Retail in Australia

March 2024
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Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Retailing industry in Australia with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.

Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.

Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:

  • Convenience Stores
  • Discounters
  • Hypermarkets
  • Supermarkets
  • Traditional Grocery Retailers
  • Apparel and Footwear Specialist Retailers
  • Electronics and Appliance Specialist Retailers
  • Health and Beauty Specialist Retailers
  • Home and Garden Specialist Retailers
  • Department Stores
  • Variety Stores
  • Warehouse Clubs
  • Direct Selling
  • Homeshopping
  • Vending

If you're in the Retailing industry in Australia, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.

The Retailing in Australia report includes:

  • Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
  • Detailed segmentation of international and local products
  • Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
  • Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
  • Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country

This report answers:

  • What is the market size of Retailing in Australia?
  • Which are the leading retailers in Retailing in Australia?
  • How are products distributed in Retailing in Australia?
  • How is the rise of e-commerce and the expansion of modern grocery retail impacting traditional retail?
  • How significant are discounters and private label in Australia?
  • How has the impact of COVID-19 and national lockdown impacted consumer demand?
  • Which formats have benefited the most from stockpiling and enforced home seclusion?
  • How will the wider economic impact of COVID-19 shape the retail landscape in the future?
  • Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?

Retail in Australia

Retail in 2023: The big picture
Promotions drive up volume sales amid cautious spending behaviour
Sustainability is a focal point for retailers
What next for retail?
Informal retail
Opening hours for physical retail
Summary 1 Standard Opening Hours by Channel Type 2023
Seasonality
End of year/Christmas shopping
Back-to-school
Table 1 Sales in Retail by Retail Offline vs Retail E-Commerce: Value 2018-2023
Table 2 Sales in Retail by Retail Offline vs Retail E-Commerce: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 3 Sales in Retail Offline by Channel: Value 2018-2023
Table 4 Sales in Retail Offline by Channel: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 5 Retail Offline Outlets by Channel: Units 2018-2023
Table 6 Retail Offline Outlets by Channel: % Unit Growth 2018-2023
Table 7 Sales in Retail E-Commerce by Product: Value 2018-2023
Table 8 Sales in Retail E-Commerce by Product: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 9 Grocery Retailers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 10 Grocery Retailers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 11 Sales in Grocery Retailers by Channel: Value 2018-2023
Table 12 Sales in Grocery Retailers by Channel: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 13 Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: Units 2018-2023
Table 14 Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: % Unit Growth 2018-2023
Table 15 Non-Grocery Retailers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 16 Non-Grocery Retailers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 17 Sales in Non-Grocery Retailers by Channel: Value 2018-2023
Table 18 Sales in Non-Grocery Retailers by Channel: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 19 Non-Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: Units 2018-2023
Table 20 Non-Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: % Unit Growth 2018-2023
Table 21 Retail GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 22 Retail GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 23 Retail Offline GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 24 Retail Offline GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 25 Retail Offline LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 26 Retail E-Commerce GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 27 Retail E-Commerce GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 28 Grocery Retailers GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 29 Grocery Retailers GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 30 Grocery Retailers LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 31 Non-Grocery Retailers GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 32 Non-Grocery Retailers GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 33 Non-Grocery Retailers LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 34 Forecast Sales in Retail by Retail Offline vs Retail E-Commerce: Value 2023-2028
Table 35 Forecast Sales in Retail by Retail Offline vs Retail E-Commerce: % Value Growth 2023-2028
Table 36 Forecast Sales in Retail Offline by Channel: Value 2023-2028
Table 37 Forecast Sales in Retail Offline by Channel: % Value Growth 2023-2028
Table 38 Forecast Retail Offline Outlets by Channel: Units 2023-2028
Table 39 Forecast Retail Offline Outlets by Channel: % Unit Growth 2023-2028
Table 40 Forecast Sales in Retail E-Commerce by Product: Value 2023-2028
Table 41 Forecast Sales in Retail E-Commerce by Product: % Value Growth 2023-2028
Table 42 Grocery Retailers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 43 Grocery Retailers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028
Table 44 Forecast Sales in Grocery Retailers by Channel: Value 2023-2028
Table 45 Forecast Sales in Grocery Retailers by Channel: % Value Growth 2023-2028
Table 46 Forecast Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: Units 2023-2028
Table 47 Forecast Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: % Unit Growth 2023-2028
Table 48 Non-Grocery Retailers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 49 Non-Grocery Retailers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028
Table 50 Forecast Sales in Non-Grocery Retailers by Channel: Value 2023-2028
Table 51 Forecast Sales in Non-Grocery Retailers by Channel: % Value Growth 2023-2028
Table 52 Forecast Non-Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: Units 2023-2028
Table 53 Forecast Non-Grocery Retailers Outlets by Channel: % Unit Growth 2023-2028

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Summary 2 Research Sources

Convenience Retailers in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

7-Eleven’s Australian operations up for sale despite seeing growth in local market
7-Eleven collaborates with Grabango to speed up convenience store payments
Foodservice and packaged beverages drive growth of convenience retailers
Viva Energy highlights a diverse convenience retailer as vital for future success
Hydrogen service stations expected to expand over the forecast period
More stringent tobacco regulations overseas could set new standard for Australia
Table 54 Convenience Retailers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 55 Convenience Retailers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 56 Sales in Convenience Retailers by Channel: Value 2018-2023
Table 57 Sales in Convenience Retailers by Channel: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 58 Convenience Retailers GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 59 Convenience Retailers GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 60 Convenience Retailers LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 61 Convenience Retailers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 62 Convenience Retailers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028
Table 63 Forecast Sales in Convenience Retailers by Channel: Value 2023-2028
Table 64 Forecast Sales in Convenience Retailers by Channel: % Value Growth 2023-2028

Supermarkets in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Coles and Woolworths forced into lowering prices to compete with discounters
Rise in prices causes an increase in shoplifting for supermarkets
Coles invests in technology to improve the customer experience
Enhancing the supermarket experience based on specific customer needs
Product innovation for private label can give a competitive edge
Online channels to become increasingly competitive for supermarkets
Table 65 Supermarkets: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 66 Supermarkets: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 67 Supermarkets GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 68 Supermarkets GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 69 Supermarkets LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 70 Supermarkets Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 71 Supermarkets Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028

Hypermarkets in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Hypermarkets experience a challenging year after a strong 2022
Target stores continue to be rebranded to Kmart by Wesfarmers
Kmart takes its next step in automation with click-and-collect trials
Hypermarkets expected to return to stronger growth as cost-of-living pressures ease
Big W makes moves to reduce plastic usage in its stores
E-commerce to face tough challenge after a notable slowdown in 2023

Discounters in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Strong performance for discounters as cost of living in Australia continues to rise
Aldi aims to lead in terms of environmental sustainability
Aldi’s competitiveness mostly unaffected by lack of e-commerce presence
Maintaining momentum after inflation eases will be key for Aldi
Potential for growth through e-commerce
Aldi looking to expand its sustainability goals with new partnerships
Table 72 Discounters: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 73 Discounters: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 74 Discounters GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 75 Discounters GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 76 Discounters LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 77 Discounters Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 78 Discounters Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028

Small Local Grocers in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Small local grocers face increasing competition from diversifying supermarkets
Independent operators offer competitive pricing on local produce
Automatic cash handling helps small local grocers boost efficiency
Small local grocers to continue excelling through unique offerings
Changing consumer sentiment can create an opportunity for independents
Further shift online can present a potential threat for small local grocers
Table 79 Small Local Grocers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 80 Small Local Grocers: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 81 Small Local Grocers GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 82 Small Local Grocers GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 83 Small Local Grocers LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 84 Small Local Grocers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 85 Small Local Grocers Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028

General Merchandise Stores in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Department store sales slow amid cost-of-living crisis
Variety stores experience downward pressure from grocery retailers
Retail media is a focal point for David Jones
General merchandise stores to experience further pressure from hypermarkets and specialists
Variety stores set to adapt strategies amid economic challenges by focusing on diverse offerings and competitive pricing
Continuous investment by department stores in omnichannel strategy
Table 86 General Merchandise Stores: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 87 General Merchandise Stores: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 88 Sales in General Merchandise Stores by Channel: Value 2018-2023
Table 89 Sales in General Merchandise Stores by Channel: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 90 General Merchandise Stores GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 91 General Merchandise Stores GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 92 General Merchandise Stores LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 93 General Merchandise Stores Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 94 General Merchandise Stores Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028
Table 95 Forecast Sales in General Merchandise Stores by Channel: Value 2023-2028
Table 96 Forecast Sales in General Merchandise Stores by Channel: % Value Growth 2023-2028

Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Channel experiences sales slowdown amid cost-of-living crisis
Investment in experience retailing and digitalisation amid revival of offline shopping
Retailers adjust to economic challenges to attract budget-conscious consumers
Future performance is contingent on prevailing economic circumstances
The pursuit of sustainability will remain a strategic priority
Apparel and footwear specialists expected to continue investing in digitalisation
Table 97 Apparel and Footwear Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 98 Apparel and Footwear Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 99 Apparel and Footwear Specialists GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 100 Apparel and Footwear Specialists GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 101 Apparel and Footwear Specialists LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 102 Apparel and Footwear Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 103 Apparel and Footwear Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028

Appliances and Electronics Specialists in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Physical retail outlets experience positive sales performance amid greater mobility
Excessive inventory results in intensified promotional endeavours to bolster demand
Specialists feel pressure from emerging hypermarket private label lines
Navigating economic challenges and embracing offline retail resurgence over the forecast period
Retailers are poised to enhance consumer convenience through strategic partnerships and innovation in Australia's retail environment
Sustainable trend is set to take root in appliances and electronics specialists
Table 104 Appliances and Electronics Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 105 Appliances and Electronics Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 106 Appliances and Electronics Specialists GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 107 Appliances and Electronics Specialists GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 108 Appliances and Electronics Specialists LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 109 Appliances and Electronics Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 110 Appliances and Electronics Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028

Home Products Specialists in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Supply chain issues improve, but sales slow amid inflationary pressure
IKEA remains most popular homewares and home furnishing specialist
Bunnings retains considerable lead in home products specialists, benefiting from the booming DIY trend
E-commerce set to grow, but offline will remain key for big-ticket items
Sustainability will be focal point for channel players
Further growth potential for pet shops and superstores in Australia
Table 111 Home Products Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 112 Home Products Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 113 Sales in Home Products Specialists by Channel: Value 2018-2023
Table 114 Sales in Home Products Specialists by Channel: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 115 Home Products Specialists GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 116 Home Products Specialists GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 117 Home Products Specialists LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 118 Home Products Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 119 Home Products Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028
Table 120 Forecast Sales in Home Products Specialists by Channel: Value 2023-2028
Table 121 Forecast Sales in Home Products Specialists by Channel: % Value Growth 2023-2028

Health and Beauty Specialists in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Pharmacies retain leadership for health products over supermarkets
Beauty specialists retain popularity over department stores
Mecca remains Australia’s leading beauty specialist chain
Sustainability and convenience will drive health and beauty specialists
Change in prescription legislation to potentially impact pharmacy traffic
Demand for optical goods set to grow due to rise in myopia among Australians
Table 122 Health and Beauty Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2018-2023
Table 123 Health and Beauty Specialists: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2018-2023
Table 124 Sales in Health and Beauty Specialists by Channel: Value 2018-2023
Table 125 Sales in Health and Beauty Specialists by Channel: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 126 Health and Beauty Specialists GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 127 Health and Beauty Specialists GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 128 Health and Beauty Specialists LBN Brand Shares: Outlets 2020-2023
Table 129 Health and Beauty Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space 2023-2028
Table 130 Health and Beauty Specialists Forecasts: Value Sales, Outlets and Selling Space: % Growth 2023-2028
Table 131 Forecast Sales in Health and Beauty Specialists by Channel: Value 2023-2028
Table 132 Forecast Sales in Health and Beauty Specialists by Channel: % Value Growth 2023-2028

Vending in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Greater mobility in Australia boosts vending’s performance
Innovation in the vending space challenges consumer perceptions
Vending machines for pet treats show potential for channel expansion
Future outlook for vending machines expected to be stable
Abundance of beverage vending machines raises questions about sustainability
Opportunity for more medical products to be distributed by vending
Table 133 Vending by Product: Value 2018-2023
Table 134 Vending by Product: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 135 Vending GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 136 Vending GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 137 Vending Forecasts by Product: Value 2023-2028
Table 138 Vending Forecasts by Product: % Value Growth 2023-2028

Direct Selling in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

E-commerce growth presents challenge for direct selling
Health and beauty direct selling records improving sales growth in 2023
Flexible arrangements the new norm for direct selling agents
Limited growth amid competitive landscape and further online shopping
Word of mouth an advantage of direct selling
Digitalisation and sustainability can support direct selling in the coming years
Table 139 Direct Selling by Product: Value 2018-2023
Table 140 Direct Selling by Product: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 141 Direct Selling GBO Company Shares: % Value 2019-2023
Table 142 Direct Selling GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2020-2023
Table 143 Direct Selling Forecasts by Product: Value 2023-2028
Table 144 Direct Selling Forecasts by Product: % Value Growth 2023-2028

Retail E-Commerce in Australia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Specialist e-commerce platforms struggle but DTC becomes popular
Leading grocery retailer expands its digital offering
Amazon.com leads marketplace e-commerce but there is rising pressure from Temu following its successful launch in Australia
E-commerce will continue to expand but at a slower pace compared to surge over review period
Discounter e-commerce marketplace set to drive channel’s growth
Omnichannel strategy will become more mainstream in Australia
Table 145 Retail E-Commerce by Channel: Value 2017-2022
Table 146 Retail E-Commerce by Channel: % Value Growth 2017-2022
Table 147 Retail E-Commerce by Product: Value 2017-2022
Table 148 Retail E-Commerce by Product: % Value Growth 2017-2022
Table 149 Retail E-Commerce GBO Company Shares: % Value 2018-2022
Table 150 Retail E-Commerce GBN Brand Shares: % Value 2019-2022
Table 151 Forecast Retail E-Commerce by Channel: Value 2022-2027
Table 152 Forecast Retail E-Commerce by Channel: % Value Growth 2022-2027
Table 153 Forecast Retail E-Commerce by Product: Value 2022-2027
Table 154 Forecast Retail E-Commerce by Product: % Value Growth 2022-2027
The following categories and subcategories are included:

Retailing

      • Fashion Vending
      • Health and Beauty Vending
      • Appliances and Electronics Vending
        • Alcoholic Drinks Vending
        • Hot Drinks Vending
        • Soft Drinks Vending
        • Tobacco Products Vending
      • Foods Vending
      • Home Products Vending
      • Other Products Vending
        • Apparel and Footwear Direct Selling
        • Personal Accessories Direct Selling
        • Eyewear Direct Selling
        • Beauty and Personal Care Direct Selling
        • Consumer Health Direct Selling
        • Tissue and Hygiene Direct Selling
      • Appliances and Electronics Direct Selling
      • Drinks and Tobacco Direct Selling
      • Foods Direct Selling
      • Home Products Direct Selling
      • Other Products Direct Selling
        • Apparel and Footwear E-Commerce
        • Personal Accessories E-Commerce
        • Eyewear E-Commerce
        • Beauty and Personal Care E-Commerce
        • Consumer Health E-Commerce
        • Tissue and Hygiene E-Commerce
        • Consumer Appliances E-Commerce
        • Consumer Electronics E-Commerce
        • Toys and Games E-Commerce
      • Drinks and Tobacco E-Commerce
      • Foods E-Commerce
        • Home Care E-Commerce
        • Home and Garden E-Commerce
        • Pet Care E-Commerce
      • Other Products E-Commerce
        • First-Party (1P) Marketplace E-Commerce
        • Third-Party (3P) Marketplace E-Commerce
      • Grocery E-Commerce
      • General Merchandiser E-Commerce
      • Apparel and Footwear Specialist E-Commerce
      • Appliances and Electronics Specialist E-Commerce
      • Home Products Specialist E-Commerce
      • Health and Beauty Specialist E-Commerce
      • Leisure and Personal Goods Specialist E-Commerce
      • Other E-Commerce Retailers

Retailing

Retail is the sale of new and used goods to consumers from a business for personal or household consumption from retail outlets, kiosks, market stalls, vending, direct selling and e-commerce. Retail is the aggregation of Retail Offline and Retail E-Commerce. Excludes specialist retailers of motor vehicles, motorcycles, vehicle parts. Also excludes fuel sales, foodservice sales, rental transactions, and wholesale sales (e.g. Cash and Carry). Sales value excluding or including VAT/Sales Tax. Retail also excludes the informal retail sector. Informal retailing is retail trade which is not declared to the tax authorities. Informal retailing encompasses (a) sales generated by unregistered and unlicensed retailers, i.e. retailers operating illegally, and (b) any proportion of sales generated by a registered and licensed retailer that is not declared to the tax authorities. Unregistered and unlicensed retailers operate predominantly (although not exclusively) as street hawkers or operate open market stalls, as these channels are harder for the authorities to monitor than permanent outlets. Activities in the illegal market, which is usually understood to refer to trade in illegal, counterfeit or stolen merchandise, are included within our definition of informal retailing. Activities in the “grey market”, which is usually understood to refer to trade in legal merchandise that is sold through unauthorized channels – for example cigarettes bought legally in another country, legally imported, but sold at lower prices than in authorized channels – will be included as informal retailing if no tax is paid on sale by the retailer. However if the retailer pays tax – for example on cigarettes bought legally in another country but sold at a lower price than standard – the sale is included within formal retail.

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