Archive for January 17th, 2012

• Innovative Products and Preference for Healthier Confectionery Drives the Global Candy Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

  Date: 2012.01.17 | Category: Singapore Sales | Response: 0

  San Jose, California (PRWEB) January 12, 2012

  Follow us on LinkedIn Rising commodity prices, shrunken consumer expenditures and surging raw material prices were all factors that contributed to the recessionary pressures on the candy industry. Some sub-segments, particularly seasonal candy were among the worst affected. However, gourmet chocolate, chewy and gummy candy and licorice segments registered sales growth. Another segment that remained relatively unaffected by the recession included the sugar-free gum. However, sales of most candy products picked up post recession and the market is expected to post continued positive growth through 2015. The effect of the global recession on the candy industry was in part evidenced by the decline in the number of product launches. Post-recession, manufacturers have engaged themselves in channelizing research and development activity towards long-term solutions, so as to compensate for the losses incurred during recession. Several manufacturers have modified and altered products to increase their appeal to consumers. Some of the very popular product claims include Kosher, organic and low/reduced/no sugar containing products. Products focusing on health benefits continue to lead sales as consumers turn to adopting healthier lifestyle practices.

  Consumer demographics, psychographics and regional cognizance are the key determinants of consumption trends in the confectionery industry. Mapping these attributes enables global confectionery makers to undertake a comprehensive opportunity analysis. The top four markets of candy industry include Western Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and Eastern Europe. Per capita consumption of candy in mature economies range far above that of the emerging economies, leaving little space for vertical expansion, whereas, emerging economies offer higher market space for both vertical and horizontal expansion, in terms of product extension and innovation.

  Gums, breath freshener and mint sales are poised to grow at a healthy rate post recession. Surprisingly, even during the recessionary period, the segment sales were not particularly affected because of low-price benefits. Simultaneous efforts by manufacturers to innovate products in terms of novel packaging techniques and new flavor introductions steered upward growth. Functionality, environmentally sustainable packaging procedures and associated health benefits such as teeth whitening and strengthening are expected to increase sales in the near future.

  The research report titled Candy: A Global Outlook announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers an aerial view of the global airline industry, identifies major short to medium term market challenges, and growth drivers. Market discussions in the report are punctuated with fact-rich market data tables. Regional markets elaborated upon include United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain, UK, Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela, and Saudi Arabia, among others. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of companies worldwide.

  For more details about this comprehensive industry report, please visit
  
  http://www.strategyr.com/Candy_Industry_Market_Report.asp

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