In the second half of 2017, the Russian Federation expects an increase in the average per capita consumption of all types of confectionery products to 24.2-24.5 kg per year. This is written by Agroinvestor with reference to the forecast of the Confectionery Market Research Center.
Consumption of sweets in the beginning of summer was at the level of 24 kg / person. in terms of a year, which corresponded to the data of the beginning of 2017 and the end of 2016. Now we observe the most favorable circumstances for the last three years. If in June the consumption of cookies, wafers and other flour confectionery products for long storage periods was 9.4 kg / person. per year, then in July-December it can grow up to 9.5-9.6 kg / person.
As for consumption of cakes and pastries, on average in Russia it will be at the level of 2-2,1 kg / person. Caramel consumption will remain at the level of 1.2-1.3 kg / person.
According to experts, after two crisis years, consumer habits are gradually recovering. In addition, since the beginning of the year, retail prices for confectionery products have almost stopped growing. A good harvest of agricultural crops is expected, in particular sunflower, raw materials for confectioners cheaper. The cost price of some sweets is reduced, consumer prices are adjusted.
Source: Sphere Publishing Нouse.
