Chile

Consumer Types can be a powerful tool to help companies better understand and appeal to their target markets. By going beyond typical demographic-based segmentation, such as age or gender, and grouping consumers based on shared traits and…

Within sweet spreads in Chile in 2024, honey consumption is rising thanks to its medicinal and nutritional products, as well as its status as a natural product free from additives. Demand for honey been on the up since the COVID-19 pandemic, and…

In 2024, the staple food market in Chile is set to experience modest growth in retail volume terms across most categories. This is especially significant given the backdrop of continued inflationary pressures, which have influenced pricing strategies…

Sauces dips and condiments in Chile is benefitting from price-sensitive consumers in 2024, with cautious spending motivating social gatherings in the home as rising prices encourage Chileans to save money. This is proving positive for several…

One critical factor shaping the market for rice, pasta, and noodles in Chile in 2024 is the significant reduction in global rice stocks, primarily due to export restrictions imposed by major producers like India and China. As the world’s…

High inflation continues to shape the performance of processed meat, seafood, and meat alternatives in Chile, significantly impacting consumer behaviour. As living costs rise, many Chileans are adjusting their consumption habits by seeking more…

Processed fruit and vegetables, notably, shelf-stable beans and fruit, are among the most popular products in Chile. Historically, Chileans have shown a strong preference for packaged and canned foods, a trend that has intensified due to recent…

Inflation is slowing down in 2024, supporting growth in volume sales for meals and soups in Chile. However, rises are not as robust as they might be, as Chileans continue to shift towards cheaper options and are adjusting their dietary habits. The…

Within edible oils in Chile, olive oil is facing major barriers to domestic sales growth in 2024, thanks to product shortages and resultant high prices. Weather conditions have a significant impact on olive tree cultivation and subsequently on olive…

Cooking ingredients and meals in Chile is showing signs of recovery in 2024 following 2023’s widespread drops in volume sales. Accelerated inflation rates during the review period motivated changes in Chilean consumers, forcing them to adapt their…

The landscape of children's breakfast cereals in Chile is undergoing a significant transformation in response to increasing awareness among local parents about their children's nutritional needs. In particular, there has been a notable shift in…

The baked goods market in Chile plays a crucial role in the country's culinary landscape, with unpackaged leavened bread being a staple in many households. However, this essential food item has experienced significant price increases in recent years,…

Chile’s population is projected to continue growing despite lower birth rates, with growth supported by rising life expectancy. While single person households are seeing a rapid increase, households with children remain the predominant household…

Although corruption is on the rise, Chile has solid economic freedom and robust government finances. Economic performance has been lacklustre, but inflation is falling and it continues to attract foreign investments. Whilst higher educational…

Wound care in Chile continues to record declines in both retail volume and value terms. This is primarily due to the country's economic situation, where consumer spending remains constrained and Chileans are having to prioritise their expenses. In…

Weight management and wellbeing in Chile continues its downward trajectory, with 2023 value sales marked by contraction rather than stagnation, and an even steeper decline recorded in the first half of 2024. This is primarily due to growing consumer…

Demand for vitamins in Chile is surging in 2024 following two consecutive years of decline. A fall in retail volumes in 2022 was due to high comparable rates following the pandemic and the return to normalcy, which relegated supplementation to a…

2023 marked a year of outstanding results for sports nutrition in Chile. Although value sales growth slowed in the first half of 2024, demand is growing across the category. This is primarily being driven by increasing interest among Chileans in…

Demand for sleep aids in Chile continues to grow in 2024 and remains significantly above pre-pandemic levels. Although value growth can also be considered healthy, it falls short when compared to the remarkable figures observed in 2021, when the…

Paediatric consumer health in Chile continues its downward trend across much of the category. This is because local parents are becoming increasingly cautious about their children’s health since at least six infants died in Chile in 2023 due to…