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Sector Analysis
NewUnited Kingdom (UK) Easter Market Analysis, Trends, Consumer Attitudes and Buying Dynamics, 2024 Update
United Kingdom (UK) Easter Market Report Overview The proportion of consumers agreeing that they did more Easter activities this year versus last year waned in 2024, as consumers opted for other activities during the long weekend. However, among those consumers with children, participation remained high, with over 62% of consumers with their youngest child being between 0-4 years of age agreeing that they did more Easter-related activities this year. As a result, retailers promoted various activities to encourage participation in...
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Consumer Insights
NewFrance Packaging Market Size, Analyzing Material Type, Innovations and Forecast to 2028
The French packaging industry stood at 94.9 billion units in 2023, led by rigid plastics, which accounted for 41.1% of total volume sales. Packaging volumes will reach 98.8 billion units in 2028, at a CAGR of 0.8% during 2023–28. During 2023–28, flexible packaging will post the strongest CAGR of 1.4%, increasing from 24.5 billion units to 26.2 billion units, driven by the need for more convenient and easily transportable packaging.
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Consumer Insights
NewGermany Packaging Market Size, Analyzing Material Type, Innovations and Forecast to 2028
The German packaging industry stood at 142 billion units in 2023, led by rigid plastics, which accounted for a 35.7% share of total sales. Packaging volumes will reach 143.8 billion units in 2028, with a CAGR of 0.3% during 2023–28. During 2023–28, rigid metal will record the highest CAGR, at 2.3% due to its high recyclability.
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Sector Analysis
NewItaly Power Market Trends and Analysis by Capacity, Generation, Transmission, Distribution, Regulations, Key Players and Forecast to 2035
This report discusses the power market structure of Italy and provides historical and forecast numbers for capacity, generation, and consumption up to 2035. Detailed analysis of the country’s power market regulatory structure, competitive landscape, and a list of major power plants are provided. The report also gives a snapshot of the power sector in the country on broad parameters of macroeconomics, supply security, generation infrastructure, transmission and distribution infrastructure, electricity import and export scenario, degree of competition, regulatory scenario, and...
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Sector Analysis
NewPoland Power Market Trends and Analysis by Capacity, Generation, Transmission, Distribution, Regulations, Key Players and Forecast to 2035
This report discusses the power market structure of Poland and provides historical and forecast numbers for capacity, generation, and consumption up to 2035. Detailed analysis of the country’s power market regulatory structure, competitive landscape, and a list of major power plants are provided. The report also gives a snapshot of the power sector in the country on broad parameters of macroeconomics, supply security, generation infrastructure, transmission and distribution infrastructure, electricity import and export scenario, degree of competition, regulatory scenario, and...
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Sector Analysis
NewWestern Europe Destination Tourism Trends Insight by Type, Source Markets, Foreign Direct Investment and Future Opportunities, 2024 Update
Western Europe Destination Tourism Report Overview In 2023, international arrivals into the region reached 476.68 million travelers. However, inbound trips remained below their pre-pandemic level. As per GlobalData, the number of international arrivals is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of more than 7% from 2023 to 2028, helped by the region’s reputation for attractive mountain villages, castles and palaces, and modern cities. In 2023, France had the highest percentage of overall international arrivals in the Western European region followed...
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Sector Analysis
NewSlovenia Construction Market Size, Trend Analysis by Sector, Competitive Landscape and Forecast to 2028
GlobalData expects the construction industry in Slovenia to shrink by 7.9% in real terms in 2024, following annual growth of 17.9% in 2023, owing to a high base effect, coupled with headwinds such as elevated inflation, high interest rates, and construction material prices, as well as supply chain disruptions caused by the Red Sea conflict. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the country’s inflation rate is expected to be 2.7% in 2024, which remains above the central bank’s target...
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Macroeconomic Analysis
NewBelgium PESTLE Insights – A Macroeconomic Outlook Report
Financial intermediation, real estate, and business activities contributed 30.6% to the gross value added (GVA) in 2023, followed by mining, manufacturing, and utilities (17.8%) and wholesale, retail, and hotel activities (12.8%). In nominal terms, the three sectors are expected to grow by 3.8%, 3.0%, and 5.1%, respectively, in 2024. Three major cities in Belgium accounted for 43.7% of the country’s population and 52.9% of GDP in 2023, according to GlobalData.
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Analyst Opinions
NewUnited Kingdom (UK) Whole of Life Assurance Distribution Dynamics and Future Market, 2023 Update
The United Kingdom (UK) Whole of Life Assurance Market Report Overview Consumers are struggling to find the information they need on their insurance providers’ sites. This resulted in a decline in consumers visiting their existing provider’s website in 2023 compared to 2022. The United Kingdom (UK) whole of life assurance market research report explores consumer purchasing preferences for whole of life assurance, as well as their changes over time. It identifies what is most influential to customers when purchasing a...
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Analyst Opinions
NewUnited Kingdom (UK) Personal Lines Insurance Distribution Dynamics and Future Market, 2023 Update
United Kingdom (UK) Personal Lines Insurance Market Report Overview The direct channel was the preferred choice for personal insurance purchases in the UK in 2023. Consumers are increasingly opting for online insurance purchases driving insurers and distributors to continue enhancing their online capabilities. Consumers prioritize affordability and trustworthiness when selecting an insurance provider, regardless of distribution channel. Hence, across all lines of distribution, the primary factors influencing consumers’ choice is either related to the cost of premiums or the provider’s...