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Gingerbread Market in the EU to Expand Moderately Over the Next Decade

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Gingerbread Market in the EU to Expand Moderately Over the Next Decade

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘EU – Gingerbread – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the gingerbread market in the European Union amounted to $704M in 2018. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price).

Consumption By Country in the EU

The countries with the highest volumes of gingerbread consumption in 2018 were Germany (73K tonnes), the Netherlands (40K tonnes) and Spain (35K tonnes), together comprising 53% of total consumption. These countries were followed by Italy, Poland, Belgium, France, Romania, Greece, Sweden, the Czech Republic and Austria, which together accounted for a further 35%.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of gingerbread consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Italy, while gingerbread consumption for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($209M), Italy ($114M) and the Netherlands ($88M) were the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2018, with a combined 58% share of the total market. Poland, France, Belgium, Greece, Sweden, Austria, Romania, the Czech Republic and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

In 2018, the highest levels of gingerbread per capita consumption was registered in the Netherlands (2,361 kg per 1000 persons), followed by Germany (886 kg per 1000 persons), Belgium (799 kg per 1000 persons) and Spain (748 kg per 1000 persons), while the world average per capita consumption of gingerbread was estimated at 544 kg per 1000 persons.

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in the EU

Driven by rising demand for gingerbread in the European Union, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of +0.8% for the period from 2018 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 304K tonnes by the end of 2030.

Production in the EU

In 2018, approx. 294K tonnes of gingerbread were produced in the European Union; flattening at the previous year. In general, gingerbread production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014, when gingerbread production reached its peak volume of 305K tonnes. From 2015 to 2018, gingerbread production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Production By Country in the EU

The countries with the highest volumes of gingerbread production in 2018 were Germany (83K tonnes), the Netherlands (45K tonnes) and Spain (37K tonnes), with a combined 56% share of total production. These countries were followed by Italy, Poland, Ireland, Belgium and Sweden, which together accounted for a further 31%.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of gingerbread production, amongst the main producing countries, was attained by Ireland, while gingerbread production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports in the EU

In 2018, the exports of gingerbread in the European Union stood at 79K tonnes, surging by 11% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, gingerbread exports attained their peak figure in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the near future. In value terms, gingerbread exports amounted to $250M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

Germany (18K tonnes) and Ireland (17K tonnes) represented the major exporters of gingerbread in 2018, finishing at approx. 22% and 21% of total exports, respectively. Poland (8,694 tonnes) held an 11% share (based on tonnes) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by the UK (9.4%), Belgium (7%), the Netherlands (6.4%) and France (6.1%).

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Ireland, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($73M), Ireland ($43M) and Poland ($27M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2018, with a combined 57% share of total exports.

Export Prices by Country

The gingerbread export price in the European Union stood at $3,160 per tonne in 2018, shrinking by -2.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the gingerbread export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the export prices for gingerbread attained their maximum at $3,530 per tonne in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, export prices failed to regain their momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Germany ($4,095 per tonne), while France ($1,805 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports in the EU

In 2018, approx. 63K tonnes of gingerbread were imported in the European Union; increasing by 14% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2007 to 2018. In value terms, gingerbread imports stood at $190M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

France (10,983 tonnes), the UK (8,519 tonnes) and Germany (7,870 tonnes) represented roughly 43% of total imports of gingerbread in 2018. Belgium (4,999 tonnes) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 7.9% share, followed by Austria (6.4%), the Czech Republic (6.2%) and Romania (5%). Portugal (2,738 tonnes), Ireland (2,359 tonnes), Slovakia (2,153 tonnes), Hungary (1,899 tonnes) and Italy (1,716 tonnes) held a little share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Portugal, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($42M), Germany ($26M) and the UK ($24M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2018, together accounting for 49% of total imports.

Import Prices by Country

The gingerbread import price in the European Union stood at $3,008 per tonne in 2018, shrinking by -2.2% against the previous year. Overall, the gingerbread import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was France ($3,852 per tonne), while Belgium ($1,877 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovakia, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Portugal and Italy Remain the Largest Carob Markets Worldwide

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘World – Carob – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The global carob market revenue amounted to $111M in 2018. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, carob consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global carob market reached its maximum level at $116M in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2018, consumption failed to regain its momentum.

Consumption By Country

The countries with the highest volumes of carob consumption in 2018 were Portugal (38K tonnes), Italy (34K tonnes) and Turkey (14K tonnes), with a combined 60% share of global consumption.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of carob consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Portugal, while carob consumption for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($34M) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($14M). It was followed by Portugal.

The countries with the highest levels of carob per capita consumption in 2018 were Portugal (3,679 kg per 1000 persons), Cyprus (2,688 kg per 1000 persons) and Greece (1,121 kg per 1000 persons).

Market Forecast 2019-2025

Driven by increasing demand for carob, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next seven-year period. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +0.8% for the seven-year period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 152K tonnes by the end of 2025.

Production 2007-2018

In 2018, the global carob production stood at 165K tonnes, increasing by 1.8% against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the period from 2012 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations over the period under review. In 2014, global carob production attained its peak volume of 191K tonnes, thanks to the high yields in Portugal, which remains major carob producer. From 2015 to 2018, global carob production growth, however, remained at a somewhat lower figure. The general positive trend in terms of carob output was largely conditioned by a modest expansion of the harvested area and a temperate increase in yield figures.

Production By Country

The countries with the highest volumes of carob production in 2018 were Portugal (43K tonnes), Italy (29K tonnes) and Spain (23K tonnes), together accounting for 58% of global production. Morocco, Turkey, Greece and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.

Harvested Area 2007-2018

In 2018, approx. 42K ha of carob were harvested worldwide; therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the carob harvested area, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1.6% against the previous year. The global carob harvested area peaked at 43K ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Yield 2007-2018

In 2018, the global average carob yield stood at 4 tonne per ha, jumping by 1.5% against the previous year. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the period from 2012 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years.

Exports 2007-2018

In 2018, the amount of carob exported worldwide totaled 56K tonnes, picking up by 11% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.9% from 2012 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The global exports peaked in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the near future. In value terms, carob exports amounted to $27M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

In 2018, Morocco (20K tonnes) and Spain (15K tonnes) represented the main exporters of carob in the world, together amounting to near 63% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Algeria (7,538 tonnes) and Portugal (5,452 tonnes), together comprising a 23% share of total exports. Cyprus (2,348 tonnes), Turkey (1,487 tonnes) and Italy (1,121 tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Morocco, while exports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Morocco ($6.7M), Spain ($6.2M) and Algeria ($4.4M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2018, together accounting for 65% of global exports.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the average carob export price amounted to $474 per tonne, waning by -3.6% against the previous year. In general, the carob export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices for carob attained their maximum at $572 per tonne in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2018, export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Italy ($1,126 per tonne), while Morocco ($332 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports 2007-2018

In 2018, the amount of carob imported worldwide totaled 34K tonnes, picking up by 3.4% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review. In value terms, carob imports amounted to $29M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

In 2018, Italy (6.5K tonnes), distantly followed by Switzerland (3,758 tonnes), Thailand (3,343 tonnes), Egypt (2,530 tonnes), Belgium (2,349 tonnes), Spain (2,018 tonnes), France (1,909 tonnes), the U.S. (1,837 tonnes), the Czech Republic (1,608 tonnes) and Germany (1,556 tonnes) were the main importers of carob, together comprising 80% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the U.S., while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($9.9M) constitutes the largest market for imported carob worldwide, comprising 34% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($3.9M), with a 14% share of global imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 9.7% share.

Import Prices by Country

The average carob import price stood at $844 per tonne in 2018, going up by 15% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%.  The global import price peaked in 2018 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($2,644 per tonne), while France ($357 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Rising Demand in China Drives Grape Market in Asia-Pacific

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘Asia-Pacific – Grapes – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the grape market in Asia-Pacific amounted to $35.2B in 2018, going up by 5.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The total market indicated strong growth from 2007 to 2018: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.9% over the last eleven-year period. The level of grape consumption peaked in 2018 and is expected to retain its growth in the near future.

Consumption By Country in Asia-Pacific

The country with the largest volume of grape consumption was China (14M tonnes), accounting for 66% of total volume. Moreover, grape consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India (2.9M tonnes), fivefold. Australia (1.8M tonnes) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 8.2% share.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in China totaled +7.1%. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of consumption growth: India (+5.5% per year) and Australia (+1.5% per year).

In value terms, China ($21B) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India ($4.7B). It was followed by Australia.

The countries with the highest levels of grape per capita consumption in 2018 were New Zealand (92 kg per person), Australia (71 kg per person) and Afghanistan (24 kg per person).

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in Asia-Pacific

Driven by increasing demand for grape in Asia-Pacific, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next seven years. Market performance is forecast to decelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +4.2% for the seven-year period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 29M tonnes by the end of 2025.

Production in Asia-Pacific

In 2018, the amount of grapes produced in Asia-Pacific stood at 21M tonnes, jumping by 6.1% against the previous year. The total output indicated a buoyant increase from 2007 to 2018: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.8% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, grape production increased by +86.7% against 2007 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 with an increase of 18% year-to-year. The general positive trend in terms of grape output is largely conditioned by a resilient increase of the harvested area and slight growth in yield figures.

Production By Country in Asia-Pacific

China (14M tonnes) remains the largest grape producing country in Asia-Pacific, comprising approx. 66% of total volume. Moreover, grape production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India (3.1M tonnes), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Australia (1.9M tonnes), with a 8.8% share.

In China, grape production increased at an average annual rate of +6.9% over the period from 2007-2018. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: India (+5.7% per year) and Australia (+1.8% per year).

Harvested Area in Asia-Pacific

In 2018, the total area harvested in terms of grapes production in Asia-Pacific amounted to 1.3M ha, increasing by 4.6% against the previous year. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years.

Yield in Asia-Pacific

The average grape yield totaled 16 tonne per ha in 2018, standing approx. at the previous year. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the period from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed over the period under review.

Exports in Asia-Pacific

In 2018, the amount of grapes exported in Asia-Pacific amounted to 773K tonnes, growing by 11% against the previous year. Overall, grape exports continue to indicate prominent growth. In value terms, grape exports amounted to $1.2B (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

China, Hong Kong SAR (201K tonnes), Afghanistan (176K tonnes), India (172K tonnes), and Australia (124K tonnes)  represented roughly 87% of total exports of grapes in 2018.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Afghanistan, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest grape supplying countries in Asia-Pacific were China, Hong Kong SAR ($369M), Australia ($286M) and India ($275M), with a combined 77% share of total exports.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the grape export price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $1,569 per tonne, coming down by -5.1% against the previous year. Overall, the grape export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 an increase of 13% against the previous year. In that year, the export prices for grapes reached their peak level of $1,821 per tonne. From 2012 to 2018, the growth in terms of the export prices for grapes remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Australia ($2,306 per tonne), while Afghanistan ($595 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

Imports in Asia-Pacific

In 2018, the amount of grapes imported in Asia-Pacific stood at 1.2M tonnes, growing by 15% against the previous year. Overall, grape imports continue to indicate buoyant growth. Over the period under review, grape imports reached their maximum in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the immediate term. In value terms, grape imports totaled $2.6B (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

In 2018, China (277K tonnes) and China, Hong Kong SAR (238K tonnes) represented the major importers of grapes in Asia-Pacific, together generating 44% of total imports. Thailand (158K tonnes) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 13% share, followed by Indonesia (11%), South Korea (5.6%) and Pakistan (4.6%). Japan (41K tonnes), the Philippines (35K tonnes), Malaysia (34K tonnes), Australia (29K tonnes), Viet Nam (27K tonnes) and Taiwan, Chinese (26K tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Pakistan, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest grape importing markets in Asia-Pacific were China ($628M), China, Hong Kong SAR ($497M) and Thailand ($410M), with a combined 59% share of total imports. Indonesia, South Korea, Pakistan, Japan, Malaysia, Australia, Taiwan, Chinese, Viet Nam and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

Import Prices by Country

The grape import price in Asia-Pacific stood at $2,224 per tonne in 2018, going down by -2.7% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The level of import price peaked at $2,366 per tonne in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Taiwan ($2,672 per tonne), while the Philippines ($1,625 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Crispbread Market in Germany To Continue Moderate Growth

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘Germany – Crispbread – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the crispbread market in Germany amounted to $88M in 2018, surging by 6.4% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period.

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in Germany

Driven by increasing demand for crispbread in Germany, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next seven-year period. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +1.2% for the period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 30K tonnes by the end of 2025.

Production in Germany

In 2018, the crispbread production in Germany totaled 49K tonnes, remaining constant against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, crispbread production reached its peak figure volume in 2018 and is likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

Exports from Germany

Crispbread exports from Germany stood at 30K tonnes in 2018, remaining stable against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review. In value terms, crispbread exports amounted to $100M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (4.9K tonnes), Sweden (4K tonnes) and Italy (3.6K tonnes) were the main destinations of crispbread exports from Germany, together comprising 41% of total exports. The UK, France, Poland, the U.S., Austria, Denmark, Spain, Switzerland and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 49%.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by France, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for crispbread exported from Germany were France ($15M), the Netherlands ($14M) and Sweden ($12M), with a combined 41% share of total exports.

Export Prices by Country

The average crispbread export price stood at $3,308 per tonne in 2018, growing by 7.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($6,863 per tonne), while the average price for exports to the Czech Republic ($2,589 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Switzerland, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports into Germany

In 2018, the crispbread imports into Germany totaled 8K tonnes, growing by 5.5% against the previous year. In general, crispbread imports, however, continue to indicate a mild contraction. In value terms, crispbread imports amounted to $22M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

In 2018, Sweden (4.3K tonnes) constituted the largest crispbread supplier to Germany, with a 54% share of total imports. Moreover, crispbread imports from Sweden exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Finland (1.6K tonnes), threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy (924 tonnes), with a 12% share.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Sweden amounted to -2.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Finland (-0.8% per year) and Italy (-2.1% per year).

In value terms, Sweden ($8.7M), Finland ($5.9M) and Italy ($2.5M) constituted the largest crispbread suppliers to Germany, together accounting for 77% of total imports. Switzerland, Poland and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the average crispbread import price amounted to $2,772 per tonne, rising by 6.3% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($6,047 per tonne), while the price for Sweden ($2,021 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Sweet Biscuit, Waffle And Wafer Market in the EU Reached $5.5B

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘EU – Sweet Biscuits, Waffles And Wafers – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the market for sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in the European Union amounted to $5.5B in 2018, surging by 3.2% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Consumption By Country in the EU

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in 2018 were the UK (278K tonnes), Italy (269K tonnes) and France (224K tonnes), with a combined 50% share of total consumption. These countries were followed by Germany, Spain, Ireland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Hungary and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 39%.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of consumption of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Romania, while consumption of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest sweet biscuit, waffle and wafer markets in the European Union were Italy ($1.4B), the UK ($1B) and France ($697M), together accounting for 56% of the total market. These countries were followed by Germany, Spain, Ireland, Romania, Portugal, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Hungary and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 35%.

The countries with the highest levels of sweet biscuit, waffle and wafer per capita consumption in 2018 were Ireland (11,206 kg per 1000 persons), Slovakia (6,497 kg per 1000 persons) and Portugal (4,933 kg per 1000 persons).

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in the EU

Driven by rising demand for sweet biscuit, waffle and wafer in the European Union, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next seven-year period. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of +0.6% for the seven-year period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 1.6M tonnes by the end of 2025.

Production in the EU

In 2018, approx. 1.8M tonnes of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers were produced in the European Union; lowering by -3.6% against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the period from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations over the period under review. The volume of production of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers peaked at 1.9M tonnes in 2017, and then declined slightly in the following year.

Production By Country in the EU

The countries with the highest volumes of production of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in 2018 were Italy (281K tonnes), Germany (270K tonnes) and the UK (215K tonnes), together comprising 43% of total production. These countries were followed by Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, France, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria and Denmark, which together accounted for a further 50%.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of production of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers, amongst the main producing countries, was attained by the Czech Republic, while production of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports in the EU

In 2018, the exports of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in the European Union totaled 2M tonnes, going up by 2.3% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, exports of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers reached their maximum in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the near future. In value terms, exports of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers amounted to $7.1B (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

The exports of the four major exporters of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers, namely Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and Poland, represented more than half of total export. Italy (142K tonnes) occupied a 7.2% share (based on tonnes) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by the UK (6.8%), Spain (6%), the Czech Republic (5.4%) and France (5.4%).

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by the Czech Republic, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest sweet biscuit, waffle and wafer supplying countries in the European Union were Germany ($1.2B), the Netherlands ($936M) and Poland ($889M), together comprising 42% of total exports. Belgium, Italy, the UK, France, Spain and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the export price for sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in the European Union amounted to $3,641 per tonne, going up by 4.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price for sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Italy ($5,039 per tonne), while Spain ($2,375 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports in the EU

In 2018, the imports of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in the European Union stood at 1.7M tonnes, jumping by 4.7% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the period from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. In value terms, imports of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers totaled $5.3B (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

France (258K tonnes), Germany (216K tonnes) and the UK (197K tonnes) represented roughly 40% of total imports of sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in 2018. Italy (129K tonnes) took the next position in the ranking, followed by Belgium (120K tonnes) and the Netherlands (115K tonnes). All these countries together held approx. 22% share of total imports. Spain (73K tonnes), Austria (65K tonnes), Portugal (62K tonnes), Ireland (61K tonnes), Romania (57K tonnes) and Poland (55K tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Romania, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest sweet biscuit, waffle and wafer importing markets in the European Union were France ($794M), Germany ($750M) and the UK ($735M), together comprising 43% of total imports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Austria, Poland, Ireland, Portugal and Romania, which together accounted for a further 41%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the import price for sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers in the European Union amounted to $3,154 per tonne, rising by 2.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price for sweet biscuits, waffles and wafers continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was the UK ($3,741 per tonne), while Portugal ($2,437 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Long-Term Growth of Mango And Mangosteen Market in the U.S. Is Losing Momentum

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘U.S. – Mangoes, Mangosteens And Guavas – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the mango and mangosteen market in the U.S. amounted to $558M in 2018. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, mango and mangosteen consumption continues to indicate a strong increase. Over the period under review, the mango and mangosteen market attained its peak figure level in 2018 and is expected to retain its growth in the near future.

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in the U.S.

Driven by increasing demand for mango and mangosteen in the U.S., largely supported by rising Hispanic population, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next seven years. Market performance is forecast to decelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +2.9% for the seven-year period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 579K tonnes by the end of 2025.

Production in the U.S.

Mango and mangosteen production in the U.S. amounted to 930 tonnes in 2018, declining by -7.5% against the previous year. Overall, mango and mangosteen production continues to indicate an abrupt contraction, as mangoes are not cultivated largely across the U.S., and mango imports are widely available.

Harvested Area And Yield in the U.S.

In 2018, the total area harvested in terms of mangoes, mangosteens and guavas production in the U.S. stood at 53 ha, falling by -18.5% against the previous year. Average yield of mangoes, mangosteens and guavas in the U.S. amounted to 18 tonne per ha in 2018, jumping by 13% against the previous year.

Exports from the U.S.

In 2018, the mango and mangosteen exports from the U.S. stood at 27K tonnes, declining by -4.7% against the previous year. Overall, mango and mangosteen exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when exports increased by 35% y-o-y. Exports peaked at 31K tonnes in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, exports failed to regain their momentum. In value terms, mango and mangosteen exports totaled $40M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

Canada (15K tonnes) was the main destination for mango and mangosteen exports from the U.S., accounting for a 55% share of total exports. Moreover, mango and mangosteen exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (2.4K tonnes), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany (2.4K tonnes), with a 8.8% share.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada amounted to +7.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (+2.4% per year) and Germany (+11.3% per year).

In value terms, Canada ($21M) remains the key foreign market for mango and mangosteen exports from the U.S., comprising 53% of total mango and mangosteen exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany ($5.3M), with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 7.6% share.

Export Prices by Country

The average mango and mangosteen export price stood at $1,502 per tonne in 2018, increasing by 2.5% against the previous year. Over the last eleven years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 14% year-to-year. The export price peaked in 2018 and is likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Germany ($2,259 per tonne), while the average price for exports to the UK ($1,140 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports into the U.S.

In 2018, the mango and mangosteen imports into the U.S. stood at 500K tonnes, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, the total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2007 to 2018: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Imports peaked in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the near future. In value terms, mango and mangosteen imports amounted to $637M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

In 2018, Mexico (311K tonnes) constituted the largest mango and mangosteen supplier to the U.S., with a 62% share of total imports. Moreover, mango and mangosteen imports from Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Peru (50K tonnes), sixfold. Ecuador (49K tonnes) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9.7% share.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Mexico stood at +5.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Peru (+5.6% per year) and Ecuador (+4.7% per year).

In value terms, Mexico ($380M) constituted the largest supplier of mango and mangosteen to the U.S., comprising 60% of total mango and mangosteen imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Peru ($61M), with a 9.5% share of total imports. It was followed by the Philippines, with a 7% share.

Import Prices by Country

The average mango and mangosteen import price stood at $1,273 per tonne in 2018, going up by 17% against the previous year. In general, the mango and mangosteen import price continues to indicate perceptible growth.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($2,892 per tonne), while the price for Ecuador ($862 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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France and Germany Remain The Largest Markets for Imported Figs in the EU

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘EU – Figs – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the fig market in the European Union amounted to $431M in 2018, rising by 5.6% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. Over the period under review, the fig market attained its peak figure level in 2018 and is likely to continue its growth in the near future.

Consumption By Country in the EU

The countries with the highest volumes of fig consumption in 2018 were Spain (32K tonnes), France (18K tonnes) and Germany (13K tonnes), together accounting for 55% of total consumption. Italy, Greece, the UK, Austria, Portugal and Cyprus lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of fig consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Austria, while fig consumption for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Spain ($111M), France ($61M) and Germany ($51M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2018, together accounting for 51% of the total market. These countries were followed by Italy, Greece, the UK, Cyprus, Austria and Portugal, which together accounted for a further 38%.

In 2018, the highest levels of fig per capita consumption was registered in Cyprus (3,009 kg per 1000 persons), followed by Greece (751 kg per 1000 persons), Spain (684 kg per 1000 persons) and Austria (568 kg per 1000 persons), while the world average per capita consumption of fig was estimated at 228 kg per 1000 persons.

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in the EU

Driven by increasing demand for fig in the European Union, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next seven years. Market performance is forecast to accelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +1.5% for the seven-year period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 129K tonnes by the end of 2025.

Production in the EU

The fig production stood at 73K tonnes in 2018, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, fig production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Production By Country in the EU

Spain (38K tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of fig production, accounting for 52% of total volume. Moreover, fig production in Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Greece (13K tonnes), threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy (11K tonnes), with a 15% share.

From 2007 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Spain stood at +3.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Greece (-3.9% per year) and Italy (-4.0% per year).

Harvested Area and Yield in the EU

In 2018, the fig harvested area in the European Union stood at 24K ha, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the fig harvested area continues to indicate a slight decrease.

In 2018, the average yield of figs in the European Union amounted to 3 tonne per ha, rising by 1.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the fig yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports in the EU

The exports amounted to 28K tonnes in 2018, approximately mirroring the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The volume of exports peaked in 2018 and are likely to continue its growth in the immediate term. In value terms, fig exports amounted to $117M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

The exports of the five major exporters of figs, namely Spain, Greece, the Netherlands, Germany and Italy, represented more than two-thirds of total export. It was distantly followed by France (1,995 tonnes), constituting a 7.1% share of total exports. Belgium (1,247 tonnes) occupied a minor share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Greece, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest fig markets in the European Union were Spain ($26M), the Netherlands ($21M) and Germany ($18M), with a combined 55% share of total exports.

Export Prices by Country

The figs export price in the European Union stood at $4,194 per tonne in 2018, picking up by 7.4% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($5,523 per tonne), while Italy ($3,137 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports in the EU

In 2018, approx. 71K tonnes of figs were imported in the European Union; remaining constant against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The volume of imports peaked at 75K tonnes in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2018, imports remained at a lower figure. In value terms, fig imports amounted to $277M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

France (17K tonnes) and Germany (17K tonnes) represented roughly 47% of total imports of figs in 2018. The UK (7,521 tonnes) occupied an 11% share (based on tonnes) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Austria (7.3%), the Netherlands (6.4%) and Italy (6.1%). Belgium (2,932 tonnes), Poland (1,568 tonnes), Sweden (1,523 tonnes), Spain (1,423 tonnes), Portugal (1,246 tonnes) and Denmark (1,076 tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Austria, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($64M), France ($56M) and the UK ($29M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2018, with a combined 54% share of total imports. Austria, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Poland, Spain, Denmark and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

Import Prices by Country

The fig import price in the European Union stood at $3,875 per tonne in 2018, rising by 1.8% against the previous year. In general, the figs import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Italy ($4,903 per tonne), while Portugal ($3,073 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Margarine and Shortening Market in Latin America and the Caribbean To Continue Moderate Expansion

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘Latin America and the Caribbean – Margarine And Shortening – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the margarine and shortening market in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $1.8B in 2018, leveling off at the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the period from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period.

Consumption By Country in Latin America and the Caribbean

Brazil (596K tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of margarine and shortening consumption, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, margarine and shortening consumption in Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Chile (183K tonnes), threefold. Mexico (183K tonnes) ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 11% share.

In Brazil, margarine and shortening consumption increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the period from 2007-2018. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of consumption growth: Chile (-4.7% per year) and Mexico (+6.7% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($652M) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico ($285M). It was followed by Colombia.

In 2018, the highest levels of margarine and shortening per capita consumption was registered in Chile (10,048 kg per 1000 persons), followed by Venezuela (3,820 kg per 1000 persons), Colombia (3,529 kg per 1000 persons) and Peru (3,442 kg per 1000 persons), while the world average per capita consumption of margarine and shortening was estimated at 2,528 kg per 1000 persons.

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in Latin America and the Caribbean

Driven by increasing demand for margarine and shortening in Latin America and the Caribbean, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next seven years. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +2.3% for the period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 1.9M tonnes by the end of 2025.

Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

The margarine and shortening production totaled 1.5M tonnes in 2018, increasing by 2.7% against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% from 2007 to 2018. The volume of margarine and shortening production peaked in 2018 and is likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

Production By Country in Latin America and the Caribbean

Brazil (556K tonnes) remains the largest margarine and shortening producing country in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising approx. 38% of the total volume. It was followed by Argentina (199K tonnes) and Colombia (160K tonnes) which ranked second and third, respectively, in terms of total production.

In Brazil, margarine and shortening production remained relatively stable over the period from 2007-2018. In other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Argentina (+1.2% per year) and Colombia (+6.3% per year).

Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2018, the exports of margarine and shortening in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to 271K tonnes, dropping by -5.5% against the previous year. In value terms, margarine and shortening exports amounted to $350M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

Argentina remains the largest exporter of margarine and shortening exported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with the volume of exports accounting for 107K tonnes, which was approx. 39% of total exports in 2018. Uruguay (30K tonnes) ranks second in terms of the total exports with an 11% share, followed by Mexico (9.9%), Colombia (9.5%), Guatemala (8.4%) and Brazil (5.1%). El Salvador (11K tonnes) took a little share of total exports.

Exports from Argentina decreased at an average annual rate of -4.4% from 2007 to 2018. At the same time, Uruguay (+14.4%), Mexico (+13.4%), Colombia (+7.7%) and Guatemala (+7.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Uruguay emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +14.4% from 2007-2018. El Salvador experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Brazil (-5.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period.

In value terms, the largest margarine and shortening exporters in Latin America and the Caribbean were Argentina ($90M), Uruguay ($88M) and Mexico ($41M), together comprising 62% of total exports.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Uruguay recorded the highest growth rate of market size, over the period under review, while exports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2018, the margarine and shortening export price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $1,289 per tonne, remaining relatively stable against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.9%.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Uruguay ($2,930 per tonne), while Argentina ($842 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by El Salvador, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2018, the margarine and shortening imports in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to 456K tonnes, surging by 10% against the previous year. Over the period under review, margarine and shortening imports attained their maximum in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the immediate term. In value terms, margarine and shortening imports totaled $600M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

Chile represents the key importer of margarine and shortening imported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with the volume of imports resulting at 149K tonnes, which was near 33% of total imports in 2018. Mexico (55K tonnes) took a 12% share (based on tonnes) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Brazil (12%), Colombia (9%) and El Salvador (6.3%). Argentina (18K tonnes), Peru (11K tonnes), Guatemala (11K tonnes), Panama (10K tonnes), Trinidad and Tobago (7.5K tonnes), Nicaragua (7.2K tonnes) and Honduras (7.1K tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into Chile decreased at an average annual rate of -5.6% from 2007 to 2018. At the same time, El Salvador (+12.0%), Colombia (+12.0%), Honduras (+11.3%), Trinidad and Tobago (+10.8%), Brazil (+10.5%), Argentina (+7.4%), Panama (+6.5%), Mexico (+3.6%) and Guatemala (+3.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, El Salvador emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +12.0% from 2007-2018. Peru and Nicaragua experienced a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, Chile ($144M), Mexico ($113M) and Brazil ($90M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2018, together comprising 58% of total imports. These countries were followed by Colombia, Argentina, El Salvador, Peru, Guatemala, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Nicaragua and Honduras, which together accounted for a further 30%.

Import Prices by Country

The margarine and shortening import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $1,316 per tonne in 2018, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the last eleven-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($2,042 per tonne), while Colombia ($947 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Vinegar Market in the EU Increases for the Third Consecutive Year, Reaching $871M

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘EU – Vinegar – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the vinegar market in the European Union amounted to $871M in 2018, picking up by 3.4% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, vinegar consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Consumption By Country

The countries with the highest volumes of vinegar consumption in 2018 were Germany (232M litres), France (183M litres) and Italy (119M litres), together accounting for 49% of total consumption. These countries were followed by Spain, the UK, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Romania, the Czech Republic, Portugal and Austria, which together accounted for a further 41%.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of vinegar consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Austria, while vinegar consumption for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($214M), Germany ($137M) and France ($120M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2018, together accounting for 54% of the total market. Spain, the Netherlands, the UK, Belgium, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Romania and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

The countries with the highest levels of vinegar per capita consumption in 2018 were the Netherlands (3,108 litres per 1000 persons), Germany (2,828 litres per 1000 persons) and France (2,800 litres per 1000 persons).

Market Forecast 2019-2025 in the EU

Driven by increasing demand for vinegar in the European Union, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next seven years. The market volume is forecast to expand with an anticipated CAGR of +1.1% for the period from 2018 to 2025, which is projected to bring the market volume to 1.2B litres by the end of 2025.

Production in the EU

In 2018, the production of vinegar in the European Union amounted to 1.2B litres, picking up by 2.8% against the previous year. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% from 2007 to 2018; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed over the period under review. Over the period under review, vinegar production attained its maximum volume in 2018 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Production By Country in the EU

The countries with the highest volumes of vinegar production in 2018 were Germany (211M litres), Italy (185M litres) and France (182M litres), together comprising 50% of total production.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of vinegar production, amongst the main producing countries, was attained by France, while vinegar production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports in the EU

The exports amounted to 378M litres in 2018, increasing by 2.4% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the period from 2007 to 2018. In value terms, vinegar exports stood at $519M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

Italy was the main exporter of vinegar exported in the European Union, with the volume of exports reaching 124M litres, which was approx. 33% of total exports in 2018. Germany (40M litres) held an 11% share (based on tonnes) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Greece (9.6%), Spain (8%), the Netherlands (7.5%), the Czech Republic (7%) and France (6.8%).

Italy experienced a relatively flat trend pattern of vinegar exports. At the same time, the Czech Republic (+19.3%), the Netherlands (+7.8%), Germany (+3.3%) and Greece (+2.3%) displayed positive paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($303M) remains the largest vinegar supplier in the European Union, comprising 58% of total vinegar exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($43M), with a 8.3% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 7.1% share.

Export Prices by Country

The vinegar export price in the European Union stood at $1.4 per litre in 2018, growing by 9% against the previous year. In general, the vinegar export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the export prices for vinegar reached their peak figure at $1.4 per litre in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Italy ($2.4 per litre), while the Czech Republic ($0.5 per litre) was amongst the lowest. From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports in the EU

In 2018, approx. 315M litres of vinegar were imported in the European Union; rising by 4.2% against the previous year. The total imports indicated buoyant growth from 2007 to 2018: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The volume of imports peaked in 2018 and are expected to retain its growth in the near future. In value terms, vinegar imports totaled $355M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

Germany (60M litres) and Italy (58M litres) represented roughly 38% of total imports of vinegar in 2018. The UK (32M litres) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 10% share, followed by France (8.3%), the Netherlands (6.3%) and Belgium (5.6%). The following importers – Hungary (14M litres), Austria (12M litres), the Czech Republic (11M litres), Poland (10M litres), Sweden (9.1M litres) and Spain (8.9M litres) – together made up 21% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Hungary, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($86M), the UK ($53M) and France ($52M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2018, together comprising 54% of total imports. Italy, Austria, the Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Poland and Hungary lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the vinegar import price in the European Union amounted to $1.1 per litre, jumping by 14% against the previous year. Overall, the vinegar import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was France ($2 per litre), while Hungary ($0.5 per litre) was amongst the lowest.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform

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Cocoa Powder Market in the EU Flattened at $814M

IndexBox has just published a new report: ‘EU – Cocoa Powder (Not Sweetened) – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights’. Here is a summary of the report’s key findings.

The revenue of the cocoa powder market in the European Union amounted to $814M in 2018, approximately reflecting the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, cocoa powder consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the cocoa powder market reached its maximum level at $1.4B in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2018, consumption failed to regain its momentum.

Consumption By Country

The countries with the highest volumes of cocoa powder consumption in 2018 were the UK (47K tonnes), Germany (41K tonnes) and Spain (35K tonnes), together accounting for 41% of total consumption. Italy, Poland, France, the Netherlands, Romania, Hungary, Belgium, Greece and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 47%.

In value terms, the largest cocoa powder markets in the European Union were Germany ($124M), the UK ($122M) and Spain ($91M), with a combined 41% share of the total market.

The countries with the highest levels of cocoa powder per capita consumption in 2018 were the Netherlands (948 kg per 1000 persons), Hungary (934 kg per 1000 persons) and Spain (758 kg per 1000 persons).

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of cocoa powder per capita consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by Poland, while cocoa powder per capita consumption for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Production in the EU

Cocoa powder production amounted to 536K tonnes in 2018, growing by 2.7% against the previous year. Overall, cocoa powder production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with an increase of 13% against the previous year. In that year, cocoa powder production attained its peak volume of 553K tonnes.

Production By Country

The Netherlands (223K tonnes) constituted the country with the largest volume of cocoa powder production, accounting for 42% of total volume. Moreover, cocoa powder production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain (109K tonnes), twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany (108K tonnes), with a 20% share.

In the Netherlands, cocoa powder production increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2007-2018. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Spain (+4.7% per year) and Germany (+4.1% per year).

Exports in the EU

In 2018, approx. 586K tonnes of cocoa powder (not sweetened) were exported in the European Union; increasing by 4.8% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review. The volume of exports peaked in 2018 and are likely to continue its growth in the immediate term. In value terms, cocoa powder exports totaled $1.4B (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands represented the main exporter of cocoa powder (not sweetened) exported in the European Union, with the volume of exports finishing at 283K tonnes, which was near 48% of total exports in 2018. Germany (118K tonnes) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 20% share, followed by Spain (14%) and France (7.1%). The following exporters – Italy (18K tonnes) and Belgium (16K tonnes) – each resulted at a 6% share of total exports.

Exports from the Netherlands increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% from 2007 to 2018. At the same time, Belgium (+18.1%), Germany (+8.5%), Spain (+5.4%) and Italy (+5.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Belgium emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the European Union, with a CAGR of +18.1% from 2007-2018. France experienced a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($677M) remains the largest cocoa powder supplier in the European Union, comprising 48% of total cocoa powder exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany ($275M), with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 11% share.

Export Prices by Country

The cocoa powder export price in the European Union stood at $2,398 per tonne in 2018, reducing by -6.2% against the previous year. In general, the cocoa powder export price, however, continues to indicate a moderate expansion. Over the period under review, the export prices for cocoa powder reached their peak figure at $5,073 per tonne in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2018, export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was France ($3,317 per tonne), while Spain ($1,927 per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports in the EU

The imports stood at 351K tonnes in 2018, growing by 5.3% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. In value terms, cocoa powder imports stood at $885M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

In 2018, the Netherlands (76K tonnes), Germany (51K tonnes), France (46K tonnes) and Italy (38K tonnes) were the largest importers of cocoa powder (not sweetened) imported in the European Union, comprising 60% of total import. Belgium (24K tonnes) took the next position in the ranking, followed by the UK (23K tonnes) and Poland (23K tonnes). All these countries together took approx. 20% share of total imports. Hungary (8,955 tonnes) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the Netherlands, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($160M), Germany ($151M) and France ($110M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2018, with a combined 48% share of total imports.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, cocoa powder import price in the European Union amounted to $2,524 per tonne, declining by -3.4% against the previous year. Overall, the cocoa powder import price, however, continues to indicate perceptible growth. Reflecting the export prices presented above, the import prices for cocoa powder attained their peak figure at $4,822 per tonne in 2011.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Germany ($2,987 per tonne) and Italy ($2,801 per tonne), while the Netherlands ($2,105 per tonne) and France ($2,366 per tonne) were amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox AI Platform