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Read the latest reports on Western Europe, with local insight, specialist knowledge and a comprehensive breakdown of key market data. Our research identifies key strategic themes relevant across the region, while also providing a more granular unders...
Sweet biscuits, snack bars and fruit snacks in Finland will struggle to generate any more than marginal growth in retail volume terms in 2024,in the context of the high cost of living. Such products also face heavy competition from other types of…
Chocolate confectionery in Austria recorded slight volume growth in 2024 with current value growth remaining strong amid price increases. Average unit prices continue to rise in line with the higher cost of commodities. In particular, the steep…
In contrast to other snacks categories, unit prices in chocolate confectionery continued to increase in 2024. Manufacturers were confronted by rising cocoa prices which were passed on to consumers. With the effects of the inflation crisis still…
The market for chocolate confectionery in Greece is set to modest growth in retail volume terms in 2024, continuing the trend of the previous year. Demand is being impacted by ongoing price rises, as input costs spiral to an all-time high. Cacao…
At the end of the review period, chocolate confectionery in Turkey continues to benefit as consumers remain willing to spend more on indulgence and treats, to pamper themselves or improve their mood, despite rising unit prices amid a highly…
Gum enjoyed stable performance in volume and current value terms in 2024. Gum is mainly consumed out of the house and so the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions has pushed up demand for chewing gum since 2023. With consumers spending more time on the…
Gum has rebounded well from the pandemic and volume sales are stabilising amid the greater normality of consumer lifestyles. Strong promotional activity, innovation and the trend towards smaller portions have supported volume growth in 2024.…
Within the context of further retail price increases, demand for gum in Greece is expected to show a modest decline in 2024. Chewing gum is largely an impulse purchase, and with consumers struggling with the high cost of living, many are cutting down…
Despite the negative effects of high inflation on consumer budgets, gum in Turkey is expected to record a second consecutive year of slight retail volume growth over 2024. In addition to traditional breath freshening attributes, consumers have been…
Ice cream sales in Austria are set to record stable volume growth during 2024 following its slight decline in 2023. Ice cream is shaped by new product launches, line extensions and new, interesting flavours. In addition, sales are dependent on the…