Confectionery Industry Outlook 2022 - 2026

Key Market Indicators

Consumption of confectionery is projected to reach 788 million kilograms by 2026, down slightly from its 2020 level of 792 million kilograms. This represents a decrease of 0.1 percent yearly on average. Demand has already decreased by 1.2 percent annually. The United Kingdom, France and Spain are the second, third and fourth largest consumers in the world, respectively.

Confectionery Market Data and Forecasts

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  The global market for bread-based products exhibits consistent growth, but with noticeable regional variations. Developed economies continue to command a substantial market share, although emerging markets are increasingly contributing to the overall volume expansion. Key growth drivers include the rise in disposable income, changing dietary habits, and the ever-increasing demand...

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• Confectionery Insights: Tracking Global Trends and Opportunities in the Gum Market

  In the contemporary confectionery landscape, we observe a distinct growth trajectory in the industry segment concerning chewing gums. Key drivers include consumers broadening health awareness, leading to demand for sugar-free options and functional gums. Added to this, product innovation diversifying flavor profiles is continually refreshing consumer interest, ensuring the market...

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• Confectionery: Unwrapping Growth Dynamics in Chocolate and Sugar Segments Worldwide

  The worldwide confectionery market has been demonstrating robust growth driven by changing consumer preferences and innovative strategies by leading companies. Despite the overall health and wellness trends, chocolates and sugar-based products have managed to carve out a niche, particularly among the young and increasingly affluent populations globally.

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• Confectionery Corner: Tasty Trends and Growth Opportunities in Baked Goods and Sweets

  As New Zealand's confectionery market expands, new trends are emerging that are worthy of note. A growing health consciousness among Kiwi consumers has resulted in an increased demand for products with less sugar, organic ingredients, and functional benefits, including better-for-you options. Additionally, unique flavors and textures are gaining popularity. While...

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• Sugar & Gum Confectionery: Comparative Dynamics in Global Market Sizes

  In the realm of confections, sugar and gum categories have demonstrated particular nuance in their expansion, both regionally and globally. Sugar-based confections, for instance, have displayed a resilient performance, benefiting from robust demand in emerging markets. More mature markets have exhibited steady but sluggish growth due to a combination of...

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