Latin America

RTDs in Guatemala registered healthy volume growth in what is an increasingly popular alcoholic drink, with volume sales increasing by a fifth. RTDs drinks are mainly consumed by younger consumers of under 30 years-of-age, with their bright colourful…

RTDs maintained solid total volume growth in 2023, with increases seen both on-trade and off-trade. RTDs is comprised of spirit-based and wine-based RTDs, plus other RTDs (mainly hard seltzers). It was the latter that showed the strongest total…

Despite Peru entering recession 2023, RTDs managed to deliver strong growth in total volume terms, with these products continuing to attract new consumers. Apart from the novelty of these products, factors such as the wide variety of brands and…

RTDs was one of the biggest winners in alcoholic drinks in Uruguay in 2023. Amongst the different types of RTDs, spirit-based drinks put in the best performance over the review period as a whole. Growth has been in line with the trend towards…

The National Institute of Social Services for Retirees and Pensioners (PAMI) is the public institution charged with providing healthcare coverage to elderly people in Argentina, a remit that includes the distribution of Rx/reimbursement adult…

Rx/reimbursement adult incontinence continued to experience steady volume and current value growth in Brazil in 2023, despite economic challenges. However, the category faced significant hurdles, particularly in health units, where a shortage of…

In 2023, incontinence Rx/Reimbursement recorded a rate that, although positive, has been the lowest since 2020. Even though these products are covered by MIPRES, a system in which physicians prescribe medicines, nutritional supplements, and diapers…

Sauces, dips and condiments has recorded another solid performance in retail volume terms in 2023, with growth expected to be up slightly on 2022. The resumption of pre-pandemic routines has helped to lift overall demand, in that as the pace of life…

Sauces, dips and condiments are expected to register healthy current value and volume growth in 2023. With increasing inflationary pressure, consumers look to cook at home, with cooking ingredients and condiments especially performing well. That…

Despite the easing of the consumer price index throughout 2022, Brazilian consumers continued to pay high prices for food items. Like other categories, sauces, dips and condiments has experienced a period of widespread price increases that persists…

As Chilean consumers experience a paradigm shift in dining habits and continue to embrace home cooking, they appreciate various condiments that help elevate dishes. As inflation impacts the purchasing power of Chileans and dining out in foodservice…

Remote and hybrid working models are shifting consumption habits towards more flexible patterns of eating at more convenient times, with the impact of rising living costs on consumer confidence and household spending levels also supporting these…

The variety of formats and brands available for pasta sauces has increased over the past few years, with newer options including Kern’s 435g jars, Naturas 430g jars, Great Value and Rao’s 680g jars; Sabemas stand-up pouches; Del Monte and Contadina…

Ketchup continues to lead in cooking and table sauces in the Dominican Republic. Brands are innovating by introducing stand-up pouches that provide greater convenience for consumers, such as from the likes of Gourmet, Linda, Heinz and Famosa.…

Private label continues to gain prominence within sauces, dips and condiments. Ecuador's largest retailer, Corporación Favorita, has a range of private label options including Akí and Supermaxi, as well as La Original, which is the cheapest option…

Despite its maturity, ketchup is witnessing robust growth as lower-quality value offerings gain traction in the category. The surge in retail prices has created a favourable environment for domestic producers, supporting cheaper brands, such as B&B…

Health and wellness trends have been on the rise in Mexico since the pandemic. According to Euromonitor International's Voice of the Consumer: Lifestyles Survey 2023, 55% of consumers are looking for products with healthy ingredients in their food…

Powders are replacing cubes as the preferred format for stock in Peru. Consumers prefer powders for reasons of practicality, as they are perceived to be easier to use and dissolve. They also come in smaller pack sizes and can be bought in single unit…

Sauces, dips and condiments registered a low increase in retail volume terms in 2023, with supply levels normalising after the fluctuations seen in 2021 and 2022. The rising cost of raw materials has been an issue for manufacturers, as well as custom…

In 2023, plastic pouches maintained its dominance in ketchup packaging in Argentina, and growth was maintained. This can be attributed to the inherent advantages that this packaging format provides, as plastic pouches are lightweight and easy to…