Confectionery - Worldwide | Statista Market Forecast

Revenue in the Confectionery market amounts to US$586.30bn in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 5.40% (CAGR 2024-2029).
In global comparison, most revenue is generated China (US$84bn in 2024).
In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$75.66 are generated in 2024.
In the Confectionery market, volume is expected to amount to 86.26bn kg by 2029. The Confectionery market is expected to show a volume growth of 2.6% in 2025.0.
The average volume per person in the Confectionery market is expected to amount to 9.8kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Confectionery market covers food items with a relatively high sugar. Confectionery has a variety of flavorings, colorings, and other components that give them their distinct taste, texture, and appearance. This market is divided into four submarkets: chocolate confectionery, ice cream, preserved pastry goods and cakes and sugar confectionery.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram), sales channels. The market encompasses retail sales through both online and offline sales channels to private end customers (B2C). The market only covers at-home consumption; out-of-home consumption is not included.

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Chocolate products
Sugar confectionery
Ice Cream
Preserved Pastry Goods & Cakes

Nuts
Dried fruit snacks
Chocolate spreads
Desserts
Jams
Out-of-home consumption

The Confectionery market within The Food market Worldwide is slowly growing due to factors such as consumer preferences for healthier snacks, increasing demand for premium products, and innovation in packaging and ingredients. Despite minimal growth, the market is impacted by changing consumer trends and competition among sub-markets.

Customer preferences: As consumers become more health-conscious, there has been a noticeable shift towards healthier snack options in the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market. This includes an increase in demand for vegan, gluten-free, and low-sugar options. Additionally, there has been a rise in the popularity of functional foods, such as protein bars and energy-boosting snacks, as consumers look for convenient ways to incorporate nutrition into their busy lifestyles.

Trends in the market: In recent years, the Confectionery Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market has seen a surge in demand for healthier and more sustainable options. This trend is driven by shifting consumer preferences towards clean label and organic products, as well as an increased focus on environmental sustainability. This has led to companies investing in R&D to develop new products and reformulate existing ones to meet these demands. Additionally, there is a growing trend of online shopping for confectionery and snacks, as consumers increasingly turn to e-commerce for convenience and easy access to a wider variety of products. These trends are expected to continue shaping the Confectionery & Snacks Market in the coming years, requiring industry stakeholders to adapt and innovate to stay competitive.

Local special circumstances: In the Confectionery Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market, unique local factors play a significant role in shaping the industry. For instance, in China, the market is driven by the country's large population and strong cultural tradition of gifting sweets during holidays and special occasions. In the Middle East, the market is heavily influenced by religious and cultural customs, with a high demand for halal-certified confectionery products. These local factors contribute to the diverse dynamics of the global confectionery market.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Confectionery Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market is significantly impacted by macroeconomic factors such as global economic trends, national economic health, fiscal policies, and other relevant financial indicators. Countries with strong economic growth and stable fiscal policies are experiencing higher demand for confectionery products, as consumers have more disposable income to spend on indulgent treats. Additionally, countries with a growing middle class, such as China and India, are driving the demand for confectionery products as their purchasing power increases. On the other hand, countries with economic instability and high inflation rates may experience slower market growth due to reduced consumer spending on non-essential items like confectionery. Furthermore, trade policies and tariffs can also affect the availability and pricing of confectionery products, impacting market performance in different regions.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the total consumer spending on food, which comprises all private household spending on food that is meant for at-home consumption (out-of-home consumption is not accounted for).

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Food market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.