Guatemala

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…