2026 Developments
Snacks in Brazil in 2026 demonstrate resilience in value growth, largely driven by price increases rather than higher volumes as inflation and tighter household budgets prompt consumers to seek affordable indulgence. While overall food expenditure grows only slightly, snacks remain accessible and relevant, supported by innovation in both value and health-oriented products. The competitive landscape remains fairly concentrated among major players, yet is increasingly influenced by the advance of private label products and functional snacks, prompting established brands to adjust pricing, pack sizes and product portfolios. Retail dynamics favour small local grocers and supermarkets, which cater to price-sensitive and on-the-go shoppers, while e-commerce remains marginal due to the impulse-driven nature of snack purchases. Looking ahead, forecast retail value growth indicates continued attractiveness for businesses that can balance value-for-money, health and convenience, while responding to evolving shopper expectations and macroeconomic pressures.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Snacks industry in Brazil with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to a comprehensive range of core packaged food categories.
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The Snacks in Brazil report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Snacks in Brazil?
- Which are the leading brands in Snacks in Brazil?
- How are products distributed in Snacks in Brazil?
- How is the rise of e-commerce and/or the expansion of modern grocery retail impacting traditional retail?
- What are the key health and wellness concerns driving, or challenging, sales in Snacks?
- How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in Brazil?
- How has COVID-19 impacted consumer demand? To what extent have lockdown, home seclusion and stockpiling boosted sales? Will the longer term economic repercussions of the pandemic stimulate or suppress future growth?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
- How significant will values-based claims, such as sustainability and ethical labelling, be in supporting future growth and brand equity?
Snacks in Brazil
2026 Developments
Key Data Insights
Affordable Snacking and Better-Value Alternatives Fuel Snacks Growth
Chocolate Confectionery Leads Scale and Growth in 2026
Functional and Better-For-You Options Redefine Snacking with Protein-Packed Innovation
Manufacturers to Diversify Value Formats to Capture Evolving Demand
Health-Driven Reformulation and Functional Innovation to Reshape Traditional Favourites
Sustainability and Digital Engagement to Strengthen Brand Positioning and Pricing Power
The Top Players Sustain Leadership through Recognisably Brand Portfolios and Strategic Innovations
Mars and Ferrero Shift Strategies with Notable Mergers and Acquisitions
Small Local Grocers Strengthen Lead as Inflation Steers Impulse Snacking
Shifting Snack Habits Bring Retail into Focus
Br Mania Drives Value Snacking as Consumers Seek Affordability
Supley Challenges Incumbents by Bringing Protein Snacking to the Mainstream
Chocolate Confectionery in Brazil
Key Data Insights
Chocolate Confectionery Summary
Lacta Drives Affordable Innovation as Volumes Plateau and Value Rises
Sustainability and Esg Standards Set New Regulatory Expectations
Brands Forced to Raise the Bar for Sustainable and Ethical Chocolate
Ethical Sourcing and Clear Labelling to Shift Brand Loyalty and Growth
Affordable Indulgence and Portion Control to Maintain Resilience Amid Inflation
Product Reformulation and Functionality to Unlock New Consumption Occasions
Top Players Reinforce Leadership as Premium Challengers Grow Value Not Volume
Grocery Retailers Continue to Capture Impulse-Buying Consumers
Convenience Retailers Gain Momentum as Consumers Seek Accessibility and Value
Online Platforms Drive Gifting and Premium Sales as Digital Investment Accelerates
Lacta Responds to Inflation by Redefining Affordable Gifting
Nestlé Leverages Ethical Sourcing to Meet Rising Expectations
Gum in Brazil
Key Data Insights
Gum Summary
Functional Gums Reshape Brazil’S Urban Health Market
Chewing Gum Maintains Dominance as Bubble Gum Fades
Digital Newcomers to Reshape Demand for Functional Benefits
Chewing Gum to Sustain Leadership as Bubble Gum Declines in Volume
Emerging Brands to Drive Digital-Led Innovation and Consumer Engagement
Mondelez Brasil Ltda Leverages Wellness Innovation to Reinforce Leadership
Small Grocers Capture Impulse-Driven Sales as Mobility Declines
Let’Z Leverages E-Commerce to Reach Digitally Native Buyers
Let’Z Sparks Functional Innovation and Cross-Category Competition
Sugar Confectionery in Brazil
Key Data Insights
Sugar Confectionery Summary
Cost Pressures and Affordability Positioning Spur Brand and Pack Reinvention
Chewy Candies Outpace Traditional Favourites as Shoppers Seek Value
Chewy Candies and Gummies and Jellies to Leverage Affordable Pricing to Sustain Gains
Functional Launches and Clean Labelling to Reshape Consumer Loyalty
Top Players Sustain Leadership by Driving Affordable Value
Small Local Grocers Secure Loyalty with Affordable Impulse Sweets
Ipiranga’S Am/Pm Boosts Impulse Sales with Immersive Partnerships
Clube Da Bruxa Captures Younger Shoppers with Curated Sweet Boxes
Dori Alimentos' Responds to Cost Pressures with Micro-Affordable Launches
Ice Cream in Brazil
Key Data Insights
Ice Cream Summary
Brands Drive Value Innovation as Families Seek Affordable Treats
Take-Home Multipacks Anchor Demand as Brands Bundle Value and Variety
Functional Snacking and Local Flavour Storytelling Aim to Broaden Ice Cream Appeal
Value Expansion to Be Supported by Value-For-Money Formats
Plant-Based Ice Cream to Lead with Growth through Health-Driven Innovation
Top Players Maintain Leadership as Ownership Structures Shift
Roomys Captures Health-Conscious Demand with High-Protein Innovation
Ownership Changes to Tighten the Grip of Ice Cream Specialists
Oxxo Attracts Urban Shoppers as Convenience Retailers Expand Reach
Supermarket Platforms Aid E-Commerce with Value and Convenience
Kibon's Strategic Large-Format Ice Cream Launches Respond to Value-Seeking Consumers
Roomys Protein-Ffueled Plant-Based Indulgence Appeals to Wellness-Focused Consumers
Authenticity and Artisanship Drive Premium Ice Cream
Savoury Snacks in Brazil
Key Data Insights
Savoury Snacks Summary
Affordability and Private Label Drive New Value Amid Inflation
High-Protein Snacks Capture Health-Conscious Youth and Spark Innovation
Functional Snacking and Online Platforms to Drive Growth
Nuts, Seeds and Trail Mixes to Gain Momentum as Consumers Seek Functional Snacking
Pepsico Do Brasil Ltda Maintains Leadership as Rivals Struggle to Gain Ground
Grocery Retailers Reinforce Impulse-Driven Purchases through In-Store Visibility
Convenience and E-Commerce Platforms Attract Younger Shoppers with New Formats
Snacking at Home Gains Ground against Foodservice
Bb Mania Leverages Value-Focused Snacks to Build Loyalty and Challenge Rivals
Brands Blur Lines between Indulgence and Nutrition with Protein-Powered Chips
Sweet Biscuits, Snack Bars and Fruit Snacks in Brazil
Key Data Insights
Sweet Biscuits, Snack Bars and Fruit Snacks Summary
Brands Shape Consumer Habits through Affordable Innovation
Functional Claims Fuel Snack Stapling as More Consumers Integrate Them into Routines
Millennials and Gen Z to Drive Demand for Functional Snacks
Shifting Channel Expansion and Digital Platforms to Reshape Route-To-Market Strategies
Top Players Defend Leadership as Regional Brands Eye Niches
Supermarkets, Small Local Grocers and Hypermarkets Defend Leadership
Amazon, Mercado Livre and Ifood Fuel Digital Convenience
Cost Pressures Shift Foodservice Preference to Retail
Affordable Single-Serve Launches Pressure Competitors to Innovate
Functional Snacks Aid Sweet Biscuits in Becoming Breakfast Table Staples
Country Reports Disclaimer
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Snacks
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- Chocolate Pouches and Bags
- Boxed Assortments
- Chocolate with Toys
- Countlines
- Seasonal Chocolate
- Tablets
- Other Chocolate Confectionery
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- Bubble Gum
- Chewing Gum
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- Boiled Sweets
- Chewy Candies
- Gummies and Jellies
- Liquorice
- Lollipops
- Medicated Confectionery
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- Power Mints
- Standard Mints
- Toffees, Caramels and Nougat
- Other Sugar Confectionery
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- Frozen Yoghurt
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- Single Portion Dairy Ice Cream
- Single Portion Water Ice Cream
- Plant-based Ice Cream
- Unpackaged Ice Cream
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- Bulk Dairy Ice Cream
- Ice Cream Desserts
- Multi-Pack Dairy Ice Cream
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- Bulk Water Ice Cream
- Multi-Pack Water Ice Cream
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- Nuts, Seeds and Trail Mixes
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- Potato Chips
- Tortilla Chips
- Puffed Snacks
- Rice Snacks
- Vegetable, Pulse and Bread Chips
- Savoury Biscuits
- Popcorn
- Pretzels
- Meat Snacks
- Seafood Snacks
- Other Savoury Snacks
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- Dried Fruit
- Processed Fruit Snacks
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- Cereal Bars
- Protein/Energy Bars
- Fruit and Nut Bars
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- Chocolate Coated Biscuits
- Cookies
- Filled Biscuits
- Plain Biscuits
- Wafers
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