In 2023, Italy led European production of toffees, caramels and similar sweets with a decrease of 11.14% from the previous year. Germany showed positive growth with a 2.19% increase, while the United Kingdom also experienced a 2.71% rise. Poland, however, saw a decline of 4.23%. Smaller producers like Denmark and Finland exhibited significant growth with 25.24% and 11.62% respectively. In contrast, Romania and Estonia saw considerable reductions in production, at 16.52% and 5.42% respectively.
Future trends to monitor include shifts in consumer preferences toward healthier sweets and the impact of sustainability practices. Potential growth in production may be seen in countries investing in innovation and adapting to a greener economy. Additionally, market dynamics influenced by economic recovery post-pandemic could shape the competitive landscape across Europe.
Top countries in Sold Production of Toffees, Caramels and Similar Sweets by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 109,170,000 | 2023 | +18.12% | -11.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 67,040,000 | 2023 | +1.72% | +2.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 37,994,000 | 2023 | -1.82% | -4.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 29,455,000 | 2023 | +0.23% | +2.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4,289,500 | 2021 | -3.2% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2,988,000 | 2023 | +5.86% | -0.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 2,811,000 | 2023 | +10.49% | +3.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 2,646,900 | 2023 | +3.5% | +3.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1,599,000 | 2023 | -2.37% | -1.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 729,980 | 2023 | -20.75% | -16.52% | View data |
