Staple Foods in Egypt

November 2025
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Overview:

Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Staple Foods industry in Egypt 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 Staple Foods industry in Egypt, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.

The Staple Foods in Egypt 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 Staple Foods in Egypt?
  • Which are the leading brands in Staple Foods in Egypt?
  • How are products distributed in Staple Foods in Egypt?
  • 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 Staple Foods?
  • How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in Egypt?
  • 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?

Staple Foods in Egypt

Rising prices and strategic shopping behaviours drive value growth in staple foods in 2025

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Rising price points drive double-digit value growth in staple food in 2025
Economic pressures influence consumer behaviour in Egypt during 2025
Price sensitivity and strategic shopping redefine consumer behaviour in 2025
Rising demand will be driven by positive demographics and urbanisation
Affordable, budget-friendly options are set to drive growth in staple foods
An increasingly competitive landscape is expected to support growth in staple foods
Al Doha Co for Processing & Distribution extends its leadership in staple foods during 2025
Rich Food Industries leads growth through innovation and high-quality products
Small local grocers lead distribution through personalised service
Retail e-commerce records the strongest growth while discounters gain traction through competitive pricing
Table 1 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 2 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 3 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 4 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2021-2025
Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2022-2025
Table 7 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2020-2025
Table 8 Distribution of Staple Foods by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 10 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 11 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 12 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

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Summary 1 Research Sources

Baked Goods in Egypt

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Value growth for baked goods in Egypt is driven by rising prices and ongoing innovation
Rising input costs and inflation propel price growth for baked goods in Egypt
Unpackaged flatbread drives growth amid subsidy stability in 2025
Population growth, urbanisation and industry expansion are set to drive growth in baked goods
There is set to be rising demand for functional and nutrient-rich baked goods
Innovation is set to focus on specialised diets and free-from baked goods
Edita Food Industries maintains its leadership through strategic pricing and portfolio expansion
Arabian Food Industry Co (Domty) records a strong performance amid bold expansion into bakery
Small local grocers strengthens its lead in baked goods distribution due to neighbourhood accessibility
Retail e-commerce drives growth in baked goods through convenience and innovation
Table 13 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 14 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 15 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 16 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 17 Sales of Pastries by Type: % Value 2020-2025
Table 18 NBO Company Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2021-2025
Table 19 LBN Brand Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2022-2025
Table 20 Distribution of Baked Goods by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 22 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 23 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 24 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

Breakfast Cereals in Egypt

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Rising prices reshape demand for breakfast cereals in Egypt during 2025
Value sales of breakfast cereals increase due to rising input costs and economic pressures
Hot cereals drive value growth due to health trends, affordability, and social media influence
Sales of breakfast cereals are expected to rise due to stability, local brand growth, and consumer demand
Health-focused breakfast cereals are set to gain traction through fortified ingredients and transparency
Economic challenges will drive consumer demand for smaller, affordable cereal packs
Mass Food Co leads breakfast cereals through strong local brand presence and diverse strategies
Sante Sp zoo increases its share through hot cereal growth and broad product innovation
Small local grocers maintains its lead in breakfast cereal distribution due to convenience and accessibility
Retail e-commerce drives breakfast cereal growth through convenience and variety
Table 25 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 26 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 27 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 28 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 29 NBO Company Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2021-2025
Table 30 LBN Brand Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2022-2025
Table 31 Distribution of Breakfast Cereals by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 32 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 33 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 34 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 35 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

Processed Fruit and Vegetables in Egypt

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Inflation and convenience drive growth in processed fruit and vegetables in 2025
Value sales of processed fruit and vegetables rise due to inflation and supply chain pressures
Frozen processed fruit and vegetables see strong growth due to affordability and convenience
Stable economic conditions and rising health awareness are set to drive growth
Health trends and shifting lifestyles will shape demand for processed fruit and vegetables
Government support and private label expansion will drive growth in processed fruit and vegetables
Americana Egypt strengthens its lead through strategic pricing and robust distribution
Faragalla Group’s value-driven strategy and strong distribution fuel growth in 2025
Local proximity and everyday convenience allows small local grocers to lead distribution
Retail e-commerce and hypermarkets drive value growth through attractive price points
Table 36 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 37 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 38 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 39 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 40 Sales of Frozen Processed Vegetables by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 41 NBO Company Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2021-2025
Table 42 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2022-2025
Table 43 Distribution of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 44 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 45 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 46 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 47 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives To Meat in Egypt

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Economic pressures drive price-led growth and consumer behaviours in 2025
Value sales of processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat rise amid economic pressures
Processed seafood leads value growth while frozen processed poultry records a strong performance
Sales of processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat are expected to rise in value despite volume decline
Growth opportunities exist for health-focused processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat
Economic pressures are set to influence consumer behaviour across the forecast period
Halwani Bros Co Ltd maintains its leadership amid challenges through innovation and local sourcing
Rich Food Industries leads growth through innovation and capacity expansion
Small local grocers retain the leading position as consumers appreciate convenient access
Retail e-commerce gains ground through the convenience of home delivery
Table 48 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 49 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 50 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 51 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 52 Sales of Shelf Stable Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 53 Sales of Chilled Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 54 Sales of Frozen Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 55 Sales of Frozen Processed Poultry by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 56 Sales of Frozen Processed Seafood by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 57 NBO Company Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2021-2025
Table 58 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2022-2025
Table 59 Distribution of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 60 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 61 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2025-2030

Rice, Pasta and Noodles in Egypt

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Economic pressures support sales of rice, pasta and noodles during 2025
Rising value sales are driven by economic challenges in Egypt during 2025
Noodles and pasta boost growth as affordability and convenience drive consumer demand
Affordability, population growth, and government supply measures are set to support demand
Health-conscious trends are expected to drive growing demand for fortified and alternative pasta and rice
Bulk buying, promotional strategies, and flexible payment options will be key to forecast growth
A wide product selection and innovative marketing allows Al Doha Co for Processing & Distribution to retain its lead
Sam Yang Foods Co Ltd drives strong growth through expansion and premiumisation
Strong accessibility and a personalised service allow small local grocers to retain its lead
Retail e-commerce records growth as consumers appreciate convenience and fast deliveries
Table 62 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 63 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 64 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 65 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 66 Sales of Instant Noodles by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 67 NBO Company Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2021-2025
Table 68 LBN Brand Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2022-2025
Table 69 NBO Company Shares of Rice: % Value 2021-2025
Table 70 LBN Brand Shares of Rice: % Value 2022-2025
Table 71 NBO Company Shares of Pasta: % Value 2021-2025
Table 72 LBN Brand Shares of Pasta: % Value 2022-2025
Table 73 NBO Company Shares of Noodles: % Value 2021-2025
Table 74 LBN Brand Shares of Noodles: % Value 2022-2025
Table 75 Distribution of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 76 Distribution of Rice by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 77 Distribution of Pasta by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 78 Distribution of Noodles by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 79 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 80 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 81 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 82 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

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The following categories and subcategories are included:

Staple Foods

        • Packaged Flat Bread
        • Unpackaged Flat Bread
        • Packaged Leavened Bread
        • Unpackaged Leavened Bread
      • Packaged Cakes
      • Unpackaged Cakes
    • Dessert Mixes
    • Frozen Baked Goods
      • Packaged Pastries
      • Unpackaged Pastries
      • Sweet Pies and Tarts
      • Frozen Cakes, Sweet Pies and Tarts
    • Hot Cereals
      • Children's Breakfast Cereals
        • Flakes
        • Muesli and Granola
        • Other RTE Cereals
      • Shelf Stable Beans
      • Shelf Stable Fruit
      • Shelf Stable Tomatoes
      • Shelf Stable Vegetables
      • Frozen Fruit
      • Frozen Processed Potatoes
      • Frozen Processed Vegetables
        • Shelf Stable Processed Red Meat
        • Shelf Stable Processed Poultry
        • Chilled Processed Red Meat
        • Chilled Processed Poultry
        • Frozen Processed Red Meat
        • Frozen Processed Poultry
      • Shelf Stable Seafood
      • Chilled Processed Seafood
      • Frozen Processed Seafood
      • Chilled Meat and Seafood Substitutes
      • Frozen Meat and Seafood Substitutes
      • Shelf Stable Meat and Seafood Substitutes
    • Tofu and Derivatives
      • Chilled Noodles
      • Frozen Noodles
        • Instant Noodle Cups
        • Instant Noodle Pouches
      • Plain Noodles
      • Chilled Pasta
      • Dried Pasta
    • Rice

Staple Foods

NOTE: Couscous, polenta and quinoa are excluded from staple foods.

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