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The Mzansi Consumer Barometer from Kantar reveals a nation united in its concerns yet optimistic about the future. As we navigate through challenges like loadshedding, unemployment, and the rising cost of living, it's the resilience and hope of South Africans that shines through. In the face of these economic challenges, the South African spirit of 'making more from less' is evident. By embracing discounts, loyalty programmes, and multi-functional products, households are not only managing their budgets but also redefining value. The move towards more affordable brands reflects a strategy to choose loved brands while also exploring 'good enough' alternatives. This trend is a call to action for brand marketers to diversify their offerings and understand the evolving needs of their consumers. It's a narrative of resilience, innovation, and the unwavering spirit of South Africans to thrive amidst economic challenges. Read more about how reward programmes are becoming central to the value-hackers ecosystem and what the top loyalty programmes are in Bizcommunity.com here -https://loom.ly/0TVEP0M #ValueHacking #ConsumerBehaviour #BrandLoyalty #MarketTrends

Southeast Asia is likely to outpace China's economic growth and inflow of foreign direct investments over the next ten years, a new study shows, as the region benefits from growing demographics and a global supply chain shift. https://lnkd.in/gN5awgUz

China + 1 strategy is one with legs and South East Asia is poised to be a big part of this strategy for years to come. Given natural advantage of young demographics, dynamic growth trajectory, powered by digitalisation, this is one market that cannot be ignored.

Australian Consumer Sentiment continues to remain at decade-low levels. Melbourne Institute just released the latest data on consumer sentiment for November. We are still at decade low levels and there doesn't seem to be an uptrend in the short horizon. What's even more concerning is a significant dip among retirees, the unemployed and the not working population. This is a phenomenon we haven't seen since the Global Financial Crisis. What could be causing this divergence in confidence for this particular population? Is it the rapid rise in inflation across a broad range of goods and services, especially on rental prices? Comment down below if you have any ideas on the underlying factors driving this trend. Contact #Macrobond for more high-frequency survey and leading indicators to track the direction of the economy. #consumersentiment #data #investmentresearch

💲 $5.1 Trillion: total U.S. Trade for 2023 according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data released last week. Here are the top 5 Countries trading with the U.S. for 2023, these accounted for 51% of all trade. 🌎 2023 Top U.S. Country Partners 🌎 1. Mexico 2. Canada 3. China 4. Germany 5. Japan Top 10 lists: https://lnkd.in/eBZJD3KA #TradeMatters #US #exports #imports Data-driven storytelling, made simple.

Southeast Asia is likely to outpace China's economic growth and inflow of foreign direct investments over the next ten years as the region benefits from growing demographics and a global supply chain shift. https://lnkd.in/gVJBmwZb

Today marks World Population Day, a time to reflect on the global challenges and opportunities presented by our growing population. As a financial planner, I see firsthand how population trends shape economic landscapes. From pension systems to investment strategies, demographic shifts influence every aspect of finance. Key population insights for 2024: ● Global population: 8.1 billion and counting ● Fastest-growing regions: Africa and parts of Asia ● Aging populations in many developed countries ● Urbanization continuing worldwide These trends have profound implications for: 1. Retirement planning 2. Healthcare costs 3. Labor markets 4. Economic growth patterns 5. Sustainable development In Dubai, we're at a unique crossroads of global population movements. Our city's diversity reflects worldwide demographic trends, offering valuable insights for financial strategies. How do you think population changes will affect your financial future? Share your thoughts below! #WorldPopulationDay #GlobalFinance #DemographicTrends #FinancialPlanning #SustainableDevelopment #PopulationEconomics #DubaiFinance #GlobalEconomy #FutureOfMoney #FinancialLiteracy

📊 Exciting Business Insights from ELSTAT! 📈 The latest data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) offers a comprehensive look into the dynamics of businesses in Greece. 🇬🇷 The recently released statistics cover the demographics of new business registrations and bankruptcies throughout the 1st quarter of 2023. 🌐 Business demographic insights are gaining momentum, attracting the attention of policymakers, institutions, and society alike. These statistics are pivotal in offering valuable information on the ever-evolving business landscape. Monitoring quarterly trends in new business registrations and bankruptcies provides real-time insights into the development of business activities and their impact on the economic climate. ELSTAT has unveiled quarterly data on new business registrations, categorized by the sector of economic activity, spanning Q4 2021 and 2022, as well as Q1 2022 and 2023. Furthermore, detailed insights into new business registrations, considering the sector of economic activity and the large geographical area/legal form category, are now available for the 1st quarter of 2023. ELSTAT has thoughtfully presented a diagram illustrating the weekly progression of new business registrations from Q1 2022 to Q1 2023 to enhance clarity. Stay informed, stay ahead! 🚀 #BusinessInsights #ELSTATData #GreeceEconomy   SOURCE: ELSTAT(2023)

New investment opportunities are emerging in Australia due to the resources required to support the global transition to net zero and the nation's evolving demographics. Roger Parker, Joint Managing Director at EG, shared compelling reasons why investors should consider Australia as a strategic investment destination with Institutional Real Estate, Inc. Explore the insights on EG's website: https://lnkd.in/gTWwYEEM

In contrast to Northeast Asia's demographic challenges, Southeast Asia enjoys a demographic dividend, particularly in the Philippines and Malaysia. Economists Danny Kim and Jeemin Bang's insightful analysis highlights that beyond population growth, strategic capital investments and productivity improvements have been key to the region's economic prosperity. This ensures Southeast Asia's robust growth trajectory, even as some areas face demographic shifts. Discover more in their latest article: https://mdy.link/4d3BpUE #SoutheastAsianEconomy #DemographicDividend #CapitalAndProductivity