Key Market Indicators
Guatemalan candy exports are expected to reach a total of 43 million kilograms in 2026, up from 38.8 million kilograms in 2021. This represents an annual growth rate of 1.8%. Since 1998, Guatemalan candy exports have increased by an average of 2.3% each year. In 2021, the country was ranked 24th, with Malaysia ahead at 38.8 million kilograms. China, Mexico and Belgium ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. Guatemalan candy imports are projected to reach 23.3 million kilograms by 2026, up from 20.1 million kilograms in 2021. This amounts to an average annual growth rate of 2.6%. Since 1998, Guatemalan candy imports have increased by an average of 4.7% each year. In 2021, Guatemala was ranked 28th, with Malaysia ahead at 20.1 million kilograms. The United Kingdom, Germany and the Netherlands ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively.
