Read our latest reports on Latin America here, with analyses and ...
Read our latest reports on Latin America here, with analyses and market statistics that explore the evolving consumer preferences, market environment and inherent growth potential in individual countries, or briefings that assess key strategic themes...
Soft drinks consumption achieved solid growth in 2023. This was based on strong growth of both carbonates and bottled water, which combined account for the lion’s share of market volume sales. Soft drinks is also benefiting from the recovery of…
In 2023, local consumers remained cautious with their spending as they prepared to cope with economic uncertainty. Spending wisely meant that they prioritised essential products and limited their consumption of non-essentials. Off-trade volume sales…
The soft drinks industry maintained positive growth in volume terms in 2023, although growth slowed from the previous year, as inflationary pressure undermined economic conditions. Nevertheless, the market did benefit from the revival of tourism.…
Soft drinks continues to be affected by inflationary pressures in 2023, which prices continuing to rise, but at a slower pace. This had a notable impact on shopping behaviour, with consumers more cautious about their purchases, especially those in…
Retail volume sales of soft drinks slowed in 2023 over the previous year, while the on-trade made a return to pre-pandemic levels. Although rising health consciousness supported growth in juice to the detriment of carbonates, carbonates and bottled…
2023 witnessed another strong performance for Ecuador’s soft drinks industry as the challenges of previous years have largely been overcome. The entire industry has endured significant setbacks stemming from negative public perceptions of a series of…
Soft drinks has continued to see healthy growth in retail volume and current value terms in 2023. Sales have been supported by consumers returning to their old consumption habits now that the pandemic is over. Although sales have seen steady growth…
Soft drinks faced a difficult year in 2023 as high levels of inflation were exacerbated by the appreciation of the Costa Rica Colón vis-à-vis the US dollar. Inflation led to unit price increases across a range of soft drinks categories, although…
The Colombian economy began its recovery in the latter half of 2021. This growth was fuelled by fiscal stimulus measures implemented in 2021, rising oil prices, and a surge in food and beverage exports, which recorded a significant increase in 2022.…
Demand for soft drinks is growing despite the challenges faced in 2022 and in the first half of 2023, characterised by high inflation and weakened demand. Major categories such as carbonates and bottled water have demonstrated resilience, while…
In soft drinks in Brazil, multifaceted evolution is underway. The landscape is shaped by a drive towards sustainability and logistical efficiency, as companies seek differentiation amidst the strong competition. Sustainability initiatives span water…
Bolivia has managed to protect itself to a large extent from inflation by continuing to have a fixed exchange rate against the dollar. However, there has been challenges for the economy in 2023, with sharp falls in foreign currency reserves and this…
Argentina's soft drinks industry in 2023 navigates an uncertain macroeconomic landscape marked by political dysfunction and economic instability. Despite growth in GDP in 2022, driven by a significant increase in the investment rate, the outlook for…
In 2022, GDP in Uruguay increased by 4.9%, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, and was continuing to grow in 2023, helping to drive demand for snacks. Tourism, mainly international tourist visitors from Argentina and Brazil, was badly affected during the…
In 2024, snacks in Peru is facing challenges in the form of rising input prices and a decline in domestic consumption. Despite such setbacks, production and exports continue to grow, highlighting a shift in market dynamics. The increase in input…
Driven by robust GDP growth and recovery of purchasing power, snacks is set to record positive growth in volume terms across all categories in 2024. The expanding base of middle- and upper-income consumers boosted demand while changes in consumption…
Retail volume sales of snacks are set to see healthy growth in 2024. Despite difficult economic conditions and rising prices, demand for snacks will remain healthy with falling unemployment acting in support. Confectionery is set to benefit from the…
In 2024, still relatively high inflation is playing a key role in snacks in Mexico. As input costs rise and crops are adversely affected by climate change, for example in the case of cocoa, companies are developing strategies to maintain their volume…
During 2024 sales of snacks suffered from inflationary pressures which dampened growth in volume sales. Imported brands lost competitiveness due to their higher prices as constraints on disposable income stimulated consumer caution in their spending…
Despite the challenging economy in 2023 and its negative impact on consumer purchasing power, snacks saw positive growth over the review period, notably in current value terms. Retail prices continued to rise amid further inflationary pressure in…