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Ready-to-Eat Meals - Mongolia

Mongolia
  • Revenue in the Ready-to-Eat Meals market amounts to US$306.20m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 11.05% (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$87.65 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Ready-to-Eat Meals market, volume is expected to amount to 54.85m kg by 2029. The Ready-to-Eat Meals market is expected to show a volume growth of 4.4% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the Ready-to-Eat Meals market is expected to amount to 13.4kg 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

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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 Ready-to-Eat Meals market in Mongolia is seeing modest growth due to factors such as the increasing demand for convenience food, changing lifestyles, and the rise of urbanization. This growth is also impacted by the availability of a wide variety of options and the convenience of pre-packaged meals for busy consumers.

Customer preferences:
As Mongolia continues to modernize and urbanize, there has been a noticeable increase in demand for convenient and time-saving food options. This has led to a growing market for ready-to-eat meals, as consumers seek out quick and easy meal solutions to fit their busy lifestyles. As a result, there has been a rise in the availability and variety of ready-to-eat meals in the convenience food market. This trend is likely to continue as more consumers prioritize convenience and efficiency in their food choices.

Trends in the market:
In Mongolia, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market is experiencing a surge in demand due to changing lifestyles and increasing urbanization. Consumers are seeking convenience and time-saving options, leading to a rise in the availability of a variety of ready-to-eat meals. In response to this trend, companies are innovating and expanding their product portfolios to cater to diverse consumer preferences. This shift towards convenience food is expected to continue, with potential implications for industry stakeholders such as increased competition and the need for continuous product innovation to meet evolving consumer demands.

Local special circumstances:
In Mongolia, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market is influenced by the country's nomadic lifestyle and harsh climate. The demand for portable and shelf-stable meals is high among the population, especially in rural areas where access to fresh food is limited. Additionally, the government's support for the development of convenience food production facilities has led to an increase in domestic production, providing consumers with more affordable options. The market is also influenced by cultural preferences, with traditional Mongolian dishes being adapted into convenient ready-to-eat meals.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market in Mongolia is heavily influenced by macroeconomic factors, including global economic trends, national economic health, fiscal policies, and other relevant financial indicators. For instance, countries with a stable economic environment and favorable fiscal policies are likely to experience higher market growth compared to regions with economic instability and restrictive policies. Moreover, the rising disposable income and changing dietary preferences of consumers in Mongolia are driving the demand for convenient and ready-to-eat meal options, further boosting the growth of the market. Additionally, the increasing urbanization and busy lifestyle of consumers are also contributing to the growth of the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market in Mongolia.

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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