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Yogurt Substitutes - Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic
  • Revenue in the Yogurt Substitutes market amounts to US$3.79m in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 8.19% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • In global comparison, most revenue is generated United States (US$470m in 2024).
  • In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$0.33 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Yogurt Substitutes market, volume is expected to amount to 219.20k kg by 2029. The Yogurt Substitutes market is expected to show a volume growth of 5.9% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the Yogurt Substitutes market is expected to amount to 0.0kg in 2024.

Definition:

Yogurt substitutes are non-dairy alternatives to traditional yogurt. They are made from plant-based ingredients, such as soy, coconut, almonds, or cashews. These substitutes aim to replicate the taste, texture, and nutritional properties of dairy yogurt without using any animal-derived ingredients. This makes them suitable for vegans, lactose intolerant individuals, those with dairy allergies, and/or people who simply wish to reduce their consumption of animal products. Yogurt substitutes often contain probiotics to promote gut health, and similarly to dairy-based yogurts, they can be used in various dishes and recipes.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (unit refers to kilogram). 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

  • Plain yogurt substitutes (vegan yogurt, without added flavouring)
  • Flavored yogurt substitutes, such as vanilla vegan yogurt, fruit vegan yogurt
  • Traditional vegan yogurt, Greek-style vegan yogurt, sugar-free vegan yogurt, high-protein vegan yogurt
  • Almond milk yogurt, soy milk yogurt, coconut milk yogurt, oat milk yogurt, cashew milk yogurt

Out-Of-Scope

  • Water kefir or Coconut water kefir
  • Milk substitutes
  • Cheese substitutes
  • Curdled milk substitutes
  • Drinkable vegan yogurt
  • 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

Global Comparison

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Analyst Opinion

The Yogurt Substitutes Market in the Dominican Republic is experiencing minimal growth due to factors such as low consumer awareness and limited availability of substitutes. Despite this, the market is expected to slowly expand in the coming years due to increasing health consciousness and the convenience of online shopping.

Customer preferences:
Consumers in the Dominican Republic are embracing alternative protein sources, including plant-based yogurt substitutes, due to growing environmental and health concerns. This trend is also driven by the rising popularity of vegan and flexitarian diets, as well as a growing awareness of lactose intolerance. As a result, dairy companies are expanding their product portfolios to include more non-dairy options, such as soy, coconut, and almond-based yogurt substitutes, to cater to shifting consumer preferences.

Trends in the market:
In the Dominican Republic, the Yogurt Substitutes Market of the Dairy Products & Eggs Market within The Food market is experiencing a shift towards plant-based alternatives, driven by a growing demand for healthier and more sustainable options. This trend is expected to continue, with consumers becoming more health-conscious and seeking out non-dairy options. Industry stakeholders must adapt to this trend, offering a diverse range of products that cater to different dietary preferences and needs. Additionally, there is a potential for partnerships and collaborations with local farmers and producers to source high-quality ingredients for these substitutes.

Local special circumstances:
In Dominican Republic, the Yogurt Substitutes Market of the Dairy Products & Eggs Market within The Food market is heavily influenced by cultural preferences. Due to the high consumption of dairy products in the country, there is a growing demand for non-dairy alternatives. Additionally, the government has implemented policies to promote sustainable and locally sourced products, leading to the popularity of plant-based yogurt substitutes made from local ingredients such as coconut, almonds, and cashews. These factors have created a unique market for yogurt substitutes in the country with a strong focus on health and sustainability, setting it apart from other markets.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The growth of the Yogurt Substitutes Market in the Dominican Republic is impacted by macroeconomic factors such as economic stability, government policies, and consumer preferences. With a stable economy and favorable investment climate, the country is experiencing a rise in demand for dairy alternatives, including yogurt substitutes. Additionally, the increasing health consciousness among consumers and the growing trend of veganism are driving the demand for plant-based yogurt substitutes in the country. This trend is expected to continue, as the country's economy and consumer spending power continue to grow.

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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