Snacks

Sales of savoury snacks continued growing in most Eastern European countries in 2020 and 2021, in spite of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Even if some on-the-go sales were lost during the pandemic, particularly in 2020, home seclusion has tended to benefit…

In 2024, savoury snacks in Ecuador looks set to record minimal value growth, whilst volume sales are on the decline. The rising cost of raw materials during the year has forced manufacturers to raise prices. This has led to a shift in consumer…

Savoury snacks represents the most dynamic category of the snacks market in retail volume terms in Egypt, with this trend set continue in 2024. This is due to the fact that the prices of such products are generally more affordable in comparison to…

While savoury snacks is expected to register an increase in current value sales, constant value sales are expected to fall, due to high inflation. Volume growth is also expected to be muted. Savoury snacks with a healthier positioning are expected to…

The retail market for savoury snacks in Finland is expected to see modest growth in volume terms in 2024, despite high unit prices. Such products remain very popular in Finland, whether at home or on the go. As a result, it is proving be the most…

Savoury snacks is having another good year in 2024 although certain categories are seeing a much stronger performance than others in terms of volume growth. Potato chips, for instance, is seeing solid growth in volume terms while the category’s value…

Savoury snacks are expected to maintain positive growth in Georgia throughout 2024. Consumer demand will be fuelled by the variety of consumption occasions, including increased home consumption and the resurgence of tourism in recent years. Per…

Savoury snacks in Germany continues to experience dynamic price development and content reduction. In response to rising raw material costs, category players and retailers are adjusting their pricing strategies. This trend is mainly being driven by…

The market for savoury snacks in Greece is expected to register modest growth in retail volume terms in 2024, a slight improvement on the previous year. As in other categories, one most prominent trends is the decisive shift towards “better for you”…

In 2023, savoury snacks is predicted to remain by far the best seller in snacks, in retail volume terms. The category continues to enjoy robust retail volume and current value growth in 2023 amid a well-developed culture for snacking occasions. Like…

Savoury snacks in Hong Kong continues to evolve, with health-conscious consumers facing an increasingly diverse selection of options. Competition has intensified, as brands drive new product innovation and retailers introduce international imports.…

Retail volume sales of savoury snacks will see continued growth in retail volume terms in 2024, thanks to the low cost of many of the products within the category. Lifestyle changes have also had a positive impact on demand for snacks, including the…

According to Euromonitor International’s Economies and Consumer data for India, the percentage of households with access to the internet has increased from 29.2% in 2019 to 45.3% in 2023. With greater access to the internet, there has been a marked…

Garudafood Group maintains its lead in savoury snacks with its top Garuda brand (in nuts, seeds and trail mixes). The player also offers a diverse product range, with brands Pilus (in puffed snacks), Leo (in salty snacks/ potato chips), and Gery (in…

Savoury snacks in Ireland is seeing sustained demand though a fairly flat performance in 2024. The category suffered from steep price increases in 2023, resulting from rising costs of raw materials oil, wheat and potatoes. In retail volume terms,…

Savoury snacks is expected to see current value growth in Israel in 2024. In May 2023, Strauss announced a price rise of up to 6% on many of its products, including potato chips, which came into effect in June 2023. In January 2024, Strauss again…

Savoury snacks are seeing a positive performance in Italy in 2024, in both volume and value terms. This is strongly supported by the “snackification” trend, whereby consumers eat fewer, full, sit-down meals and, instead, snack more often during the…

In 2024, savoury snacks in Japan is set to see growth in both retail volume and current value terms. As in 2023, current value increases are expected across many categories due to the impact of price increases, with significant growth anticipated in…

In 2022, the savoury snacks category experienced considerable price inflation, which was associated with an increase in the cost of logistics and raw materials, and prices have continued to rise in 2023. The category has shown moderate growth in…

The economic landscape in Kenya is conducting the orchestra of consumer behaviour in packaged food, including savoury snacks, in 2024. Inflation has taken centre stage, leading to a heightened focus on affordability. Kenyans are becoming increasingly…