Updates and Happenings Across Industries
Quiet nights at home are becoming the new default “night out” for many consumers, especially younger generations who now prioritize comfort, control and meaningful connection
Swiping has become the new storefront. Social media platforms now drive the majority of product discovery, with consumers encountering everything from lab-grown diamond rings to
Asia’s consumer economy is entering a new stage where demand is shaped on screens but fulfilled through structured, data-driven sourcing channels. For suppliers, this “scroll-first,
Asia-Pacific is entering 2026 as the world’s most important engine of consumer growth, with rising middle‑income households now approaching their spending in a more disciplined
Most quality failures don’t come from one obvious mistake, but from small changes that stack up over time — material substitutions, skipped tests, or assumptions that
Teen and youth lifestyles are transforming “ordinary” products into powerful tools for self-expression — from bedroom décor and lighting to tech accessories, desk setups, drinkware,
The era of the single-purpose briefcase is over. For the 2026 professional, the workday spans airports, co-working hubs, gym sessions and client meetings, often all
The global consumer goods market is undergoing a significant structural shift. While premium and discretionary categories face headwinds—with luxury spending under pressure and high-ticket purchases
Parents today are juggling more than ever: demanding jobs, complex schedules and rising expectations about what “good” caregiving looks like. Millennial and Gen Z parents,
Sleep has fundamentally transformed from a passive necessity into an active pursuit of wellness. Across the globe, consumers no longer simply want more sleep—they want
In the post-pandemic economic landscape, a profound behavioral shift is reshaping the global home goods market. Faced with persistent inflation and soaring service costs, consumers
In an increasingly saturated global marketplace, competing exclusively on price has become a race to diminishing returns. Generic inventory—products selected solely based on cost and