Retail current value sales of packaged food in Tunisia was relatively stable in the face of COVID-19 during 2020, reflecting the fundamental inelasticity of demand for these products. With the exception of hypermarkets, which were forced to close for a brief period, grocery retail outlets have continued to operate without significant disruption. Packaged...
Packaged food will see a significant impact from COVID-19 in 2020 with drastically reduced revenue takings. This was largely due to the temporary closure of bars and restaurants from mid-March to mid-May, which was imposed to reduce the spread of the virus. After May, the venues were allowed to reopen provided social distancing restrictions...
In response to the outbreak of COVID-19, the Slovenian government implemented many restrictions, starting with a national lockdown that begun on 20 March 2020. Under lockdown, schools were forced to close, and employees had to work from home where possible. Only essential retailers could remain open and the foodservice industry was also obliged...
Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in Austria, the government enforced a lockdown in the country from 16 March, closing non-essential stores while grocery retailers and pharmacies remained open. Foodservice venues had to close for dine-in options; however, takeaway and delivery was permitted, with an increasing number of players offering these...
The worst effects of the COVID-19 pandemic were seen in March and April, when the strictest lockdown measures were enforced by the Georgian government. There was more stabilisation in the second half of the year as some retail and foodservice outlets were able to open, albeit with restrictions in place. Packaged Food in Georgia report...
Confectionery Packaged Food in Kuwait report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2016-2020, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors...
The COVID-19 pandemic has been the main driver for retail sales growth in basic Brazilian packaged food categories as consumers have prioritised essential household items such as rice, pasta, sauces and dairy products. Consumption of baked goods has been benefiting from home seclusion, as well as a certain amount of stockpiling, during the...
Consumer concern about health has strengthened in Hungary due to the COVID-19 pandemic. An increasing number of consumers are concerned about the health effects of drinks and food products, therefore they tend to choose healthier products, with several benefits for the health condition of individuals. Health and Wellness in Hungary...
Packaged food in Costa Rica is being impacted by COVID-19, as lockdown restrictions meant consumers spent more time at home. This has boosted demand for cooking ingredients, such as edible oils, as well as snacking products which consumers eat as an indulgence or parents give to children. Packaged Food in Costa Rica report offers...
Overall packaged food is expected to benefit from COVID-19 in 2020, with healthy retail volume growth. Growth in current value sales is expected to be even higher, with double-digit growth rates expected. However, part of this current value growth is driven by inflation. A worsening drought has made many local foods more expensive and imported...