The UK sugar-coated candies market experienced significant fluctuations over the past decade. From 2012 to 2014, the market saw strong growth, culminating in a year-on-year increase of 31.92% in 2014. However, this growth stabilized and slightly tapered, with minimal changes until 2017. From 2018 onwards, the market volume started to decline, showing a year-on-year decrease of 5.99% in 2018 and 6.37% in 2019. Despite a slight recovery in 2020 and incremental growth in subsequent years, the market recorded an average annual contraction.
In 2023, the volume stands around 28 million kilograms. Key trends to watch for in the future include:
- Shifting consumer preferences towards healthier snacks.
- Impact of economic factors on discretionary spending.
- Increasing regulatory scrutiny on sugar content in foods.
How does the United Kingdom rank in Sugar-Coated Candies Market Size Volume?
| # | 7 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 38,620,000 | 2023 | +0.55% | +2.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 28,235,000 | 2023 | +1.19% | +0.4% | |
| 3 | 3 France | 22,887,000 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 3,479,400 | 2023 | -0.79% | -0.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 1,710,300 | 2023 | +0.94% | -0.5% | View data |