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Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food - Spain

Spain
  • Revenue in the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market amounts to US$73.99m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 3.17% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • In global comparison, most revenue is generated China (US$2bn in 2024).
  • In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$1.56 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market, volume is expected to amount to 5.76m kg by 2029. The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market is expected to show a volume growth of 0.9% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market is expected to amount to 0.1kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food market covers prepared baby food that comes in powdered form and is designed to be mixed with a liquid, such as water or breast milk, to create a semi-solid food product for infants and young children. It is usually made from muesli, rice cereals, and/or grain-based porridge. This type of baby food is easy to digest and enriched with essential vitamins and minerals.

Additional information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram). 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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In-Scope

  • Different types of rice, oatmeal, and multigrain cereals, such as Nestlé Cerelac, Gerber Whole Wheat baby cereals, and Happy Baby Organics oatmeal cereals
  • Porridges
  • Nutritional powder mixes

Out-Of-Scope

  • Cereals and flour not exclusively intended for babies
  • Prepared baby food, such as HiPP baby food jars
  • Snacks such as Happy Baby Organics Superfood Puffs
  • Infant formula, such as Nestlé LACTOGEN 1 Infant Formula Powder
  • Out-of-home consumption

Revenue

Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Volume

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Price

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Global Comparison

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Analyst Opinion

The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market in Spain is experiencing minimal growth rate, impacted by various factors such as changing consumer preferences, increasing competition, and economic downturn. Convenience offered by online shopping and rising health concerns are also driving the market growth.

Customer preferences:
In Spain, there has been a noticeable trend towards organic and natural baby food options in the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market. This is driven by a growing awareness of the importance of a healthy diet for infants and an increasing preference for locally-sourced and sustainable products. Additionally, there has been a rise in demand for allergen-free and gluten-free options, as well as a preference for minimal processing methods. These shifts align with the country's cultural value of promoting a healthy and balanced lifestyle, and the growing influence of health-conscious millennial parents. This has led to a surge in innovative product offerings and packaging designs to cater to this evolving segment of consumers.

Trends in the market:
In Spain, the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market of the Baby Food Market is experiencing a surge in demand for organic and natural products. This trend is driven by a growing awareness among consumers about the benefits of these products for their babies' health. Moreover, there is a rising preference for convenience and portability, leading to an increase in the sales of single-serve and on-the-go baby food products. These trends are expected to continue in the future, presenting opportunities for industry stakeholders to cater to the changing preferences of parents and expand their market share.

Local special circumstances:
In Spain, the Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market of the Baby Food Market within The Food market is influenced by the country's strong tradition of home-cooked meals for infants. This has led to a slower adoption of pre-packaged baby food compared to other markets. Additionally, the government's strict regulations on advertising for baby food products have limited their promotion and sales. These factors contribute to a unique market dynamic in Spain, where traditional methods of infant nutrition still hold strong.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Baby Cereals & Other Dried Baby Food Market of the Baby Food Market within The Food market in Spain is impacted by macroeconomic factors such as economic growth, consumer spending, and government policies. The country's stable economic growth and rising disposable income have led to increased spending on premium baby food products. Additionally, favorable government policies to support working mothers have resulted in a higher demand for convenient and nutritious baby food options. However, the market may face challenges due to the ongoing economic uncertainty and potential changes in fiscal policies. Moreover, the growing trend of health-conscious consumers and concerns over the safety of processed food products may also impact market growth.

Methodology

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.

Key Market Indicators

Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

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