UK Market Research

“Although many brands are undertaking new and exciting initiatives, particularly in terms of product/service development or ethical behaviour, there tends to be a prevailing attitude amongst consumers that brands which have ‘been there and done that’ are the ones that excel.”

– Richard Hopping, ...

“The launch of Open Banking has transformed the retail banking landscape for providers looking to attract customers with innovative services. However, the limited participation of the biggest banking brands and consumers’ cautious approach towards new services has resulted in a muted impact so ...

“Concerns around the environment and animal ethics are giving dairy-free food and drink a boost, with the multidimensional appeal of these products boding well for the longevity of the dairy-free segment. Meanwhile, more clarity is needed to help shoppers easily identify which allergens products ...

“Electric and hybrid cars are seeing strong sales. Led by hybrids, the market is benefiting from an ever-growing number of models with considerable further investment from manufacturers planned for this sector of the car market. While Mintel’s research suggests that acceptance of these cars is ...

“Drinking culture has long played a major role in students’ social lives. However, there are signs that times are changing, with one in five students saying that they do not drink alcohol at all, while an even higher proportion show interest in more alcohol-free social events. This paves the way ...

“With four in five coffee drinkers wanting to customise their drink, shops that offer create-your-own options will thrive in today’s challenging high street conditions. But it’s not just customisation that’s important. Whether it’s becoming destinations for work, socialising and convenience, ...

“Home insurers stand to benefit from adding value to their propositions, in a market where price competition remains a major challenge. Policy flexibility and tools to help people calculate the cover they need will appeal to new and existing customers, whilst the growing popularity of smart ...