Online Food Delivery

The Online Food Delivery market in Qatar is projected to reach a revenue of US$638.40m in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate of 11.59% from 2024 to 2029, resulting in a projected market volume of US$1.10bn by 2029.
In the Grocery Delivery market, a revenue growth of 19.6% is expected in 2025.0.
The Grocery Delivery market in Qatar has a projected market volume of US$429.40m in 2024.
In global comparison, China is expected to generate the most revenue with US$450.50bn in 2024.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) in the Grocery Delivery market in Qatar is projected to amount to US$604.70 in 2024.
In the Grocery Delivery market, the number of users is expected to reach 1.0m users by 2029.
User penetration in the Grocery Delivery market in Qatar will be at 30.3% in 2024.
Qatar's online food delivery market is booming, driven by a growing population of tech-savvy consumers and a high demand for convenience.

Definition:

Online Food Delivery refers to the intersection of ordering groceries and prepared meals online. Orders are typically placed through an app or website and delivery times vary.

Structure:

The Online Food Delivery market contains the user and revenue development of two different delivery service solutions: (1) Meal Delivery and (2) Grocery Delivery. Included are services that deliver prepared meals and food ordered online for direct consumption (Meal Delivery) and non-prepared food and beverage products, household, and personal care products (Grocery Delivery). Meal delivery includes the delivery of meals carried out directly by restaurants (Restaurant Delivery) and online delivery services that provide customers with meals from partner restaurants that do not necessarily have to offer food delivery themselves (Platform Delivery). Grocery Delivery consists of fresh, nonprepared products delivered from supermarkets or retailers where delivery is scheduled (Retail Delivery), Delivery that is under 3 hours and operates dark stores or own warehouses (Quick Commerce), and prepared fresh ingredients to be prepared at home, typically offered through a subscription service (Meal Kit Delivery).

Additional Information:

Revenue figures are the gross merchandise value (GMV), defined as the total sales dollar value for merchandise/food sold through the Online Food Delivery marketplace. User and revenue figures represent B2C services.

Meals and groceries ordered online that are directly delivered by the restaurant, retailer, or platform no matter if ordered via a platform (e.g. Delivery Hero, Instacart) or a restaurant/retailer website (e.g. Domino's, Walmart.com)
Online meal and grocery order and delivery both carried out by a platform (e.g. Deliveroo, Grab, Flink)

Phone orders
Click & collect Grocery orders
Ready-to-eat meals

The popularity of online food delivery services has been on the rise in Qatar, with an increasing number of consumers opting for the convenience of having their favorite meals delivered to their doorstep.

Customer preferences: The convenience of online food delivery services is a significant factor driving the growth of the market in Qatar. With busy work schedules and hectic lifestyles, consumers are increasingly turning to online food delivery services to save time and effort. Additionally, the wide range of cuisines and restaurants available on these platforms provides consumers with a variety of options to choose from.

Trends in the market: One of the notable trends in the online food delivery market in Qatar is the increasing demand for healthy food options. Consumers are becoming more health-conscious and are looking for healthier meal options that can be delivered to their homes. As a result, many online food delivery platforms have started offering healthy food options to cater to this demand. Another trend in the market is the increasing adoption of technology. Online food delivery platforms are leveraging technology to enhance the customer experience, with features such as real-time tracking of orders and personalized recommendations. Additionally, many platforms are partnering with restaurants to offer exclusive deals and discounts to customers who order through their platform.

Local special circumstances: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the online food delivery market in Qatar. With the closure of restaurants and the implementation of social distancing measures, consumers have increasingly turned to online food delivery services to satisfy their food cravings. As a result, many online food delivery platforms have seen a surge in demand during the pandemic.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: Qatar's rapidly growing economy and high per capita income are contributing to the growth of the online food delivery market. The country's large expatriate population, which includes a significant number of young professionals, is also a key driver of the market. These consumers are tech-savvy and value convenience, making them more likely to use online food delivery services. In conclusion, the online food delivery market in Qatar is growing rapidly, driven by the convenience of these services, increasing demand for healthy food options, and the adoption of technology. The COVID-19 pandemic has also had a significant impact on the market, with consumers increasingly turning to online food delivery services to satisfy their food cravings. The country's growing economy and high per capita income, as well as its large expatriate population, are contributing to the growth of the market.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) and represent what consumers pay for these products and services. The user metrics show the number of customers who have made at least one online purchase within the past 12 months.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on predefined factors for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies, third-party studies and reports, as well as survey results from our primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, GDP per capita, and internet connection speed. 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 S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing. The main drivers are internet users, urban population, usage of key players, and attitudes toward online services.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. GCS data is reweighted for representativeness.

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