Refrigeration Continues Strong Growth in Consumer Appliances

Despite the global recession, appliance manufacturing has continued to grow, and manufacturing output reached 600 million units for the first time in 2012. Refrigeration is the world’s largest and fastest growing category in major consumer appliances and China is the largest producer of refrigeration appliances. Five out of every 10 fridges sold globally are produced in China, and 30 percent of fridges manufactured in China are shipped abroad.Lots of brands claim to be number one… but can they prove it?At Euromonitor International, we help brands build trust through evidence-based research. Our claim validation service ensures your marketing messages are backed by real data. Stand out in a crowded market. Visit euromonitor.com/claims to learn more.