 What will drive growth in small and major domestic appliances?
Consumers are at a juncture. They’re still cautious about their spending amid lingering economic uncertainty, but they are spending on certain technology products. What they want is compelling value for their money. So what is this value? When it comes to household appliances, our research shows that consumers are interested in durable products that make their lives easier. They’re looking for appliances that deliver increased convenience, multifunctionality, energy and water savings, and/or enhanced health and well-being benefits. They notice the value when these benefits are clear.  Amid massive global and sectoral shifts, the rules for growth have changed. The next decade will reward transformational leaders who move with speed, scale, and precision.
As populations age and grow, researchers are examining sustainable ways in which diet can play a more powerful role in health through all stages of life. In this context, gut health has become an increasingly important focus for investigation.
 Pharmaceutical companies face growing debt costs, expiring patents, protracted development cycles, and industry disruption.
 Tech product manufacturers and retailers are questioning how best to drive sales volumes and revenues in 2025. The answer lies with the right innovation — meeting consumers’ demand triggers and value perceptions head-on.
 Private merger and acquisition (M&A) volumes in the UK mid-market are on the rise again, following a slump in late 2022 and a mild recovery in 2023, according to HSBC data.
 As consumer tech retailers enter 2024, they face myriad consumer demands. These expectations also present powerful growth opportunities.
This report examines the four areas of growth in which retailers are set to invest: formats, technology, operational excellence and purpose.  With more than $120 trillion worth of assets under management globally, investors have an important role to play in advancing sustainability. But they need the right metrics on hand.
 Around the world, persistently high inflation poses a significant threat to government infrastructure programs. But rather than cancelling or postponing programs based on cost rises, governments can follow several important steps to ensure that the intended gains for communities are realized in the time frames needed.
 To thrive in a world where authentic brand experiences matter, brands should draw inspiration from the strategies of emerging competitors.
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