The European confectionery market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% during the forecast period. The growth of the market is mainly driven by high chocolate sales across the region. In addition to this, Europe is home to several leading confectionery companies such as Mars, Inc., Nestle S.A., Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprungli AG, among others. Moreover, the increasing health consciousness among the people is driving the adoption of organic and low sugar content products which in turn will influence the market growth during the forecast period.

The European confectionery market is segmented based on type, and distribution channels. Based on the type, the market is sub-segmented into sugar confectionery, chocolate confectionery, and baker confectionery. Based on the distribution channel, the market is sub-segmented into supermarkets/ hypermarkets, convenience stores, and online channels. Based on geography, the market is further segmented into UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the Rest of Europe. 

The key players of the European confectionery market include Grupo Bimbo, Mars, Inc., Nestle S.A., Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG, Haribo Gmbh & Co. KG, and others. The market players are considerably contributing to the market growth by the adoption of various strategies including mergers, and acquisitions, collaborations, and expansion to stay competitive in the market. 

Research Methodology

The market study of the European confectionery market is incorporated by extensive primary and secondary research conducted by the research team at OMR. Secondary research has been conducted to refine the available data to breakdown the market into various segments, derive total market size, market forecast, and growth rate. Different approaches have been worked on to derive the market value and market growth rate. Our team collects facts and data related to the market from different geography to provide a better regional outlook. In the report, the country-level analysis is provided by analyzing various regional players, regional tax laws and policies, consumer behavior, and macro-economic factors. Numbers extracted from secondary research have been authenticated by conducting proper primary research. It includes tracking down key people from the industry and interviewing them to validate the data. This enables our analyst to derive the closest possible figures without any major deviations in the actual number. Our analysts try to contact as many executives, managers, key opinion leaders, and industry experts as to bring more authenticity to the reports.

Secondary Sources Include

• Financial reports of companies involved in the market.
• Whitepapers, research-papers, and news blogs.
• Company websites and their product catalog.

The report is intended for confectionery manufacturers & distributors, research organizations, and other related organizations for overall market analysis and competitive analysis. The report provides an in-depth analysis of market size, products offered by the companies, and future market opportunities. The report will serve as a source for a 360-degree analysis of the market thoroughly delivering insights into the market for making better business decisions.

Market Segmentation

1. European Confectionery Market Research and Analysis by Type
2. European Confectionery Market Research and Analysis by Distribution Channel

The Report Covers

• Comprehensive research methodology of the European confectionery market.
• This report also includes a detailed and extensive market overview with key analyst insights.
• An exhaustive analysis of macro and micro factors influencing the market guided by key recommendations.
• Analysis of regional regulations and other government policies impacting the European confectionery market.
• Insights about market determinants that are stimulating the European confectionery industry.
• Detailed and extensive market segments with regional distribution of forecasted revenues.
• Extensive profiles and recent developments of market players.