In recent years, there’s been a dramatic shift in the way people shop and the way brands connect with them. And while much of this shift might seem seamless from the outside, more often than
NielsenIQ (NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, has recently released its Consumer Tech Industry Trends 2025 report, forecasting global Consumer Tech & Durables (T&D) sales will reach $1.29 trillion—driven by emerging markets, replacement cycles, and premium innovation—in
The South African retail sector has a small but tenacious newcomer to the world of payment solution options. Amidst economic instability, currency devaluation, and a growing unbanked population, Bitcoin is emerging as a lifeline for
According to NielsenIQ (NIQ) private labels generated sales value of more than R98 billion in South Africa during 2024. The data shows that private labels grew sales value in South Africa by 7.5% in 2024
NIQ South Africa has released its latest State of the Retail Nation analysis for the last quarter and full year calendar year of 2024, showing moderate increases in retail sales despite a strong festive season finish. South
With online shopping continuing to flourish in South Africa and transforming the retail landscape, it’s easy to assume that physical stores are becoming obsolete. However, a growing body of research indicates that brick-and-mortar stores still
As South Africa undergoes a digital transformation, the online grocery delivery sector is experiencing revolutionary changes. The shift from in-person to online shopping is accelerating, particularly among middle-class to upper-class consumers, signalling a significant growth
