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Ready-to-Eat Meals - Uruguay

Uruguay

Revenue in the Ready-to-Eat Meals market amounts to €0.70bn in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 6.07% (CAGR 2024-2029).
In global comparison, most revenue is generated in China (€138bn in 2024).
In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of €204.70 are generated in 2024.
In the Ready-to-Eat Meals market, volume is expected to amount to 105.60m kg by 2029. The Ready-to-Eat Meals market is expected to show a volume growth of 2.2% in 2025.
The average volume per person in the Ready-to-Eat Meals market is expected to amount to 29.1kg in 2024.

Key regions: Russia, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, India

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The Ready-to-Eat Meals market in Uruguay is experiencing minimal growth, with factors such as the convenience of Convenience Food and rising health awareness impacting this rate. The market's growth is driven by increasing adoption of digital technologies in The Food market.

Customer preferences: As more individuals in Uruguay adopt busy lifestyles, there has been a growing demand for convenient and time-saving food options. This has led to a rise in the popularity of ready-to-eat meals within the convenience food market. Additionally, with an increasing number of women entering the workforce, there has been a shift towards smaller household sizes, leading to a higher demand for single-serve and portion-controlled meals. Furthermore, the growing awareness about health and wellness has resulted in a preference for healthier and organic options, leading to the introduction of new ready-to-eat meal options that cater to these specific needs.

Trends in the market: In Uruguay, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market is experiencing a surge in demand due to the busy lifestyles of consumers and the ease of preparing and consuming these meals. This trend is expected to continue, as more consumers prioritize convenience and time-saving options. This shift towards ready-to-eat meals is significant for industry stakeholders, as it presents opportunities for innovation and diversification of product offerings. However, it also poses challenges in terms of maintaining quality and freshness of these meals. As technology and packaging solutions continue to advance, the potential for growth in this market is promising.

Local special circumstances: In Uruguay, the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market within the Convenience Food Market is heavily influenced by the country's unique geographical and cultural factors. Being a small country with a diverse landscape, Uruguayan consumers have a preference for locally sourced and farm-to-table products. This has led to the rise of ready-to-eat meals made from fresh, locally-grown ingredients. Additionally, the country's strict regulations on food labeling and safety standards have created a demand for high-quality and healthy ready-to-eat meal options in the market.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Ready-to-Eat Meals Market of the Convenience Food Market within The Food market in Uruguay is significantly impacted by macroeconomic factors. As a small, open economy, Uruguay is highly influenced by global economic trends. Any changes in global demand for convenience foods, such as ready-to-eat meals, can have a direct impact on the market in Uruguay. In addition, the country's national economic health, fiscal policies, and financial indicators, such as inflation and interest rates, also play a crucial role in shaping the performance of the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market. Furthermore, consumer purchasing power and disposable income levels in Uruguay can heavily influence the demand for convenience foods, thus affecting the growth of the Ready-to-Eat Meals Market in the country.

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the total consumer spending on food, which comprises all private household spending on food that is meant for at-home consumption (out-of-home consumption is not accounted for).

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Food market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.