Bread & Cereal Products - Panama | Statista Market Forecast

Revenue in the Bread & Bakery Products market amounts to US$1.15bn in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 5.59% (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$253.00 are generated in 2024.
In the Bread & Bakery Products market, volume is expected to amount to 496.20m kg by 2029. The Bread & Bakery Products market is expected to show a volume growth of 4.6% in 2025.0.
The average volume per person in the Bread & Bakery Products market is expected to amount to 92.4kg 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 Panama is experiencing minimal growth due to factors such as low consumer awareness of digital technologies, lack of health consciousness, and limited availability of online services. However, increasing urbanization and changing dietary preferences may drive future growth in this market.

Customer preferences: As urbanization and busy lifestyles continue to rise, there has been a notable shift towards convenience and on-the-go food options in Panama's Bread & Cereal Products Market. This trend is driven by the growing number of working professionals and busy families, who prioritize convenience and ease of preparation in their food choices. This has led to an increase in demand for single-serve and pre-packaged cereals, granola bars, and instant oatmeal. Additionally, there has been a rise in gluten-free and organic options as health-conscious consumers seek healthier alternatives in their cereal and bread choices.

Trends in the market: In Panama, the Bread & Cereal Products Market is seeing a shift towards healthier and more diverse options, as consumers become more health-conscious and demand for gluten-free, organic, and whole grain products increases. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, as consumers prioritize nutrition and seek out alternatives to traditional bread and cereal products. This trajectory towards healthier options has significant implications for industry stakeholders, who must adapt to changing consumer preferences and invest in research and development to meet demand for innovative and nutritious products.

Local special circumstances: In Panama, the Bread & Cereal Products market is heavily influenced by the country's diverse cultural heritage, including indigenous, Afro-Caribbean, and Spanish influences. This has resulted in a wide variety of unique bread and cereal products, incorporating local ingredients and flavors. Additionally, Panama's tropical climate and fertile land make it a prime location for growing grains and crops used in bread and cereal production, leading to a strong domestic supply chain. Finally, the government's efforts to promote healthy eating habits and reduce food insecurity have also shaped the market, with a growing demand for whole grain and gluten-free options.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Bread & Cereal Products Market within The Food market in Panama is influenced by various macroeconomic factors such as economic growth, consumer spending, and government policies. Global economic trends, such as fluctuating food prices and changing consumer preferences, can impact the market's performance. National economic health, including GDP growth and inflation rates, also plays a role in consumer purchasing power and market demand. Fiscal policies, such as trade agreements and taxes, can affect production costs and market competitiveness. Other relevant financial indicators, such as interest rates and exchange rates, can impact the import and export of products, ultimately affecting market performance.

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.