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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Most recent update: Sep 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights
Most recent update: Sep 2024
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Most recent update: Nov 2024
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The Ready-to-Eat Meals market in Turkey has been experiencing mild growth, driven by factors such as increasing demand for convenience food, changing lifestyles, and busy work schedules. Consumers are increasingly turning to online options for quick and easy meal solutions.
Customer preferences: Consumers in Turkey are increasingly opting for ready-to-eat meals as a convenient and time-saving option in their busy lifestyles. However, there is a growing demand for healthier and more nutritious options, as consumers become more health-conscious. This has led to a rise in the availability of ready-to-eat meals with clean and natural ingredients, catering to the growing trend of clean eating. Additionally, there is a shift towards plant-based and vegetarian options, in line with the rising awareness of environmental sustainability and ethical eating among consumers.
Trends in the market: In Turkey, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market within the Convenience Food Market of The Food market is experiencing a rise in demand for healthy and nutritious options. This trend is driven by the increasing awareness of the importance of a balanced diet and the convenience of ready-to-eat meals for busy lifestyles. As a result, companies are introducing innovative products with natural and organic ingredients to cater to this demand. Moreover, there is a growing trend of online ordering and delivery services for ready-to-eat meals, providing customers with a convenient and time-saving option. These trends are expected to continue in the coming years, presenting opportunities for industry stakeholders to expand their market share and meet the changing needs of consumers.
Local special circumstances: In Turkey, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market is heavily influenced by the country's unique cultural and geographical factors. Turkish cuisine, with its emphasis on fresh and locally sourced ingredients, has led to a demand for ready-to-eat meals that reflect these preferences. Additionally, the country's growing urban population and busy work culture have contributed to the popularity of convenient and on-the-go meal options. This has resulted in a wide range of ready-to-eat meals being available in the market, catering to different dietary preferences and tastes. Furthermore, Turkey's regulatory environment, with its focus on food safety and labeling requirements, has also played a role in shaping the market dynamics for ready-to-eat meals.
Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market in Turkey is influenced by macroeconomic factors such as consumer spending, urbanization, and changing lifestyles. As the Turkish economy continues to grow and urbanization rates increase, there is a higher demand for convenient and time-saving food options, leading to the growth of the ready-to-eat meals market. Additionally, government initiatives to promote healthy eating and improve food safety regulations also impact the market. Furthermore, factors such as rising income levels and the increasing number of working women in Turkey are driving the demand for ready-to-eat meals.
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.Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat
Most recent update: Sep 2024
Source: Statista Market Insights