The price per kilogram of hams and cured pork shoulders in Italy showed fluctuation between 2010 and 2020. Starting at €7.82 in 2010, it decreased to €7.43 by 2013, followed by a recovery phase with a peak at €9.85 in 2017. Afterwards, it exhibited a downtrend to €8.67 by 2020. Analyzing the year-on-year variations showcases a decrease notably in certain years, such as 2019, but it was mainly driven by strong price fluctuations rather than steady trends. Between 2016 and 2020, the CAGR was positive up to 2020, reflecting moderate price recovery.

Future trends to monitor include:

Potential impacts of inflation and supply chain disruptions affecting prices long-term post-2020.
Shifts in consumer demand influenced by changing dietary preferences and health awareness.
Regulatory measures affecting pork production and distribution in the EU.