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Snack Food - Senegal

Senegal
  • Revenue in the Snack Food market amounts to US$148.50m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 6.18% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • In global comparison, most revenue is generated United States (US$52bn in 2024).
  • In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$8.15 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Snack Food market, volume is expected to amount to 32.85m kg by 2029. The Snack Food market is expected to show a volume growth of 3.8% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the Snack Food market is expected to amount to 1.5kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Snack Food market covers food products that are typically eaten in between meals or as a quick bite. These meals are frequently created to be portable, simple to prepare, and easy to consume. Snack foods can be either salty or sweet. This market is divided into three submarkets: cookies and crackers, potato chips, tortilla chips, flips, and pretzels.

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

  • Potato chips
  • Extruded and expanded snacks (e.g. Cheetos, Wotsits)
  • Cookies and crackers
  • Pretzels

Out-Of-Scope

  • Dried fruit snacks
  • Nuts
  • 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 Snack Food market in Senegal is experiencing minimal growth, influenced by factors such as increasing urbanization, changing consumer preferences, and the convenience of on-the-go snacking. Sub-markets like Tortilla Chips, Flips & Pretzels, Potato Chips, and Cookies & Crackers contribute to this slow growth, with varying levels of demand and competition. The market is expected to continue growing at a steady pace due to the rising population and the growth of the food industry in Senegal.

Customer preferences:
In Senegal, consumer preferences for healthier snack options have been on the rise, driven by a growing focus on wellness and fitness. This has led to a shift towards natural and organic snacks, as well as increased demand for gluten-free and plant-based options. Additionally, the increasing urbanization and busy lifestyles of Senegalese consumers have also fueled the demand for convenient and on-the-go snack options, such as energy bars and protein snacks.

Trends in the market:
In Senegal, the Snack Food Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market is experiencing a rise in demand for healthier snack options. This trend is driven by an increasing awareness of health and wellness among consumers. With a growing number of health-conscious individuals, there is a rising demand for snacks that are low in sugar, salt, and saturated fats. This trend is expected to continue, as consumers become more health-conscious and seek out healthier snacking options. As a result, industry stakeholders can capitalize on this trend by offering a wider variety of healthier snack options and promoting the health benefits of these products. Moreover, this trend can also lead to the emergence of new players in the market, offering innovative and healthier snack alternatives.

Local special circumstances:
In Senegal, the Snack Food Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market is heavily influenced by the country's rich culinary culture and diverse geographical landscape. With a large coastline, seafood snacks are popular, while the traditional Senegalese cuisine, which heavily relies on grains and vegetables, has also influenced the snack market. Additionally, the country's growing urbanization and increasing disposable income have led to a rise in demand for convenient and portable snack options, such as energy bars and dried fruits. The regulatory environment is also a key factor, with the government promoting local production and consumption of snacks to support the economy.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Snack Food Market of the Confectionery & Snacks Market within The Food market is greatly impacted by macroeconomic factors, such as consumer spending patterns, trade policies, and economic stability. In Senegal, the market is influenced by the country's economic growth, which has been steadily increasing due to government initiatives and foreign investments. However, the market is also affected by global economic trends, as Senegal heavily relies on exports for its economic growth. Despite this, the country's favorable regulatory environment and increasing disposable income are driving the demand for snack food products. Additionally, the growing urbanization and changing lifestyle of the population are also contributing to the market's 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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