Snacks

The snacking culture continues to develop in the Czech Republic which is helping the category to grow despite prevailing economic challenges. More consumers, especially younger generations, are turning to subsidising traditional meals with…

All categories of snacks in Turkey are projected to register positive retail volume growth over 2024, from a slight increase for gum to a double-digit increment for savoury snacks. Nonetheless, in general, with prices increasing and GDP taking time…

Snacks in Ukraine in 2024 is benefitting from some economic stabilisation and local adaption to life during war. Retail volume sales for many snacks segments are showing recovery, albeit it small, with progress still limited by current circumstances…

Sugar confectionery in Austria recorded stable volume growth over 2024. After steep unit price growth in 2023, due to the higher prices of sugar, energy and transport costs, average unit prices remained stable in 2024. The demand for sugar…

Sugar confectionery in Belgium posted static volume sales in 2024, following decline in the previous year when price increases and lower purchasing power impinged on demand. At times of economic crisis, impulse products are amongst the first on which…

Sugar confectionery, as a product area as a whole, is set to achieve solid growth in retail value sales terms in 2024 in Cameroon. This strong increase in value is largely driven by inflationary pressures, however, as volume growth is more modest.…

The worsening financial situation in Croatia, marked by rising living expenses and food prices, has significantly impacted consumer behaviour in 2024. This has led to a surge in the popularity of private label sugar confectionery. Consumers are…

Sugar confectionery in the Dominican Republic is expected to register healthy current value and moderate volume growth in 2024. Sugar confectionery is generally more affordable than other snack options and this is expected to support volume growth.…

The market for sugar confectionery in Greece will see a stagnant performance in retail volume terms in 2024, as consumers move towards more nutritious snack choices. In order to maintain relevance and attract health-conscious consumers, many…

Sugar confectionery sales are being influenced by high raw sugar prices in 2024, leading to inflated unit prices supporting value, while volume sales remain in an overall slump. Within this environment, consumers welcome price-based promotions and…