Mexico

Beans are perceived as a basic staple by Mexican consumers with these products being used in a wide range of traditional dishes. Furthermore, in times of economic difficulties, they are often seen as an affordable substitute for meat in some popular…

The growing number of consumers switching to plant-based diets has boosted the consumption of nuts such as almonds and macadamia. With a pleasant flavour and without the environmental and health implications of consuming animal-derived products, nuts…

Meat saw steady growth in retail volume terms in 2023, continuing the pattern seen in 2022. In 2022 meat producers were hit by inflationary pressures as the cost of essential raw materials such as grain and fuel rose sharply, in large part due to the…

The health-conscious trend is on the rise in Mexico, leading to increasing demand for products that promote overall wellbeing and offer functional benefits. Local consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of maintaining a healthy…

Sales of most fruits saw steady growth in 2023 in retail volume terms despite high inflation and a sharp rise in the prices of many products. Fresh fruits are widely available and affordable in Mexico with most consumers being fully aware of the…

Sales of fresh food continued to grow in retail volume terms in 2023, with most categories recording growth. The fresh food industry in Mexico was heavily influenced by economic and climatic factors in 2023, as well as international events such as…

Foodservice sales of fish and seafood continued to see a steady recovery in 2023 backed by the end of the pandemic and an increase in inbound and domestic tourism. Consumers also returned to more out-of-home activities, including returning to the…

Despite budget limitations stemming from high inflation, sales of energy drinks sustained a positive trajectory in 2023. This resilience can be attributed to Mexicans' perception of these beverages as a convenient source for a quick energy boost, and…

Continuing the pattern seen in 2022, sales of eggs recorded steady growth in retail volume terms in 2023. The growing popularity of eggs in Mexico at the end of the review period was linked to the fact that these products provide a more affordable…

After returning to pre-pandemic lifestyles, consumption occasions have witnessed certain changes in Mexico. With increasing numbers of consumers venturing out of their homes, the convenience provided by RTD concentrates has become increasingly…

Carbonates in Mexico observed a significant increase in value sales in 2023. This was driven by price increases as players responded to inflationary pressures, but also by a shift towards smaller formats as consumers resumed out-of-home activities…

Sparkling flavoured bottled water remained a niche in Mexico at the end of the review period, but witnessed important expansion in terms of availability of new brands. These beverages offer refreshing flavours while containing fewer calories and…

The briefing examines how the transport and storage industry is performing globally and in the largest countries in terms of transport and storage output. The report also provides data for production, market size, industry costs, industry…

The briefing examines how the food, beverages and tobacco industry is performing globally and in the largest countries in terms of food, beverages and tobacco output. The report also provides data for production, market size, imports, exports,…