Guatemala

Mass beauty and personal care saw rapidly rising retail prices in Guatemala in 2023, with the country still suffering from high inflation that continued from the previous year. Though price hikes in 2023 were not quite as steep as in 2022, consumers…

Although Guatemalans have been eager to resume pre-pandemic habits, the consumption of water in bulk 5-gallon format continued to rise in 2023. Due to the increased awareness of healthy lifestyles and practices, household water consumption has become…

Gum is one of the categories still suffering from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic’s harsh impact. Despite the full return of consumer mobility, retail volume sales will remain below pre-pandemic levels in 2023. Industry sources note that fewer…

Chocolate confectionery is witnessing slower retail volume and current value growth in 2023, with higher unit prices and inflationary pressure restricting consumption. The initial boost provided by the return of impulse occasions and social…

Beauty and personal care in Guatemala continued to feel the impact of price rises in 2023, though to a lesser extent than in the previous year. High inflation persisted, with product cost remining decisive in purchasing decisions for the majority of…

In 2023 Guatemalan parents showed a marked preference for lower-priced brands in baby and child-specific products, feeling the impact of constant price increases in products for feeding and caring for their children. They focused on finding local…

Staples foods is expected to expected to register current value and volume growth, though inflation continues to hit companies’ profitability, with constant value growth expected to be more muted.

Consumer health has seen demand dampened by consumers being confronted with very high inflation. The rate of 9.2% in 2022 was the highest experienced in decades. As a result, more consumers have been forced to prioritise household spending on…

Volume sales growth in premium beauty and personal care in Guatemala was moderate in 2023, with current value sales rising rapidly as a result of price increases, though at a slower rate than during the previous two years. Local habits in terms of…

In 2023, Guatemalans were eager to resume activities outside the home. The fear of contagion from the COVID-19 Coronavirus was less relevant for the majority of the population, leading to the return of sports activities and socialising. As a result,…

RTD coffee is a small, yet stable category in Guatemala which continues to witness steady retail volume growth in 2023, although there has been a slow down due to price increases. Coffee prices have risen in international markets and this has equally…

Guatemala’s economic challenges have been exacerbated by high inflation levels in recent years, with locals becoming more price sensitive as a result. In 2023, Guatemala also experienced political upheaval, as the progressive Bernado Arévalo was…

In 2023, carbonates continued to witness retail price increases, although to a lesser extent than in previous years. Commodities such as sugar continued to show volatility in international markets. By April 2023, sugar had reached its highest price…

Baked good is expected to register both moderate constant value and volume growth in 2023, in spite of continuing high inflation. Flat breads used for tortilla continues to account for most volume sales. However, prices have increased in 2023, and…

The jams and preserves category holds significant importance in terms of retail volume sales, following substantial growth during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, volume growth has returned to normal rates with retail prices stabilising. Local brands…

The pandemic period that ushered in a boom for vitamin sales is coming to a close. Many consumers have placed the COVID-19 period in the rear-view mirror and are looking ahead to a world where the SARS-CoV-2 virus is not a constant worry. The…

Analgesics is set to see a decline in sales in 2023 as consumers have migrated away from aspirin in an uncertain economic environment and sought to prioritise household essentials, while turning to other categories to treat basic ailments such as…

In 2022, retail value sales of grocery retailers recorded substantial growth. Inflationary pressures were a key contributor to this strong value increase, while volume sales growth decelerated compared to the previous year. Overall, increases in the…

Soft drinks continues to be affected by inflationary pressures in 2023, which prices continuing to rise, but at a slower pace. This had a notable impact on shopping behaviour, with consumers more cautious about their purchases, especially those in…

Off-trade RTD tea volume sales have been growing steadily in Guatemala. Some consumers consider RTD tea to be a healthier option than soft drinks, such as carbonated drinks. Tea in general has a wholesome image in Guatemala, which has had a…