Consumer Trends We analyse income, spending, behaviour, demographics, and household makeup. Using an established framework, we evaluate long-term megatrends and annual global consumer trends that shape industries and drive product development.

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Trending Topics: Beyond Affordability

24 Sep 25

Beyond Affordability is one of Euromonitor International’s five new Trending Topics for the year ahead. We have identified these topics as the most crucial cross-industry trends that businesses need to prioritise to remain competitive.

An Hodgson

An Hodgson

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Rethink Reliance on the US Market: Where to Diversify in a Fragmenting World

28 Jul 25

The Trump administration’s continued focus on “America First” is reshaping global trade dynamics. With risks and uncertainty surrounding tariffs, cross-border logistics, and trade restrictions, reassessing reliance on the US market and diversifying into new consumer markets has become the top strategic imperative for businesses. This article provides a data-led guide to where businesses should look next and why, using our Alternative Market Opportunity Index.

An Hodgson

An Hodgson

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Adapting to Uncertainty: The Impact on US Consumer Income and Expenditure

9 Jun 25

President Trump’s 2025 package of higher tariffs, tax cuts and tighter immigration controls is reshaping US consumer markets. Uncertainty and rising inflation expectations are dampening demand, and spending growth across all categories is expected to moderate, with no clear winners. While many incentives may sunset with the 2029 term limit, elevated tariffs and weaker investment incentives are likely to suppress confidence and spending for at least another two years post-administration.

Jana Rude

Jana Rude

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Opportunities in Focus: Include, Empower, and Indulge 60+ Consumers in Asia Pacific

5 Jun 25

By 2029, 56% of the global 65+ population will be in APAC, a segment often overlooked. Euromonitor's Inclusivity – Empowerment – Indulgence framework helps businesses tap into this market by addressing physical, emotional, and lifestyle needs, as well as cultural dynamics like age discrimination and multigenerational living, unlocking growth and competitive advantage.

Icey Huang

Icey Huang

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Navigating the Millennial Mindset

19 May 25

Millennials (or Gen Y, born 1980-1994), representing 21% of the global population in 2025, command the largest total income across generations. Their collective earnings are projected to grow by 46% by 2040, solidifying their position as a significant economic force. However, financial caution, time constraints and pressured values temper their spending behaviour.

Jana Rude

Jana Rude

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Experience More with GenAI for Value Creation

18 Apr 25

GenAI is disrupting customer experience with a new era of hyper-personalisation and innovation, opening up new experiences for consumers and new revenue opportunities for brands bold enough to experiment. GenAI bridges the gap between expectation and product/service delivery, taking customer satisfaction to a whole new level.

Euromonitor International

Euromonitor International