Candy Market Key Companies Profile, Supply, and SWOT Analysis by 2031
Historic Data: 2021-2023 | Base Year: 2024 | Forecast Period: 2025-2031Coverage: Candy Market covers analysis by Product Type (Chocolate Candy, Non-Chocolate Candy); Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Specialist Retailers, Online Retail, Others) , and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South and Central America)
- Report Date : Sep 2025
- Report Code : TIPRE00012125
- Category : Food and Beverages
- Status : Upcoming
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- No. of Pages : 150
AI overview of Candy Market
The Candy Market is poised for significant growth, with a projected market size reaching US$ XX million by 2031, reflecting a CAGR of 4.5% from 2025 to 2031. This growth is driven by increasing disposable incomes and a trend towards urbanization and westernization, which are reshaping consumer preferences. The Candy Market report highlights the segmentation of products into chocolate and non-chocolate categories, with distribution channels including supermarkets, convenience stores, and online platforms. Notably, the demand for premium and artisan candies is on the rise, alongside a growing interest in personalized and customized options. As health-conscious indulgence becomes a priority, the Candy Market is adapting to meet these evolving consumer needs, presenting ample opportunities for innovation and market share expansion.
The Candy Market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.5% from 2025 to 2031, with a market size expanding from US$ XX million in 2024 to US$ XX Million by 2031.
The Candy market is segmented by product type into Chocolate Candy and Non-Chocolate Candy. It is also segmented by distribution channel into Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Specialist Retailers, and Online Retail. The market evaluation is presented in USD for each segment, with a regional breakdown covering major global regions.
Purpose of the Report
The report Candy Market by The Insight Partners aims to describe the present landscape and future growth, top driving factors, challenges, and opportunities. This will provide insights to various business stakeholders, such as:
- Technology Providers/Manufacturers: To understand the evolving market dynamics and know the potential growth opportunities, enabling them to make informed strategic decisions.
- Investors: To conduct a comprehensive trend analysis regarding the market growth rate, market financial projections, and opportunities that exist across the value chain.
- Regulatory bodies: To regulate policies and police activities in the market with the aim of minimizing abuse, preserving investor trust and confidence, and upholding the integrity and stability of the market.
Candy Market Segmentation
Product Type
- Chocolate Candy
- Non-Chocolate Candy
Distribution Channel
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- Specialist Retailers
- Online Retail
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Candy Market: Strategic Insights
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Candy Market Growth Drivers
- Growth of Disposable Income: The rise in disposable income in emerging markets has led to more frequent indulgence in candies, driving the global candy industry boom.
- Urbanization and Westernization: The trend towards urbanization and westernization has increased the demand for convenient, on-the-go snacks, boosting candy consumption.
- Health-Conscious Indulgence: New product launches, including sugar-free, organic, and functional candies, have sparked consumer interest in healthier candy options.
- E-Commerce Growth: The growing influence of e-commerce has transformed how candy manufacturers interact with retailers, expanding access and distribution.
Candy Market Future Trends
- Premium and Artisan Candies: The demand for high-quality, handcrafted premium and artisan candies is growing, with consumers willing to pay more for unique, exceptional products infused with natural ingredients and innovative flavors.
- Personalized and Customized Candies: The trend for personalized and customized candies, such as custom-made chocolates and gift boxes with personal messages, is on the rise.
- Technology in Candy Industry: Augmented reality and virtual reality are creating new consumer experiences, while data analysis helps companies design products based on consumer preferences.
- Functional Candies: There is an increasing demand for functional candies that promote cognitive function, stress relief, and immune support, driven by health-conscious consumers.
Candy Market Opportunities
- Demand for Superior Quality and Uniqueness: Consumers are willing to pay more for candies that represent exceptional quality, uniqueness, and are handcrafted with natural ingredients and innovative flavors.
- Individualized and Personalized Candies: The growing interest in customized products, such as bespoke gift boxes, made-to-order chocolates, and candies with personalized messages, presents significant opportunities.
- Technological Advancements: The use of augmented reality and virtual reality can enhance the consumer experience in the candy industry, creating new and engaging ways to interact with products.
- Data-Driven Personalization: Data analytics can provide valuable insights into consumer preferences, allowing companies to create more personalized candy offerings.
Candy Market Regional Insights
The regional trends and factors influencing the Candy Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Candy Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
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Candy Market Report Scope
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Market size in 2024 | US$ XX million |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ XX Million |
| Global CAGR (2025 - 2031) | 4.5% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2023 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
| Segments Covered |
By Product Type
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
Candy Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics
The Candy Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Candy Market are:
- Perfetti Van Melle Group B.V.
- Mondelez International, Inc.,
- Mars, Incorporated
- Haribo GmbH and Co. KG
- Nestle S.A.
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
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Key Selling Points
- Comprehensive Coverage: The report comprehensively covers the analysis of products, services, types, and end users of the Candy Market, providing a holistic landscape.
- Expert Analysis: The report is compiled based on the in-depth understanding of industry experts and analysts.
- Up-to-date Information: The report assures business relevance due to its coverage of recent information and data trends.
- Customization Options: This report can be customized to cater to specific client requirements and suit the business strategies aptly.
The research report on the Candy Market can, therefore, help spearhead the trail of decoding and understanding the industry scenario and growth prospects. Although there can be a few valid concerns, the overall benefits of this report tend to outweigh the disadvantages.
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1. Perfetti Van Melle Group B.V.
2. Mondelez International, Inc.,
3. Mars, Incorporated
4. Haribo GmbH and Co. KG
5. Nestle S.A.
6. The Hershey Company
7. Ferrero Group
8. Cloetta Ab
9. Grupo Arcor
10. Ferrara Candy Co.
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