Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Dominican Republic. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Jams and preserves is the largest category by volume with the majority of production originating from local companies that use well-known and popular fruits. While some imported brands are available in the Dominican Republic, they are less prevalent…
Ketchup continues to lead in cooking and table sauces in the Dominican Republic. Brands are innovating by introducing stand-up pouches that provide greater convenience for consumers, such as from the likes of Gourmet, Linda, Heinz and Famosa.…
Meals and soups continues to be impacted by rising prices in 2023 as inflation remains high, resulting in double-digit current value growth. Since 2022, increases in the cost of raw materials, shipping costs, labour wages and energy have led to…
Retail prices of edible oils continued to rise in 2023 due to the inflationary climate, although at a slower rate than was witnessed in 2022. External factors, such as the high price of commodities and the war in Ukraine, have impacted the supply…
The swift reopening of the Dominican Republic following the COVID-19 pandemic gave the economy a boost, with the influx of tourists reinvigorating businesses. The tourism sector is a significant contributor to GDP and so the rebound in tourism has…
Although economic freedom is slipping, the Dominican Republic enjoys political stability, but corruption remains endemic. Economic performance has been solid, but is slowing and remains dependent on tourism, whilst the country continues to attract…
Yoghurt and sour milk products is expected to register healthy current value and volume growth. While there is still economic uncertainty, as a result of rising inflation, the growth in inflation is expected to ease. That being said, consumers are…
While sales are still relatively low, there is an appetite for plant-based dairy and it is expected to register very healthy current value and volume growth in 2023. Value sales are largely driven by younger consumers, which consider plant-based…
Other dairy is a sizeable product area in the Dominican Republic, largely supported by the popularity of evaporated milk. In 2023, it is expected to register moderate current value and volume growth. While there is still economic uncertainty, as a…
Drinking milk is expected to register moderate current value and volume growth. However, inflation is still an issue and consumers are expected to continue to be highly price sensitive and prioritise value for money. Flavoured milk drinks is expected…