The import of coffee extracts, essences, concentrates, and preparations to Egypt has shown notable fluctuations over the past decade. In 2023, the volume stood at 2.2964 million kilograms, reflecting a marginal year-on-year increase of 1.01%. Historically, the sector experienced a significant drop from 2013 to 2014 by 38.77%, followed by intermittent recoveries and declines. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) was relatively stable at 0.94%. From 2024 to 2028, the forecasted CAGR is expected to be 0.81%, indicating a gradual increase over the period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential for growth in specialty coffee segments driven by changing consumer preferences.
- Impact of global supply chain disruptions on the import volumes and pricing.
- Innovations in coffee preparation technologies and their penetration in the Egyptian market.