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"The activewear market continues to help lift the broader apparel market which has softened in the past few years as consumers have prioritized spending on experiences rather than tangible goods. More consumers are exercising and prioritizing their health and this should continue to fuel the ...

“Reasons why people refitted kitchens in the last three years include enlarging the kitchen (22%) and creating more work surface (32%), illustrating the importance of the trend to create larger kitchens, often combined with eating areas. In turn, more time living in the kitchen encourages ...

"Toys and games remain very relevant to consumers, but while gifting – especially for children – drives sales, many are shopping the category for other reasons, including for adult recipients. Where and how most consumers fulfill their toy purchases remains in flux, with competitive changes ...

"Subscription services are evolving as more companies across a variety of product categories are in or entering the market. Consumers have interest in signing up for product subscriptions; however such programs must be tailored in a way that makes the consumer’s life easier and adds value. Product ...

This month's European Retail Briefing includes:

• Analyst Comment on Budni venturing outside of Hamburg
• An overview of the latest European Retail sales 
• Highlights of the latest Retail trend observations across Europe.
• Monthly headlines and retail news across Europe.

This month's UK Retail briefing includes:

• An Analyst comment on Tesco's new discount store Jack's
• On overview of the latest UK Retail sales.
• Sector Focus - Online retailing - UK.
• Highlights of the latest UK Retail trend observations
• Monthly UK retail news headlines and analysis

"The US beauty industry is expected to garner sales in the range of $57 billion this year. Common themes and trends across the industry include inclusivity to address America’s diversification, clean beauty (products sans suspected toxic ingredients), simplification of beauty routines, the ...

This is the 22nd edition of the European Retail Handbook. It provides basic data about all the major European countries, their economies and their retail sectors. The handbook complements Mintel’s major sector reviews, such as DIY, Supermarkets and Clothing, adding more detail and information ...

“Overall the discount sector remains one of UK retail’s key growth areas. However, it is increasingly becoming a tale of two sides. The food discounters continue to put on exceptional growth, helped by store openings and the success of newer ranges such as premium. On the non-food side growth ...