The forecast for cocoa beans import volume in Italy shows a gradual increase from 145.0 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 151.0 thousand metric tons in 2028. Compared to an estimated volume of 144.0 thousand metric tons in 2023, the year-on-year growth rate is 0.7% from 2023 to 2024. Between 2024 and 2025, the increase is approximately 0.7%, further increasing by 1.4% in 2026, 0.7% in 2027, and nearing 1.3% growth in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is about 1.0%.
Future trends to watch for include potential fluctuations in global cocoa prices, shifts in consumer preferences towards chocolate products, and changes in trade agreements or tariffs affecting cocoa imports. Additionally, sustainability and ethical sourcing trends may influence future import volumes and sourcing strategies.
