Middle East

Sweet spreads is set to see current value growth in Saudi Arabia in 2024. Demand has been somewhat supported by a basic demand for such products, as, in addition to being frequently consumed with bread and other baked goods for breakfast and lunch or…

Retail value sales of sauces, dips and condiments are expected to grow in current terms in Saudi Arabia in 2024. Demand has been supported by the fact that several types of sauces, dips and condiments are considered staples in Saudi Arabian…

Meals and soups is set to record healthy current value growth in Saudi Arabia in 2024 with frozen pizza registering the strongest growth amongst the subcategories. This growth is set to be driven by rising demand for convenient, ready-to-eat options…

Edible oils is set to see current value growth in Saudi Arabia in 2024, with growth particularly high for healthier and less expensive alternatives. Given the rise in prices across almost all edible oils, affordability continues to drive demand for…

Cooking ingredients and meals is set to see growth in both volume and value terms in Saudi Arabia in 2024. Stronger domestic income, more women participating in the paid workforce, a rising population through a continuous influx of expatriates into…

This Megatrends report highlights long-term trends resulting from shifts in consumer values and behaviour. It provides a summary of each of Euromonitor International’s 10 focus megatrends and insights as to how each trend has manifested in Saudi…

There is a growing preference for healthier options of sweet spreads in the United Arab Emirates, with an emphasis on products that have reduced sugar content and fewer additives. This trend is particularly evident in the rising popularity of nut and…

The economy of Qatar is among the fastest-growing in the world. The country's expanding population, rising income levels, free trade zones, and attractive investment climate have all contributed to the strong growth being seen in staple foods. Rising…

Local consumers are increasingly prioritising health and wellness, driving a surge in demand for sauces in the United Arab Emirates with health benefits. Health-conscious individuals are opting for alternatives to traditional high-calorie sauces,…

The dynamic growth of meals and soups in the United Arab Emirates is being driven by several key factors, particularly the rising demand for convenience and ready-to-eat products. Busy lifestyles are pushing consumers towards quick meal solutions…

The number of health-conscious consumers in the United Arab Emirates is steadily increasing, encouraging many to adopt balanced diets and choose healthier food options. One category seeing this shift is edible oils, with consumers actively seeking…

In 2024, cooking ingredients and meals in the United Arab Emirates is experiencing a significant transformation, driven by evolving consumer preferences for health and convenience. As increasing numbers of consumers prioritise nutritious options,…

Staple foods is set to see ongoing growth in Oman in 2024. While certain categories are deemed indispensable, Omani consumers remain sensitive to pricing, which underpins ongoing support for local brands. This has been further reinforced by some…

2024 has been a year of unprecedented stability in Iraq for consumers and suppliers. This stability is linked to the 10% revaluation of the Iraqi currency in 2023, which has helped keep prices stable and even lowered prices in some categories of…

Cooking ingredients and meals has seen strong growth in 2024, backed by stable economic growth and an increase in the population. Furthermore, Qatar is one of the richest countries in the world and thus demand for most products remains stable. In…

Oman's cooking ingredients and meals market is seeing a continued shift towards healthier choices, which is influencing the manufacture and labelling of products. The combination of rising health awareness and traditional culinary practices means…

In 2024 cooking ingredients and meals sales witnessed positive growth as, despite economic challenges, including global inflation and restrictions on expat entries, modern retail channels continued expanding. Growing concern over high obesity rates…

In 2024, sales of cooking ingredients and meals grew. The industry, no longer impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, was boosted by a resurgence in the number of tourists and eating out, which was particularly beneficial to sauces, dips and condiments…

Cooking ingredients and meals in 2024: The big picture

The Riyadh in Saudi Arabia report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration,…