Based on the forecasted data, the year-on-year variation for prepared or preserved anchovies in Italy shows a consistent decline: 2025 (-3.35%), 2026 (-3.44%), 2027 (-3.52%), 2028 (-3.61%). For the last two years, the total decline was -7.72%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is -3.48%. The forecast reveals a consistent downward trend.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts of sustainable fishing practices, changing consumer preferences towards plant-based alternatives, and volatility in the global seafood markets which could further influence production volumes and economic value.