Off-trade volume sales of bottled water maintained healthy growth in Uzbekistan in 2025. Demand is driven by the poor quality of tap water in the country, alongside consumers’ rising awareness of the need to drink safe-to-consume water. Consumers’ interest in flavour experimentation is also boosting sales of flavoured bottled water.

Off-trade volume sales of carbonates rebounded to healthy growth in 2025, after a slump seen in 2024 caused by excise tax, driven by cola carbonates with flavour innovations in non-cola carbonates also driving consumer demand.

Retail value sales of tea maintained healthy value sales in Uzbekistan in 2025, albeit at a lower rate of growth compared to the recent review period. Meanwhile, volume growth remained low and stable. Overall, tea benefits from traditional popularity in Uzbekistan, which supports robust baseline demand.

Value sales of coffee saw strong growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, with volume sales also healthy. This positive performance is being driven by the ongoing rise of coffee and café culture in the country. Fresh coffee is a rapidly-growing category, although instant coffee remains the most significant in volume terms, with coffee mixes playing a large part.

Other hot drinks maintained strong value growth and stable volume growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, driven by chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks, with this being the only category of any significance in other hot drinks. The stronger value growth is being supported by high prices driven by global price hikes in cocoa, while volume is supported by the popularity of chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks as an indulgent beverage — particularly among children and also among adults.

Retail value sales of hot drinks saw healthy growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, with volume growth low yet stable. This performance reflects high prices supporting value growth, while volume sales are somewhat suppressed due to consumer price sensitivity midst the high unit prices. Indeed, global increases in coffee and cocoa costs, together with rising local expenses, continued to weigh on the category. Nevertheless, strong per capita potential and growing consumer demand helped prevent a decline in

Off-trade volume sales of RTD tea saw strong double-digit growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, making it the strongest performing category in soft drinks. This robust performance is underpinned by the traditional tea-drinking culture in the country, which supports sales of RTD formats.

Off-trade RTD volume sales of soft drinks saw healthy growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, with retail value sales also robust, reflecting a recovery from the tax-driven slowdown of 2024.

Off-trade volume sales of juice maintained positive growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, at a slightly higher growth rate than seen the previous year. However, sales of juice remain somewhat seasonal, which limits potentially higher growth. Juice drinks (up to 24% juice) was the best performing category in 2025, largely linked to affordable pricing and a wide flavour variety.

Off-trade volume sales of energy drinks rebounded to stronger growth in Uzbekistan in 2025, following a slump to low growth figures seen in 2024 which was caused by tax implications affecting sugary drinks. In 2025, consumers have adjusted to this new pricing environment and demand has returned.

Breakfast cereals in Uzbekistan is poised to register another impressive performance in retail volume and current value growth terms in 2025. Increasingly busy lifestyles continue to reinforce the convenience appeal of these products, particularly among young adults and families with young children. They have also become more affordable to many consumers thanks to rising disposable incomes, the gradual easing of inflationary pressures and the widening offer in the mid-priced and economy segments

With inflationary pressures still elevated, baked goods in Uzbekistan is poised to register an improved performance in current value growth terms in 2025. Retail volume growth meanwhile is projected to fall below that recorded the previous year, partly because of sustained price hikes but also due to the maturity of a number of core categories. Nonetheless, demand has remained resilient on the whole thanks to favourable demographic trends and the strength of traditional consumption habits. Moreo

Rice, pasta and noodles in Uzbekistan is set to post healthy growth in retail volume and current value terms in 2025. Favourable demographic trends and deeply ingrained consumption habits continue to support robust demand, as these product types form the base of many popular local and international dishes. Moreover, they remain well placed to benefit from the increasing preference for more convenient meal and snack solutions. With inflation steadily easing, greater price stability and improvemen

While processed fruit and vegetables in Uzbekistan has continued to expand in retail volume and current value terms in 2025, it is set to be the weakest performer among the main staple foods categories in both respects. This is partly due to increasing maturity, but primarily attributable to the fact that local consumers overwhelmingly favour fresh varieties, which are widely available and typically more affordable. The strong cultural preference for fresh produce also means assortments in proce

Growth in staple foods current value sales in Uzbekistan in 2025 is expected to be up moderately on 2024, mainly due to still-elevated inflationary pressures. Together with encroaching maturity, continued price hikes mean retail volume growth looks set to be slightly slower than in the previous year. Nonetheless, demand has remained robust on the whole thanks to favourable demographic trends, deeply ingrained consumption habits and steady increases in household incomes and purchasing power. New

Processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat in Uzbekistan is set to post healthy growth in retail volume and current value terms in 2025. Overall demand continues to be buoyed by population growth, traditional consumption habits and improvements in purchasing power. Furthermore, appreciation for the convenience of these items is steadily increasing as busy lifestyles leave less time for cooking and food shopping. Frequent new launches and marketing campaigns have also helped to lift sales,

Barriers are present to economic freedom and authoritarianism remains, but state finances are strong and corruption is being tackled. The economy is resilient and the trade environment is set to improve, but the external sector continues to face risks. Although the fertility rate is high, the nation’s health is deteriorating and inequality is widening. Strides have been made in e-governance and the country is attempting to increase innovation, but e-commerce development has been limited.

The sauces, dips, and condiments market in Uzbekistan continues to expand in 2025, supported by deep-rooted culinary traditions and growing consumer interest in convenient, versatile products. Herbs and spices remains the most significant product area, underpinned by traditional cooking practices and rising demand for all-purpose spice blends. Ketchup is the fastest-growing category, driven by its broad appeal and emerging flavour variants. Health and wellness trends have had limited impact, wit

The Uzbekistan edible oils market continues to supported by deep-rooted culinary traditions, with staples such as cottonseed, zigir (flaxseed), and sunflower oil remaining central to everyday cooking. Sunflower oil is the most dynamic category, reflecting a growing preference amongst urban and middle-income consumers for perceived healthier and higher-quality options. At the same time, government initiatives are encouraging the development and availability of a wider range of offerings to promot

The sweet spreads market in Uzbekistan continues to expand, led by honey, the largest product, as consumers shift from loose, raw honey to packaged formats that provide greater convenience. Nut and seed based spreads is the fastest-growing category, supported by affordable, locally tailored products that compete with international brands. Health-focused alternatives, including no- or reduced-sugar options, are emerging via e-commerce, appealing to younger, urban, and health-conscious consumers.

The cooking ingredients and meals market in Uzbekistan continues to expand, driven by strong demand for everyday staples such as edible oils, sauces, sweet spreads, and ready meals. Growth is being supported by rising urbanisation and busier lifestyles, which are increasing demand for convenient and semi-prepared solutions. By contrast, health and wellness trends have, so far, had limited impact, with affordability, familiarity, and taste remaining the primary drivers of consumer choice.

The meals and soups market in Uzbekistan is evolving under the influence of urbanisation, busier lifestyles, and rising household freezer ownership, which are increasing demand for convenient and semi-prepared meal solutions. Frozen ready meals represents the most dynamic category, with red meat-based options particularly popular. Despite this, traditional home-cooked meals remain dominant in regional areas. Health and wellness trends have had limited impact, with affordability and ability to sa

The rate of growth in retail current value sales of cough, cold, and allergy remedies in Uzbekistan slowed significantly but remained in double digits in 2025. However, this growth was largely driven by inflation. Moreover, a shortened cold season limited overall consumption. In April 2025, the introduction of a 23% VAT on medicines led to higher retail prices, boosting value sales even as fewer units were sold. Additionally, new Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) standards raised operational costs fo

In 2025, retail current value sales of digestive remedies in Uzbekistan continued to rise, maintaining their position as one of the most important OTC categories in the commercial retail pharmaceutical market, but the rate of growth barely outpaced inflation. The introduction of VAT in early 2024 also influenced price points and sales, boosting value growth, which made some consumers reduce intake or search for more affordable options.