In 2023, the nuts market size volume per capita in the United Arab Emirates stood at 2.6 kilograms. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 shows a declining trend. Specifically, the volume per capita is expected to drop from 2.5 kg in 2024 to 2.13 kg in 2028, representing a negative average annual compound growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -3.85% over this five-year period. Year-on-year comparisons indicate a steady decrease, with a -4% decline from 2024 to 2025, followed by subsequent annual reductions of around -3.75% each year thereafter.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in consumer preferences towards healthier or alternative snacks, the impact of economic factors on disposable income, and possible shifts in import/export policies affecting the supply chain. Additionally, sustainability and ethical sourcing could influence market dynamics, potentially stabilizing or reversing the current downward trend.