PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Category poised for gradual recovery as macroeconomic conditions improve
Sales of chocolate confectionery are expected to rise over the forecast period overall, supported by projected economic recovery and the anticipated easing of inflationary pressures. As disposable incomes increase and consumer confidence returns, demand for indulgent snacks such as chocolate is set to grow, albeit from a low base.
Digital influence and global flavours accelerate product innovation
Product innovation and digital engagement will remain central to future growth in chocolate confectionery. As consumers become more discerning and curious, brands are experimenting with new textures, flavours and formats to stand out.
Indulgence remains dominant, though wellness offerings retain niche appeal
Despite rising interest in healthier lifestyles, indulgence remains the primary driver of chocolate confectionery in Argentina. Consumers typically seek chocolate for comfort, pleasure and emotional satisfaction, making it a largely impulse-driven category.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Chocolate Confectionery industry in Argentina 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 Chocolate Confectionery industry in Argentina, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Chocolate Confectionery in Argentina 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 Chocolate Confectionery in Argentina?
- Which are the leading brands in Chocolate Confectionery in Argentina?
- How are products distributed in Chocolate Confectionery in Argentina?
- 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 Chocolate Confectionery?
- How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in Argentina?
- 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?
Chocolate Confectionery in Argentina - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Economic pressure and soaring input costs weigh on recovery in 2025
Arcor SAIC maintains leadership through broad brand portfolio
Small local grocers remain the dominant distribution channel
Category poised for gradual recovery as macroeconomic conditions improve
Digital influence and global flavours accelerate product innovation
Indulgence remains dominant, though wellness offerings retain niche appeal
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DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Chocolate Confectionery
- Chocolate Pouches and Bags
- Boxed Assortments
- Chocolate with Toys
- Countlines
- Seasonal Chocolate
- Tablets
- Other Chocolate Confectionery
Chocolate Confectionery
This is the aggregation of tablets, countlines, chocolate pouches and bags, boxed assortments, seasonal chocolate, chocolate with toys, and other chocolate confectionery. Nuts and fruits covered in chocolate are included in this category. Note that chocolate overtly positioned for baking/cooking purposes is excluded from Euromonitor International's confectionery coverage.
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