interest rates remained high in Turkey over 2024, suppressing consumer expenditure on non-essential goods like apparel and footwear. Retail volume sales faced a sharp decline amid the significant devaluation of the Turkish Lira and soaring retail prices. As the economic crisis evolved,...
Hosiery volume sales have weakened in Norway following the relatively strong growth post-pandemic, especially in sheer hosiery. Inflation and rising unit prices have resulted in a tougher environment for apparel and footwear overall, which has naturally impacted hosiery as well, since it is primaril...
Menswear registered declining volume sales in 2024 due to high levels of price-sensitivity among Turkish consumers, but particularly male consumers. Men chose to shop less frequently for apparel and footwear due to the challenging economy and political uncertainty. In addition, many men prefer to sp...
Due to high inflation and the devaluation of the Turkish Lira, price remained an increasingly important consideration when buying childrenswear in Turkey over 2024. With many households facing higher costs of living, Turkish parents continued to see a decline in real disposable incomes. As such, con...