Bread & Cereal Products - Oman | Statista Market Forecast

Revenue in the Bread & Bakery Products market amounts to US$741.30m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 4.46% (CAGR 2024-2029).
In global comparison, most revenue is generated China (US$278bn in 2024).
In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$157.30 are generated in 2024.
In the Bread & Bakery Products market, volume is expected to amount to 319.70m kg by 2029. The Bread & Bakery Products market is expected to show a volume growth of 3.6% in 2025.0.
The average volume per person in the Bread & Bakery Products market is expected to amount to 59.6kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Bread & Cereal Products market covers baked goods made from dough. Dough consists of flour, water, a leavening agent, and other optional ingredients. Cereal products are made from a variety of grains, such as wheat, oats, and rice.

Structure:

The market consists of five different submarkets:

The Bread market covers baked goods made from dough which consist of flour, water, a leavening agent, and other optional ingredients.
The Pasta market covers fresh and dried pasta and noodles made from cereals that are usually used as part of a main meal.
The Rice market covers several rice varieties, such as long-grain rice, medium-grain rice, short-grain rice, white rice, brown rice, and wild rice, as well as sticky rice and parboiled rice.
The Breakfast Cereals market covers muesli and other grain-based breakfast products such as corn flakes and oats.
The Other Cereal Products market covers other products that are made from cereals, such as flour, baking flour, semolina, couscous, and bulgur.

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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Fresh bread and bread rolls
Pasta
Rice
Breakfast cereals
Other cereal products (e.g. Flour, couscous, bulgur)

Biscuits
Cookies
Crackers
Cakes
Baby rice cereals and other baby cereals
Ready-to-eat meal based on cereals
Out-of-home consumption

The Bread & Cereal Products Market in Oman has seen slow growth due to factors such as limited variety of products, low consumer awareness, and traditional food habits. However, with increasing health consciousness and availability of online services, the market is expected to experience significant growth in the coming years.

Customer preferences: Consumers in Oman are increasingly prioritizing convenience and health when it comes to their food choices, leading to a rise in demand for ready-to-eat and healthy cereal products. This trend is driven by the fast-paced lifestyle of urban consumers and their growing awareness of the importance of a nutritious diet. As a result, companies in the Bread & Cereal Products Market are focusing on introducing innovative and healthy options that cater to this evolving consumer preference.

Trends in the market: In Oman, the Bread & Cereal Products Market within The Food market is experiencing a rise in demand for healthier options, such as whole grain and gluten-free products. This trend is driven by consumers' increasing health consciousness and desire for more diverse choices. Additionally, there is a growing focus on sustainability, with companies implementing eco-friendly packaging and sourcing practices. These trends are expected to continue, posing opportunities for market players to innovate and differentiate themselves. However, it may also lead to challenges in terms of cost and supply chain management.

Local special circumstances: In Oman, the Bread & Cereal Products Market within The Food market is influenced by the country's strong emphasis on traditional cuisine and cultural preferences for locally-grown ingredients. This has led to a demand for artisanal bread and cereal products, utilizing locally-sourced grains and flavors. Additionally, the government's focus on promoting healthy eating habits has resulted in the growth of organic and gluten-free options in the market. These unique local factors have played a significant role in shaping the dynamics of the market in Oman.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Bread & Cereal Products Market within The Food market in Oman is influenced by macroeconomic factors such as global economic trends, national economic health, fiscal policies, and other relevant financial indicators. The market performance is impacted by the country's economic stability and policies that affect consumer spending. The demand for bread and cereal products is also influenced by factors such as population growth and urbanization, which drive the need for convenient and affordable food options. Moreover, the increasing health consciousness and preference for healthier food choices among consumers are also shaping the market for bread and cereal products in Oman.

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.

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Diets in high-income countries such as the United States consist of a lot of fats, animal products, sweeteners, and other products in addition to the ever-present food staples such as bread. Despite the comparatively lower share of staples in the food supply of these nations, staples still make up the majority of food intake. For example, consumers in the United States eat quite a lot of bread annually. Bread consumption in the U.S. amounts to 6.64 billion kilograms, or 19.84 kilograms per capita. In addition to bread, Americans consume a sizable amount of cake and pastry goods, namely 8.6 billion kilograms in 2022.