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Prepared Baby Food - Laos

Laos
  • Revenue in the Prepared Baby Food market amounts to US$107.40k in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 5.10% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • In global comparison, most revenue is generated Russia (US$3bn in 2024).
  • In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$0.01 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Prepared Baby Food market, volume is expected to amount to 11.32k kg by 2029. The Prepared Baby Food market is expected to show a volume growth of 5.0% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the Prepared Baby Food market is expected to amount to 0.0kg in 2024.

Definition:

Prepared baby food is defined as homogenized food that is meant to be consumed by babies. It is created specifically for infants and young children transitioning from milk to solid food. This type of baby food is typically available in jars, pouches, or other containers.

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

  • Ready-to-eat baby meals, such as HiPP baby food jars and instant meals

Out-Of-Scope

  • Homogenized fruit and vegetable preparations not exclusively intended for babies
  • Milk and infant formula, such as Nestlé LACTOGEN 1 Infant Formula Powder
  • Baby cereals, such as Nestlé Cerelac
  • Baby snacks, such as snack bars and baked snacks
  • 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

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Most recent update: Sep 2024

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Price

Most recent update: Sep 2024

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Global Comparison

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Analyst Opinion

The Prepared Baby Food Market in Laos has been experiencing negligible growth, influenced by factors such as low awareness among consumers and limited availability of online services. However, with increasing health consciousness and adoption of digital technologies, the market is expected to see a gradual rise in growth.

Customer preferences:
Consumers in Laos are showing a growing preference for organic and natural prepared baby food options, in line with the country's traditional focus on fresh and healthy ingredients. This trend is also driven by rising awareness of the benefits of organic products for infant health and nutrition. Additionally, the increasing urbanization and busy lifestyles of young parents have led to a demand for convenient and time-saving options in the Prepared Baby Food Market. As a result, there is a notable shift towards ready-to-eat and on-the-go baby food products in the market.

Trends in the market:
In Laos, the Prepared Baby Food Market of the Baby Food Market is experiencing a shift towards healthier and organic options. This trend is driven by increasing awareness among parents about the importance of nutrition for their babies. As a result, more companies are introducing natural and organic baby food products. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, with a focus on clean label and minimally processed options. This shift towards healthier options presents opportunities for industry stakeholders to tap into the growing demand for nutritious and safe baby food products.

Local special circumstances:
In Laos, the Prepared Baby Food Market is influenced by the country's geography, with lack of access to clean water and refrigeration making it difficult for parents to prepare homemade food for their babies. Cultural factors also play a role, with traditional beliefs and practices influencing the types of food and feeding methods for infants. Additionally, Laos has strict regulations on imported baby food, leading to a limited market for international brands. These unique factors contribute to the market dynamics of the Prepared Baby Food Market in Laos, setting it apart from other markets in the region.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Prepared Baby Food Market within The Food market in Laos is influenced by macroeconomic factors such as economic growth, government policies, and consumer spending. The country's stable economic growth and increasing disposable income have resulted in a growing demand for convenient and nutritious baby food products. Additionally, the government's pro-business policies and investment in the food industry have created a favorable business environment for manufacturers. Moreover, the rising population and the growing trend of working mothers have further increased the demand for prepared baby food in the country.

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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