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Tracking Growth Across Public-Market-Relevant Internet Sectors

As India’s Internet economy enters the final stretch of CY2025, several key sectors with publicly listed exposure, i.e. Quick Commerce, Food Tech, Beauty & Personal Care, Fashion, and Value Commerce ecosystem, are demonstrating clear and consistent growth signals. For public market investors, the first ten months of the year highlight a market where high-frequency, repeat-driven behaviours and category-specific […]

The Indian Consumer at 2030: Redefining Aspirations, Choices, and Markets

India’s consumption story is entering its most transformative decade yet. As 400+ million new consumers join the formal economy, their aspirations, behaviours, and purchase journeys are being rewritten — faster than brands can adapt. The Indian Consumer at 2030 report decodes this evolution, offering data-driven foresight on how tomorrow’s India will shop, spend, and shape […]

GCC’s Online Retail Market is Truly Democratic

The GCC online retail market is charting a distinctive path, one that sets it apart from global e-commerce giants. Unlike markets dominated by a handful of mega-platforms, the region presents a remarkably balanced competitive landscape – a truly democratic market. This unique ecosystem is characterized by three defining features: fashion leads the charge as the […]

The Global Vision Deficit: Why Half the World Still Can’t See Clearly

Global Context: The Scale of Challenge Refractive errors, including myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, and astigmatism, have quietly become one of the world’s most widespread yet under-addressed public health challenges. As per the WHO, ~3.4 billion and ~2.1 billion people are estimated to be affected by issues such as myopia and presbyopia, respectively, by the end of the decade. This translates to close to ~4.7 billion people (~55% of the global population) […]

The Year-Round Wardrobe – Why Online Fashion is Defying the Season

With the Indian festival season behind us, the seasonality trend is incomplete without a deep dive in one of the biggest categories, Fashion. With this, we draw the curtain on insights and market trends on the phenomenon of seasonality in consumer spending across various online sectors, including food ordering, ride-hailing, and retail. These insights were […]

The Tier 2+ Paradox for Mobiles: Solving for Brands and Platforms

In our previous edition, we highlighted how volatile the Mobiles category is in Online Retail, recording an extreme Seasonality Index Diff of 1.7. This risk is now heavily concentrated in the most crucial segment of the market. In this edition, we drill down into where this risk is concentrated, proving that the seasonality problem is […]

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Mobiles, Electronics, or Grocery—Who Rules the Seasonality Scorecard of them all?

India’s overall online purchasing behaviour is “de-seasonalizing”; the annual Sept-Oct peak remains a dominant factor for the Online Retail sector. Let’s deep dive into the six core sectors that account for over 90% of Online Retail’s Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) to identify which sectors are highly seasonal and which are naturally stable. The Monthly Seasonality […]

Black Friday in KSA: Still About the Thrill of a Good Deal

Black Friday in Saudi Arabia is shaping up to be a season defined by value-driven enthusiasm. From electronics to home essentials, shoppers are showing strong readiness to spend, driven by a mix of big-ticket discounts, trusted local brands, and attractive promotions. Across generations, consumers are engaging with deals in distinct ways, and flexible payment options […]

From Mop to Mobile: The Digitization of Home Services in Southeast Asia

Across the home services space, digital transformation is underway. From something as basic as weekly cleaning to urgent plumbing repairs, these are services every household needs, yet for decades, they remained fragmented, informal, and inconvenient to access. Now, just as ride-hailing apps changed how people move around cities, home services platforms are doing the same […]

The Rise of Convenient Eating: How Urban India Balances Speed and Health

As India’s urban households evolve, a new consumer dichotomy is reshaping the food market, the need for convenience, balanced by the desire for health and trust. Redseer’s latest report, “The Rise of Convenient Eating: How Urban India Balances Speed and Health”, dives deep into how India’s fast-paced urban consumers are redefining what, when, and how […]

Black Friday 2025 is About Lifestyle Upgrades in UAE

Black Friday in the UAE is no longer just about chasing discounts; it’s about upgrading lifestyles. What was once a purely deal-driven shopping moment has evolved into a reflection of changing consumer aspirations. Shoppers are branching out across more categories, looking to elevate their homes, wardrobes, and everyday experiences. As deals become omnichannel, physical retail […]

Redseer advises on LG Electronics India IPO. Know what and how

Executive Summary LG Electronics India Limited (LGEIL) engaged Redseer, India’s leading strategy consulting firm, to support its IPO through a comprehensive market study. Redseer delivered a detailed and comprehensive industry analysis that built market sizing models across 25+ major product categories in the home appliances and consumer electronics market in India. We captured both the […]

The Great Divide: A Tale of Two Online RTD Beverages Markets

The online non-alcoholic RTD beverages market (excluding water) is now defined by a sharp divide between an increasingly discerning Quick Comm shopper and the more traditional shopper shopping in other online channels. Proprietary data from Benchmark indicates that this shift in GMV mix signals that brands must tailor their products and strategies to meet the […]

‘Quick’ Emerging as a Growth lever for Online BPC in KSA

When online Beauty & Personal Care (BPC) first took off in the GCC, growth was fuelled by increased digital adoption and wider product availability. Over time, however, the market has evolved with consumers embracing not just the convenience of online shopping but also the speed and reliability of newer channels. In Saudi Arabia, this shift […]

Tapping Into the Everyday: Instant Home Services and the Next Habit Loop

India has always been a market of many Indias, diverse in income levels, lifestyle, and digital readiness. This diversity makes it both one of the most challenging and rewarding markets for products and services. The emergence of the Instant Economy is a response to a new kind of demand: one that values immediacy, reliability, and […]

Redseer advises on Urban Company. Know what and how

Executive Summary Urban Company engaged Redseer, India’s leading strategy consulting firm, to support its DRHP filing for IPO through a comprehensive market study – developing a detailed market model, uncovering growth opportunities across key segments, and identifying strategic levers to win in the home services category. About the Client Urban Company is the leading online […]

Baking the USD 14Bn opportunity in Southeast Asia

The bakery sector in Southeast Asia is rising fast on the back of changing consumer lifestyles, urbanization, and the growing café culture. Investor appetite is strong, with multiple PE/VC-backed plays and global benchmarks proving scalability and exit potential. Regional players have demonstrated how local tastes can be blended with modern retail formats to capture market […]

Redseer advises on Bluestone. Know what and how

Executive Summary In its IPO journey, Bluestone engaged with Redseer, India’s leading strategy consulting firm, to build a comprehensive analysis of India’s Jewellery market. Redseer delivered a deep-dive industry analysis that covered macroeconomic and consumer demographic trends, market sizing models for the Indian jewellery market (including the current baseline and future trajectory of demand), benchmarking of competing […]

Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Beverages – India’s Next Lifestyle Megatrend

From sparkling to stills, from shelves to screens, this is the playbook for winning in India’s evolving drinks market. Executive Summary: India’s Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverage market is experiencing a pivotal transformation. Now accounting for ~70% of the non-alcoholic beverages category and growing at a CAGR of 18%, RTD is no longer a seasonal trend; it’s […]

Due Diligence That Protected Millions: Redseer Guides Consumer Giant with Right M&A Investment

Executive Summary One of India’s largest consumer products companies partnered with Redseer Strategy Consultants for a commercial due diligence on two players in the emerging hair growth space in India. Redseer’s exercise discovered shortcomings in both assets, with one lagging behind the competition in terms of customer satisfaction, and the other lacking product scalability. Redseer […]

Cracking the Code on Indonesia’s Fitness Trend

As Indonesia’s consumers shift toward more holistic definitions of wellness, spanning everything from better sleep to mindful living, brands have a massive opportunity to ride this lifestyle wave. Our latest report unpacks how Gen Z and Millennials are redefining “healthy” and where the market is struggling to keep up. What the Data Tells Us 1. […]

India’s $130+ Billion Appliances Market Opportunity

Executive Summary: India’s $130+ billion appliances market is on the cusp of a tectonic shift, fuelled by rising incomes, aspirational younger cohorts, wellness-driven consumption, and the rapid adoption of digital-first lifestyles. But this isn’t just another consumption play. It’s a high-stakes play on category creation, channel reinvention, and innovation velocity. Brands that decode what India […]

KSA is the Online Fashion & BPC leader in GCC

When we talk about digital retail maturity in the GCC, the UAE often comes to mind as the front-runner. And while it does lead in several categories, such as electronics, grocery, and home, the story shifts when we look at fashion and beauty. Let’s dive into why KSA, not the UAE, is leading the way […]

Redseer advises on Titan Smart Wearables. Know what and how

Executive Summary Titan Smart Wearables engaged Redseer Strategy Consultants to conduct a comprehensive commercial due diligence on CueZen, a fast-emerging player in predictive and generative AI for health. With the ambition to go beyond fitness tracking and deliver truly intelligent, health-first wearables, Titan sought to evaluate CueZen’s potential to deliver hyper-personalised behavioural nudges and AI-led […]

Why Global Apparel Players Are Betting Big on India!

India’s $70B+ apparel market is scaling fast and would hit USD 130–150B by 2030 – Global brands are taking notice.  With fashion demand exploding across classes and consumers hungry for newness, India is becoming the growth engine the global apparel industry needs.  As growth stagnates in mature markets like the US, Europe, and China (hovering […]

India’s Home Decor Industry: Retail’s Secret Weapon in $2 Billion Size

As we continue our analysis of alternative growth categories in India’s retail markets, we now turn to a category that speaks of aspiration and taste—the $2 billion home decor market. Just like the toys category and saree market, the home decor segment too remains structurally fragmented, with manual distribution, inconsistent merchandising, and SKU chaos. Yet, […]

Beyond Prestige: The Next Chapter of Indian Luxury

Luxury in India Is No Longer Niche—It’s the Next Big Growth Engine As global markets plateau, India is emerging as the luxury world’s next growth engine, driven by an expanding affluent class, rapid digital adoption, and a deeper appetite for premium, curated experiences across cities and segments. Today, contributing just 2% to global personal luxury […]

KSA’s Coffee Revolution: How Cafés Are Brewing Up a SAR 17 Billion Market

Saudi Arabia’s food services landscape is experiencing a remarkable transformation, with the sector growing from SAR 63 billion to SAR 111 billion between 2019-2024. One segment has emerged as the clear standout performer: cafés. What started as a modest SAR 7.5 billion market representing 12% of food services has turned into a SAR 17 billion […]

Redseer’s Commercial Diligence Supports Innovist’s Science-Led BPC Playbook

Executive Summary Redseer partnered with ICICI Venture to conduct a commercial due diligence (CDD) of Innovist, a fast-growing house of science-led beauty and personal care brands, including Chemist at Play, Bare Anatomy, and SunScoop. Our assessment unveiled key shifts in India’s BPC landscape, from rising interest in ingredient-led products, the emergence of science-backed brands, to […]

Alternative Protein: The USD 100 Bn dollar future of food

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

Rewriting the Recipe: Why Healthier Snacks Are Gaining Ground in Indonesia

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

Wheels of the last-mile: How E2W rentals are powering India’s hyperlocal logistics boom

In cities across India, a silent shift is redefining how hyperlocal shipments move. The next time you receive a grocery order, medicine drop, or package from a local seller, it’s likely arriving on a low-speed electric 2W operated by a gig worker. As platforms compete on delivery speed, convenience, and unit economics, this vehicle-as-a-service ecosystem […]

Beyond the Brew: Scaling Fore Coffee Through insights, Strategy, IPO

Executive Summary Fore Coffee, a rapidly expanding semi-premium coffee chain in Southeast Asia, has collaborated with Redseer Strategy Consultants over a five-year journey to achieve sustainable growth in a competitive market. Through comprehensive consumer behavior analysis, strategic market expansion planning, and support in crafting a compelling IPO narrative, Redseer has been instrumental in positioning Fore […]

Longevity economy: Building for a USD 250 Bn silver community

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

How Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Reshaping Jewellery—And India Is Leading the Charge

For centuries, gold has been the undisputed choice for jewellery, especially in India. However, India’s jewellery market is undergoing a transformation. Diamonds are rapidly gaining prominence, from ~7% of the jewellery market in 2019 to ~17% in 2024, expected to grow to 22-27% by 2029, at ~20% CAGR – a trend mirrored across the globe. […]

Disrupt or Be Disrupted: Winning Strategies for Consumer Brands

The world of consumer brands is changing fast, and India is at the heart of this transformation. What worked a decade ago—finding a successful product, scaling it, and reaping the rewards for years—is no longer enough. At Ground Zero 10, Redseer’s flagship event, a distinguished panel came together to explore what it takes to win […]

Cycle of Opportunity: Spark Innovation in Indonesia’s Menstrual Care Domain

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

The Rise of Dark Cafés: The Next Frontier in Q-Commerce

Q-Commerce has rapidly evolved from restaurant and grocery aggregation to dark stores, fulfilling a growing demand for ultra-fast delivery. Now, the latest addition to this ecosystem—dark cafés—is redefining how consumers access ready-to-consume beverages and snacks. Pioneers like Zepto Café have demonstrated rapid adoption, scaling to 100K daily orders within just six months. In the UAE, Shot by […]

Healthy ice cream scoop: SEA’s next cool investment

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

Make it “Premium” in Indonesia

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

Pawsibilities Unlimited: Exploring SEA Pet Care Landscape

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

The Glow Economy – Inside Indonesia’s $8 Bn BPC Market

Inside Indonesia’s $8Bn BPC Market | Redseer Glow Economy

The Future of Coffee in India: A $3 Billion Opportunity Awaits!

The Indian outside coffee market is on an exciting growth trajectory, evolving into a dynamic, multi-segment beverage industry. Once overshadowed by the country’s dominant tea culture, coffee has emerged as a lifestyle and experiential product, particularly among urban consumers. By 2028, the outside coffee market is projected to grow at an impressive CAGR of 15-20% […]

From Staples to Superfoods – Indonesia healthy food opportunity

Indonesia’s relationship with food is as vibrant and diverse as its culture, but there’s more to it than meets the eye (or the plate). Did you know that while rice remains a staple, Indonesians are splurging more on packaged goods than ever before? Sweet treats are gaining popularity, but interestingly, fried food is taking a […]

The Evolution of Saudi Arabia’s Fashion Landscape

From the evolving retail landscape to the booming e-commerce sector, Saudi Arabia’s fashion industry is undergoing significant transformation. In this newsletter, we’ll explore how these dynamic changes are reshaping the Kingdom’s fashion ecosystem, with a special focus on the sector’s growth from 24% of retail share in 2019 to a projected 27% by 2028. What […]

India’s Mental Health Market on a Growth Trajectory: Trends and Opportunities Ahead

Mental health in India is gaining long-overdue recognition, with increasing awareness and support at both individual and institutional levels. Global conversations around mental health are influencing a shift in India, where digital health solutions, corporate wellness programs, and youth-driven advocacy are creating an environment for mental health care to truly flourish. As accessibility expands and […]

Pet Parenting in India: Redefining the Future of Petcare

India’s petcare industry is undergoing a transformation, helped by the growing recognition of pets as family members. The growing bond between people and their pets is no longer a simple relationship of ownership—it’s a transformation into full-fledged parenthood, leading to a shift in spending habits, preferences, and expectations.This evolution, as covered in our previous article […]

From Kibble to Care: Understanding India’s Evolving Petcare Market

India’s petcare industry, although still in its early stages, is steadily gaining momentum, driven by changing customer behavior and an increased focus on pet wellness. With more households adopting pets, particularly in the wake of the pandemic, spending on pet-related products and services is gradually picking up. Currently valued at $3.5 billion, the market is […]

India’s Petcare Market: Opportunities in an Evolving Market

India’s petcare market is still in its early stages but holds immense potential for growth. The pandemic triggered a seismic shift in the way Indians perceive pets. No longer just animals kept for companionship, pets have now become integral family members—“pawrents” take pride in caring for them. But how is this shift impacting the industry? […]

Decoding Indian Fashion Landscape: How Can The Fashion Industry Unlock Its Growth Potential?

The Indian fashion industry, long viewed as a powerhouse of potential, has recently been underperforming. Several leading brands are struggling to maintain consistent growth. Last year’s revenue growth (FY 2023-24) for publicly listed fashion players indicates uneven performance uggesting a disconnect between consumer demand and market offerings. At the same time, the rise of new-age, […]

New-Age vs Legacy: The Future of Fashion in India and the Battle for Consumer Loyalty

India’s Fashion market has been underperforming over the last 1-1.5 years. Several leading brands are struggling to maintain consistent growth, with revenue growth for FY 2023-24 showing uneven performance across players. While macro has had its role to play in this underperformance, the situation seems more structural to the fashion industry. During recent years, there […]

What’s Brewing in Southeast Asia’s Coffee Chains?

As we celebrated International Coffee Day, we revisited the vibrant world of Southeast Asia’s coffee scene. With a surge of investments and cross-country expansion, the region’s coffee market is evolving rapidly. Over the last year, industry players have focused on consolidation and improving profitability. Now, these leaner and more efficient companies are poised to capitalize […]

How D2C Beverage Brands are Transforming the Online Market for Powders & Syrups

Navigating today’s evolving consumer landscape, where digital transformation and shifting preferences dictate market success, is increasingly challenging. One of the most significant shifts we’re observing is the growing openness of consumers to explore new brands, with direct-to-consumer (D2C) companies leading this change. These agile, innovative players are not just gaining market share—they are redefining the […]

Online drives KSA Fashion Industry

From the evolving role of women in society to the booming e-commerce sector, the fashion landscape has been anything but static. In this article, we’ll explore how these dynamic changes are reshaping the Kingdom’s fashion industry, with a special focus on the sector’s impressive growth and future prospects. What to expect in this article: Read […]

Unlocking Premiumization and Stepification in India’s Beauty Market: Educating the Empowered Consumer

“Premiumization” and “Stepification” are not just buzzwords—they are critical strategies that beauty brands must embrace to capitalize on emerging opportunities in India’s rapidly growing beauty industry. These trends are driving a transformative shift, enabling brands to meet the evolving preferences of a discerning consumer base and secure a substantial share of the market. In our […]

Unlocking a $34 Billion Opportunity: How Omnichannel is Powering India’s Beauty Market Growth at 25% CAGR

As India’s beauty and personal care (BPC) market undergoes rapid transformation, driven by e-commerce growth and digital innovation, brands must adopt a comprehensive omnichannel strategy to fully capitalise on emerging opportunities. With the market projected to reach USD 34 billion by 2028, businesses need to move beyond traditional online sales models and create seamless, multi-channel […]

India’s Beauty Industry : Transforming boundaries across Audiences and Categories

India’s beauty industry is rapidly expanding, with projections showing it will reach $34 billion by 2028. This growth is fueled by rising disposable incomes, increased consumer aspirations, and the influence of social media and e-commerce. As Indian consumers become more sophisticated, there’s a growing demand for premium beauty products and personalized experiences driven by global […]

Spotting the Next Big Thing: How Fast Fashion Brands Can Stay Ahead

Trends evolve at breakneck speed, but are fashion brands truly keeping up with the demands of consumers? In India’s current fashion landscape, there is a clear gap between the brands’ offerings and consumer preferences. This disconnect has created a prime opportunity for fast fashion brands to disrupt the industry by swiftly capitalizing on the latest […]

GCC Goes Flexitarian – A $500 Mn Opportunity in GCC

In our previous newsletter, we explored the rapid growth of the plant-based protein market in the UAE and GCC, driven by evolving consumer preferences and health-conscious trends. This follow-up interview provides further insights into the dynamic shifts and opportunities within this emerging sector. Read on for an exclusive conversation with Edward Hamod, Founder and CEO […]

GCC goes Flexitarian

UAE consumers are growing more health conscious. Their behavior towards health-friendly options is becoming stronger, leading to more frequent choices of nutritious foods. This shift towards healthier lifestyles is creating a higher demand for plant-based meat alternatives and healthier food options. The trend also extends to the fast-food industry, where conscious indulgence is gaining traction. […]

Plant Based Protein Perspective

The plant-based protein market in the UAE and GCC is rapidly emerging due to shifting consumer preferences and health trends. Despite the GCC’s $17 billion meat market, with chicken dominating, 10-15% of consumers want to cut back on meat due to health concerns. In the UAE, around 15% of consumers are seeking to reduce meat […]

Unlocking Convenience: The Indian Smart Home Revolution

Imagine living like the Jetsons—your morning coffee brewing itself, your lights dimming when you are ready for bed, and your security system alerting you about unusual activity—all without lifting a finger. How cool is that? Welcome to the era of smart living, where technology transcends the ordinary and transforms our living spaces into intelligent, responsive […]

From Stone Age to Smart Age: Transforming Your Home into a Smart Home

The report “From Stone Age to Smart Age: Transforming Your Home Into A Smart Home” discusses the concept of smart living, where technology automates and enhances daily life through smart home devices. It highlights how smart home technology has evolved from basic functionality to sophisticated connectivity, allowing for automation and remote control of various household […]

Trend Tempo: The Rapid Growth of Fast Fashion in India

Have you ever wondered how fashion enthusiasts and avid shoppers keep up with the rapid-fire trends from runway shows, influencers, and social media? The answer often lies in the world of “fast fashion.” Imagine scrolling through endless feeds of affordable, trendy garments from online retailers or snagging that stylish trench coat at a big-box store’s […]

Southeast Asia and India: Connecting Consumers Beyond Borders

Imagine my surprise on a Mumbai summer break. While browsing the shelves at a retail outlet, I saw Indonesia’s legendary Indomie noodles and those addictive Kopiko candies. After speaking with my friends, I realized Indian personal care companies like Wipro and Marico have been spreading their wings in Southeast Asia for years now – think […]

Decoding Omnichannel: Strategies for D2C Brands

In today’s bustling marketplace, where customers roam across multiple platforms before making a purchase, D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) brands are uniquely poised to redefine retail landscapes. However, capturing and retaining customer attention in this saturated environment demands a strategic embrace of omnichannel marketing, for D2C brands, which control every aspect of their production, marketing, and sales process, […]

Exploring the Evolution of Luggage Industry in a Post-COVID Era

Have you ever just stopped to watch the conveyor belts in airports come to life? Amidst all that airport madness, one can’t help but stare at the diverse array of other luggage. But beyond the carousel of colors and shapes, lies the story of an industry teeming with adventure, exploration, and a dash of personal style. Be it sleek suitcases or rugged […]

Who’s making Indonesia look pretty?

Lately, everywhere we look in Jakarta, we see advertisements/content for Beauty & Personal care companies. And it makes sense also, as the country’s disposable income is on the rise, consumers are spending heavily on looking better. With ample whitespaces, brands have come to fulfill customer needs. We have been tracking the space for a while now and have […]

Not so Modest opportunity in Modest Fashion

Fashion’s booming! New brands are popping up everywhere – just in 2022 fashion startups had raised USD 6 billion + globally But here’s the thing: while chatting with a colleague recently, she was surprised she couldn’t find stylish modest clothes that fit her taste. We did some digging, and guess what? There just aren’t many funded […]

Sweat, Smoothies, and Stats: Indonesia’s wellness wave

The wellness movement is becoming an essential part of the lifestyles of Gen Z and millennials due to their busy schedules, increasing health issues, and growing awareness. It is not just a trend or about physical health, but it is a deeper connection to the overall well-being of the body, mind, and spirit. In Indonesia, […]

Winning Recipe for Food Brands in India

The Indian food services market is projected to exceed $100 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 10–12%. This growth, driven by evolving consumer behavior, is expected to double the market from $30 billion to $60 billion. To capitalize on the heterogeneous nature of the market, brands are urged to embrace diverse cuisines. The […]

The pathway to supercharging MSME growth

The Indian MSME growth story is being catalyzed by two ongoing watershed movements– the first being the transition of the nation into a paperless economy and the second being the increased formalization of the informal economy. At the juncture of these two movements, the sector has played a critical role in the expansion of the […]

Singapore Fashion: What a successful launch looks like

In this note, we look at Singapore’s vibrant fashion market landscape and its growth drivers. We share factors that are critical for brands to scale locally and in the broader SEA region. Brands that effectively tap into local tastes, leverage online platforms, and foster meaningful connections with the Singaporean audience are poised for triumph in […]

Indonesia’s Journey to Better Health and Wellness – Part 2

This is part two of our series on Indonesia’s healthcare. We’re exploring future technological breakthroughs in healthcare. Indonesia is just starting to use tech in healthcare. Early efforts, such as Telemedicine and Online Booking, have already made healthcare more efficient and convenient. Upcoming advancements, especially in genomics, could bring over $100 billion in economic gains. […]

Indonesia’s Journey to Better Health and Wellness – Part 1

Indonesia’s healthcare infrastructure lags its counterparts and falls short of WHO benchmarks, signaling a clear need for enhancement. With prevailing health system challenges and a demographic set to age by 2030, the time for Indonesia to act is now. This newsletter zeroes in on healthcare expenditure, private sector contributions, and the evolving trends in the […]

Saudi Arabia Real Estate: A Growth Story Grounded in Stability

1. KSA real estate sector set to grow at a 10% CAGR over next 5 years – almost at par with UAE The growth narrative in KSA is unfolding, and the real estate sector is directly benefiting from it. KSA’s real estate sector is set to grow at a steady 10% CAGR annually for the […]

Flavorful fortunes – Eating is a serious business in India

At the heart of educational institutions, corporate offices, hospitals, and various other institutions across the country are managed cafeterias. The demand for managed cafeterias in India is witnessing remarkable growth, as the market has started to formalize over the last few years. As working professionals, students, and employees seek convenient and nutritious meal options, these […]

Decoding the Success of Pure-Play Beauty Companies

The Beauty and Personal Care (BPC) market globally is a highly attractive market and is evolving rapidly. As a result, there is scaled influx of brands into the space. With this context, Rohan Agarwal, Partner at Redseer Strategy Consultants, decodes the keys to success for brands in this space. 1. Globally, BPC is the fastest […]

Beauty Unveiled: Decoding the Success of Pure-Play Beauty Companies

The Beauty and Personal Care (BPC) industry stands as a captivating global sector, marked by its remarkable growth and profitability. Over the past decade, the BPC landscape has witnessed profound shifts in consumer behaviour, with a surge in trend adoption and evolving expectations from products. This transformation, amplified by the influence of social media and […]

Decoding the UAE Real Estate Market

The UAE real estate market is booming, thanks to Russian expats and local buyers. In the short term, Russian expats are fuelling the market, while in the long term, local buyers will drive growth. In this newsletter, we’ll explore the top trends and factors that are contributing to this growth, including the influx of Russian […]

Genomics – Leapfrogging into the Indonesian Healthcare Future

Indonesia is the fourth most populous country in the world, with a population of approximately 274 million people. The healthcare landscape in Indonesia is complex and challenging, with a range of issues such as inadequate healthcare infrastructure, a shortage of healthcare professionals, and limited access to healthcare services in rural areas. Here we look at […]

Curbing Farm Productivity Woes

Last November, a farmer’s unfortunate story captured headlines and created a buzz on social media. A rural man who had travelled 415 kilometers to Bengaluru was forced to sell two quintals of onions for a profit of INR 8.36 after a sudden price crash. The agriculture sector in India is characterized by inefficiencies at every […]

Rehab Tech: Improving Quality of Life

India’s healthcare sector is tremendously diverse, with potential in every segment, including providers, payers, and medical technology. As one of the leading medical destinations in the post-pandemic times, India has emphasized making the healthcare sector digital and tech friendly. Along the same lines, rehabilitation technology has emerged as one of the promising sectors to ensure […]

How can restaurants sustain in the evolving food service industry?

MENA Food Delivery Ecosystem is rapidly evolving. While food aggregators helped restaurants weather the pandemic, their impact on the profit margins has been reduced. Restaurants are creating own unique propositions to attract consumers and consecutively restaurant own apps are now the fastest growing segment. Evolving stakeholder economics is poised to reshape the food delivery market in […]

Vietnam Healthcare

With robust macro tailwinds for the sector and on ground demand for health-related services, the healthcare sector in Vietnam is poised to undergo significant transformations. Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain and online services are increasingly being used to tackle deficiencies in the existing healthcare system. Further omni-channel players have gained significant traction on account […]

Is direct the way to go for Beauty?

The BPC market in the MENA region is going through a transformational period driven by evolving consumer needs and shopper persona. While legacy brands have undertaken various initiatives to fulfill emerging trends, consumers aren’t fully satisfied. This has led to the emergence of D2C brands who have been able to develop meaningful relationships with customers […]

What’s Brewing In Indonesia Coffee Chains? – Part 3

Compared to other business models, coffee-chain players have been less affected by COVID due to their greater online presence, access and affordable offerings. They are expected to gain more traction by targeting different markets and introducing new products. We believe the sector holds long-term potential on the back of its standardized product offerings to a wider […]

2 Pills to Make eHealth Profitable

‘Health is wealth’. This age-old saying is no longer a cliche. The pandemic has compelled all of us to prioritise health over other aspects of our lives. I have myself been spending at least an hour a day hitting the gym, meditating or making a healthy diet plan. Kudos to technology for making this routine […]

Indonesia eHealth: Consumer Pulse Series

1. Indonesia healthcare faces severe shortage of resources, with the lowest density of medical practitioners and pharmacists in the region Current capacity of Indonesia’s Healthcare system highlights its inadequacy to deal with the demands of growing population especially post pandemic. It has the lowest density of doctors and pharmacists among ASEAN countries; and given the […]

What the 2025 runway looks like for UAE Fashion

1. UAE Fashion E-tail market poised to near 20% penetration by 2025 on the back of soaring purchase frequency rates An instrumental change to the UAE fashion scene in the coming years is that increase in frequency and average order value which will drive higher wallet share for online channel, will drive a lot more […]

The Future of Preventive Healthcare in India

Though the demand for preventive healthcare has soared since the pandemic and startups in the space are striving to ride this tailwind, it is still largely an untapped market. The opportunities are huge for businesses. The report delves into the entire landscape and shares pointers on how to cash in on the opportunities by tapping into emerging technologies.

Redseer’s MENA Consumer Electronics perspective is now available

1. The Consumer Electronics retail market will represent a ~$100 Bn opportunity by 2027… The electronics market in MENA is currently ~$60 Bn and is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 9% to be a ~100 market by 2027. UAE & KSA account for close to half of the market currently and their share […]

3MQ Report: Macro, Models and Market Quotient 2025

Fashion Forward: Winning in India’s fast-growth Apparel Market