The turnover in the prepared meals sector in Sweden for 2023 stood at 12.71 billion SEK. Forecasted data shows a consistent upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with turnovers expected to reach 13.33, 13.97, 14.6, 15.22, and 15.83 billion SEK respectively. This indicates year-on-year growth percentages of approximately 4.9% from 2024 to 2025, 4.5% from 2025 to 2026, 4.3% from 2026 to 2027, and 4% from 2027 to 2028. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is projected to be around 4.2%.
Future trends to watch for include a growing preference for convenience foods driven by busy lifestyles, increased focus on health and wellness leading to demand for nutritious ready-made meals, and technological advancements in food preservation and packaging. Monitoring consumer preferences and innovations in the sector will be crucial for sustained growth. Additionally, global supply chain issues and inflationary pressures may impact future performance.
