Portugal

After experiencing high increases due to the pandemic, standalone lost share in 2023, although it accounted for almost three quarters of total consumer foodservice sales in the country. Highly impacted by confinement measures at the height of the…

Energy drinks will continue to grow both in the off-trade and on-trade markets in 2023, posting one of the best performances in the soft drinks market. The low level of penetration of energy drinks is improving in line with marketing actions seen by…

Although inflationary pressures drove retail value sales in 2023, growth has also benefited from the recovery in out-of-home consumption and increased tourism. Additionally, growing consumer concerns surrounding health and wellness are leading many…

Companies are increasingly incorporating sustainability and food waste reduction into their strategies. In the jams and preserves category, a common practice is using misshapen fruit to minimise fruit waste. The utilisation of fruit peel, considered…

With the economy reopened post pandemic and consumers returning to store-based outlets, store cards is again enjoying positive growth. In 2023, the category’s growth is boosted by rising consumers’ expenditure levels and high inflation rates.…