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Ready-to-Eat Meals - Cyprus

Cyprus
  • Revenue in the Ready-to-Eat Meals market amounts to US$102.30m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 4.88% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • In global comparison, most revenue is generated China (US$149bn in 2024).
  • In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$80.62 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Ready-to-Eat Meals market, volume is expected to amount to 16.51m kg by 2029. The Ready-to-Eat Meals market is expected to show a volume growth of 3.4% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the Ready-to-Eat Meals market is expected to amount to 11.2kg in 2024.

Definition:

The Ready-to-Eat Meals market covers prepared food and meals that can be eaten as is or after minimal preparation. These meals do not require cooking and are typically consumed after heating. These meals may also include disposable eating utensils. Classic frozen foods include meat, fish, vegetables, filled pasta, and frozen pizzas.

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

  • Ready-to-eat meals based on meat, fish or vegetables (e.g salads, sandwiches and wraps, sushi rolls)
  • Frozen pizzas, frozen dinners, frozen breakfast burritos, frozen ethnic foods
  • Frozen appetizers (e.g. spring rolls, dumplings, and chicken wings)
  • Filled pasta
  • Canned pasta meals, meal kits
  • Cup noodles, instant noodle, microwavable ramen bowls

Out-Of-Scope

  • Soups
  • 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

Source: Statista Market Insights

Price

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Sales Channels

Most recent update: Nov 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Global Comparison

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Analyst Opinion

The Ready-to-Eat Meals market in Cyprus is experiencing minimal growth, influenced by factors such as the increasing demand for convenience food, changing consumer preferences, and the rise of online food delivery services. Despite this slow growth, the Convenience Food Market in Cyprus remains a significant segment of the overall Food Market, driven by the busy lifestyles and time constraints of consumers.

Customer preferences:
As consumers become more health-conscious, the demand for ready-to-eat meals that cater to specific dietary needs is on the rise. This includes options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low-sugar diets. Additionally, there is a growing interest in plant-based and sustainable options, as consumers become more environmentally aware. This trend is driven by a combination of factors, including increasing health concerns, ethical considerations, and a desire for convenience in meal preparation.

Trends in the market:
In Cyprus, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market is experiencing a surge in demand for healthy and convenient meal options. This trend is driven by the busy lifestyles of consumers, who are increasingly looking for quick and easy meal solutions. As a result, there has been a rise in the availability of pre-packaged, ready-to-eat meals that cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, with an increasing number of industry players focusing on innovation and product development to meet the evolving needs of consumers. Additionally, the rise of e-commerce and online food delivery services in the country is also fueling the growth of the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market, as more consumers are opting for the convenience of ordering food online. This trend is significant for industry stakeholders as it presents opportunities for market expansion and diversification. However, it also poses challenges in terms of maintaining product quality and meeting food safety standards in the growing online food delivery market. Therefore, it is crucial for industry players to focus on maintaining high-quality standards and implementing proper food safety measures to ensure sustainable growth in the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market in Cyprus.

Local special circumstances:
In Cyprus, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market is heavily influenced by the Mediterranean diet and the country's strong tourism industry. The demand for healthy and convenient food options has led to the rise of local companies using traditional Cypriot ingredients in their ready-to-eat meals. Additionally, the country's strict regulations on food labeling and safety standards ensure high-quality products for both locals and tourists. This unique combination of factors has created a thriving market for ready-to-eat meals in Cyprus.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
In Cyprus, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market is impacted by various macroeconomic factors. Global economic trends play a crucial role in determining the demand for convenience food products, as fluctuations in disposable income and consumer spending patterns can affect the purchasing power of individuals. National economic health, such as GDP growth and unemployment rates, also influence the market as they directly impact consumer confidence and willingness to spend. Fiscal policies, including taxes and subsidies, can also affect the production and consumption of Ready-to-Eat Meals. Other relevant financial indicators such as inflation rates and interest rates can also have an impact on market performance. Overall, a stable and growing economy, supported by favorable fiscal and financial policies, can lead to increased demand and growth of the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market in Cyprus.

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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