2026 Developments
Snacks in Lebanon are set to experience a robust acceleration in retail value in 2026, achieving a 13% increase to LBP23.4 trillion, a performance that exceeds most neighbouring Middle East and Africa countries, driven by strong adaptation to economic adversity and regional instability. The environment is defined by a sharp pivot to affordable, locally manufactured products, as imported alternatives become increasingly unattainable due to price volatility and supply chain disruptions. This shift transforms snacks from discretionary treats into everyday pantry essentials, with bulk family packs and multipacks becoming a mainstay in household shopping, reinforced by the dominance of local leaders who engineer products to meet strict budgets and shield themselves from currency fluctuations. The structure of retail is also evolving, with small local grocers, hypermarkets and online quick-commerce channels rapidly expanding their influence as consumers prioritise value and accessibility, while mid-tier and imported products lose relevance. For businesses, the most effective strategies centre on localising supply chains, investing in value-orientated packaging and developing affordable functional products, as the competitive field becomes increasingly polarised around low-cost staples and a niche for premium imports. The ongoing transformation signals a highly attractive, but challenging environment where only brands capable of combining cost control, scale and continuous innovation will sustain growth and capture incremental share.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Snacks industry in Lebanon 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.
If you're in the Snacks industry in Lebanon, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Snacks in Lebanon 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 Lebanon?
- Which are the leading brands in Snacks in Lebanon?
- How are products distributed in Snacks in Lebanon?
- 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 Lebanon?
- 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 Lebanon
2026 Developments
Key Data Insights
Snacks Display Robust Growth Despite Challenging Conditions
Bulk Family Packs Redefine Snacking Habits
Affordability the Primary Influencer of Consumer Choice
Local Manufacturers Perfect Value Engineering to Capture Share
Family Pack Formats Reshape Retail Logistics and Consumer Habits
Affordable Wellness Unlocks New Growth in Functional Snacking
Top Local Players Leverage Price Engineering to Displace Imports
Traditional Grocers Drive Bulk Buying as Consumers Hunt for Value
E-Commerce Expands with Bundled Formats
Chocolate Confectionery in Lebanon
Key Data Insights
Chocolate Confectionery Summary
Value Sales of Chocolate Rise, While Volume Sales Decline
Brands Drive Digital and Value Innovation for Daily Snacking
Budget-Focused Brands Expand Daily Snacking as Gifting Slows
Quick-Commerce Platforms Reshape Impulse Sales and Packaging
Brands Capture Value by Localising Production and Mini Formats
Dekkene Secures Daily Purchases as Hypermarkets Lose Shoppers
E-Commerce Accelerates as Impulse Shifts Online
Gum in Lebanon
Key Data Insights
Gum Summary
Value Sales of Gum Climb, While Volume Sales Decline
Intensification of Affordability Erodes Global Brands' Share
Brands to Drive Shift to Oral Health Solutions
Local Brands Win with Micro-Packs and Impulse Formats
Gandour Leverages Local Production to Capture Share From Mars
Dekkenehs Defend Leadership as Hypermarkets Convert Gum Buyers
Online Grocery Apps Fail to Overcome Impulse and Price Barriers
Sugar Confectionery in Lebanon
Key Data Insights
Sugar Confectionery Summary
Robust Value Growth Despite Volume Decline
Demand for Affordability Disrupts Premium Snacking
Economy Packaging Reshapes Snacking Habits and Spurs Local Innovation
Local Brands Expand Affordable Production to Capture Daily Snacking
Boiled Sweets Retain Leadership as Functional Gummies Unlock Premium Growth
Gandour Displaces International Brands by Driving Affordable Growth
Small Local Grocers Sustain Impulse Demand
Q-Commerce Platforms Expand Reach for Sharing Packs and Multipacks
Ice Cream in Lebanon
Key Data Insights
Ice Cream Summary
Retail Value Rises, While Volume Sales Contract
Consumers Turn to Affordable and Bulk Formats
Brands Drive Price War Amid Snack Innovation
Cortina Secures Retail Space with Solar-Powered Cold Chain
Brands Expand with Dual-Pricing and Sharing Formats
Global Players Lead, While Local Manufacturers Maintain Relevance
Small Local Grocers Leverage Neighbourhood Proximity to Sustain Retail Leadership
E-Commerce Drives Premium Multipack Growth
Savoury Snacks in Lebanon
Key Data Insights
Savoury Snacks Summary
Value Sales Climb, While Volume Sales Contract
Salty Snacks Secure Dominance as Corn-Based Formats Gain
Local Innovation and Pricing Redefine Snack Consumption
Manufacturers Invest in Local Sourcing to Secure Price Advantage
Brands Capture Family Occasions with Large-Format Value Bags
Local Launches Use Extreme Flavours to Engage Price-Sensitive Youth
Daher Foods Drives Share Gains with Local Production and Value Formats
Dekkenehs Retain Lead as Hypermarkets Drive Pantry-Loading
Bulk-Buying Drives E-Commerce Growth, but Impact Remains Limited
Sweet Biscuits, Snack Bars and Fruit Snacks in Lebanon
Key Data Insights
Sweet Biscuits, Snack Bars and Fruit Snacks Summary
Value Sales Expand as Volume Contracts Moderately
Value-For-Money Multipacks Redefine Everyday Snacking Habits
Local Manufacturing Reshapes Competitive Landscape
Local Brands Leverage Automation to Outpace Global Rivals
Bulk Formats and Multipacks Influence Household Consumption Patterns
Gandour Leverages Local Advantage to Outpace Global Rivals
Dekkenehs Retain Shoppers as Hypermarkets Fuel Pantry-Loading
E-Commerce Gains Traction as Planned Shopping Replaces Impulse
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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