Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Guatemala. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Retail volumes of energy drinks continue to show sustained growth in Guatemala. The product is increasingly associated as a source of energy for workers who perform physical activities, such as construction workers, farmers, or workers on night or…
Stand-up pouches have become increasingly popular in the edible oil category in 2023. This stand-up pouch is becoming more prevalent in the landscape, as it is considered as a useful alternative to PET and glass bottles. Capullo from Naturaceites SA…
Though milk power is losing ground to shelf stable UHT milk, it still accounts for most volume sales. Milk powder is an important dairy product for many Guatemalan families because it is affordable and offers a source of nutrition and also has a…
Within hand dishwashing, consumers are shifting from the bar format to the cream/paste format. As more households seek the convenience of an effective grease-remover for their dishes that tends to last longer and is softer on skin, the cream/paste…
In Guatemala, the direct selling channel continues to rely heavily on in-person interactions as e-commerce penetration remains relatively low. The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant negative impact on direct selling in 2020 due to government…
Digestive remedies is set to see positive growth in 2023, with hectic modern lifestyles and convenience orientated diets supporting demand. As many consumers have returned to dining out, consuming more street food, and in general straying from the…
Towards the end of the review period, direct seller Herbalife launched a new product called Immunity Essentials. This supplement can be mixed into water, tea or other drinks, and is taken once a day to support the functioning of the immune system. It…
Top topical antifungals brands such as Canesten (Bayer), Lamisil (Haleon), and Unesia (Genomma) keep this segment competitive as each continues vying for more market share. Consumer demand for these products is expected to remain strong over the…
2023 saw depilatories rise in both volume and current value terms in 2023. During the pandemic and its lockdowns, local consumers spend more time at home and there was reduced need to remove body hair, undermining sales. Subsequently, and with the…
Deodorants in Guatemala rose faster in 2023 than it did in the previous year, in terms of both volume and current value sales. The category is hugely dominated by mass products, with premium presence being insignificant. Over 2022 and 2023 prices…
Dairy products and alternative is expected to register current value and volume growth, though inflation continues to hit companies’ profitability, with constant value sales expected to fall.
Cough, cold and allergy (hay fever) remedies are widely consumed consumer health items in the Guatemalan market. These products have established broad distribution throughout the country, with products available throughout the modern and traditional…
In 2023, inflation has begun to subside in Guatemala although retail price inflation continues to impact the basic food basket. Lower prices of some imported goods, regulatory interest rate policies and reduced agricultural production costs have…
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…
Powder concentrates witnessed a slowdown in the years prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The product was becoming obsolete, with younger generations of consumers put off by the lack of convenience as it needs to be prepared before consumption. In…
In 2023 the direct selling distribution channel represented more than half the value of the total market size for colour cosmetics in Guatemala. The channel is particularly important as a source of income during periods of uncertainty, such as those…
Guatemalans are heavy coffee drinkers with this beverage being a dominant choice irrespective of social status. In addition, local coffee production is well-developed. Indeed, the microclimate present in Guatemala allows players to produce unique…
Overall, cigars remain quite a small and exclusive category in Guatemala, with few consumers opting for these products due to the relatively high unit prices, aside from enthusiasts and those with greater purchasing power. However, with the return of…
Guatemala registered another decline in smoking prevalence over 2023, hindering sales of cigarettes. Traditional cigarette smokers have been increasingly migrating to reduced risk alternatives, such as heated tobacco devices, whilst many have taken…
Cider/perry has a niche profile in Guatemala with it being sold mainly through modern retail channels, with only limited shelf space and visibility. Brands such as Arbor Mist, Eva and Wells have narrow portfolios of three to four flavours and have…