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Confectionery - Suriname

Suriname
  • Revenue in the Confectionery market amounts to US$23.63m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 7.47% (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$37.58 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Confectionery market, volume is expected to amount to 3.62m 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 4.9kg 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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In-Scope

  • Chocolate products
  • Sugar confectionery
  • Ice Cream
  • Preserved Pastry Goods & Cakes

Out-Of-Scope

  • Nuts
  • Dried fruit snacks
  • Chocolate spreads
  • Desserts
  • Jams
  • 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

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Price

Most recent update: Sep 2024

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Sales Channels

Most recent update: Nov 2024

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Global Comparison

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Analyst Opinion

The Confectionery market in Suriname is experiencing minimal growth, driven by factors such as changing consumer preferences, increasing health consciousness, and the convenience of online purchasing. Despite the sub-markets of Chocolate Confectionery, Sugar Confectionery, Ice Cream, and Preserved Pastry Goods & Cakes, the overall market is being impacted by a sluggish economy and limited disposable income.

Customer preferences:
Consumers in Suriname are becoming more health-conscious, leading to a rise in demand for healthier confectionery options such as sugar-free, organic, and natural products. This is fueled by a growing awareness of the negative health effects of excessive sugar consumption. Additionally, there is a trend towards locally sourced ingredients and traditional flavors, appealing to the cultural preferences of Surinamese consumers. Snack bars and energy balls made with local fruits and nuts are gaining popularity as healthier on-the-go alternatives to traditional confectionery.

Trends in the market:
In Suriname, the Confectionery & Snacks Market is seeing a rise in demand for healthier and more natural options, as consumers become more health-conscious. This trend is expected to continue, with manufacturers focusing on developing products with all-natural ingredients and reduced sugar and fat content. Additionally, there is a growing interest in unique and exotic flavors, such as tropical fruits and local spices. These trends present opportunities for industry stakeholders to cater to changing consumer preferences and expand their product offerings. However, they also pose challenges in terms of formulation and sourcing of ingredients, as well as marketing and distribution strategies.

Local special circumstances:
In Suriname, the Confectionery Market is influenced by the country's diverse cultural heritage, resulting in a wide variety of unique and traditional sweets. Additionally, the market is impacted by the country's geographical location, with imports from neighboring countries and the availability of local ingredients shaping product offerings. Regulatory factors, such as health and safety regulations, also play a role in market dynamics, as the government works to balance consumer demand with public health concerns.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Confectionery Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market is impacted by various macroeconomic factors in Suriname. Global economic trends, such as changes in consumer spending patterns and the availability of raw materials, have a significant influence on market growth. The national economic health of Suriname, including factors such as inflation, currency exchange rates, and unemployment rates, also plays a crucial role in shaping the market. Fiscal policies, such as taxes and import/export regulations, can impact the production and distribution of confectionery products in the country. Other financial indicators, such as consumer confidence and disposable income, also have a direct influence on the performance of the market. Overall, the Confectionery Market in Suriname is heavily influenced by the economic landscape of the country, both domestically and globally.

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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