The urban middle class, once the cornerstone of the consumer goods market, has become the smallest cohort. Real incomes have been under pressure, leading to stagnating consumer confidence. Consumption in the urban areas has slowed more sharply than in rural regions, Kantar said.
High inflation likely to keep consumer demand muted in 2025: Kantar report
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