Competitive Landscape
Haribo-Ricqlès-Zan Sa Drives Loyalty with Innovation as Ferrero Expands through Acquisition
Sugar confectionery in France is concentrated in 2026, with the leading player, Haribo-Ricqlès-Zan SA, expected to maintain a 36% value share in 2026. Over the period from 2021 to 2026, the landscape has become slightly more concentrated, with Haribo’s share rising from 34% in 2021 to 36% in 2026, and the second and third players, Carambar & Co (15%) and Solinest SAS (15%), also maintaining stable or modestly rising shares.
Chupa Chups Moves beyond Lollipops with Mads Launch
Innovation remains a key driver of competitive dynamics, as evidenced by Perfetti Van Melle’s launch of Mads under the Chupa Chups brand. This new product marks Chupa Chups’ first entry into gummies, targeting the dynamic bagged confectionery segment and moving beyond its traditional lollipop base, which is experiencing stagnation.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Sugar Confectionery industry in France 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 Sugar Confectionery industry in France, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Sugar Confectionery in France 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 Sugar Confectionery in France?
- Which are the leading brands in Sugar Confectionery in France?
- How are products distributed in Sugar Confectionery in France?
- 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 Sugar Confectionery?
- How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in France?
- 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?
Sugar Confectionery in France - Category analysis
Key Data Insights
Sugar Confectionery Summary
Brands Innovate with Multipacks and Price Segmentation to Boost Sales
Gummies and Jellies Continue Leadership as Chewy Candies and Medicated Confectionery Accelerate
Manufacturers to Capitalise on Value-Conscious Candy Shoppers
Gummies and Jellies to Lead as Functional Sweets Reshape Choices
Repeat Sales to Be Boosted with Loyalty and Limited Editions
Haribo-Ricqlès-Zan Sa Drives Loyalty with Innovation as Ferrero Expands through Acquisition
Chupa Chups Moves beyond Lollipops with Mads Launch
Supermarkets and Discounters Reshape Impulse and Value-Driven Sales
Branded Shops and Specialist E-Commerce Expand Loyalty and Reach
Lutti Introduces Playful Formats to Attract Young Consumers
Snacks in France - Industry Overview
2026 Developments
Key Data Insights
Functional, Hybrid Snacking Expands Snacking Opportunities
Chocolate Confectionery Leads through Reshaped Affordability Strategies
Local French Flavours Rise in Demand as Imported Innovations Gain Ground
Cross-Category Fusion and Multifunctionality to Boost Snacks Growth
Functionality to Sets a New Standard in Savoury Snacking
Sustainable Packaging and Plant-Based Innovation to Reshape Purchase Decisions
Mondelez France Sas and Ferrero France Sa Maintain Lead as Artisanal Players Gain Momentum
Challengers Rise as Industry Leaders Consolidate Power
Grocery Retailers Retain Snacks Distribution Lead
Impulse-Driven Snacks Still Shop the Aisle, Limiting E-Commerce Growth
Lindt and Haribo Factory Outlets Fuel Loyalty and Experimentation
Côte D’Or and Lotus Biscoff Drive Everyday Snacking Occasions
Le Chocolat Des Français Redefines Indulgence with Affordable Mini Bars
Snack Innovation Surge as Magnum, Kinder and Franui Aim to Grow Consumer Appeal
Country Reports Disclaimer
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Sugar Confectionery
- 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
Sugar Confectionery
This is the aggregation of mints, boiled sweets, pastilles, gummies, jellies and chews, toffees, caramels, and nougat, medicated confectionery, lollipops, liquorice and other sugar confectionery.
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