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World - Breakfast Cereals - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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All Breakfast Cereals

Breakfast cereals are a popular choice for starting the day. They come in various flavors and textures, offering a wide range of options to suit different tastes. Cereal is typically made from grains, such as wheat, corn, rice, or oats, which are processed and combined with other ingredients to create a tasty and convenient meal.

There are several types of breakfast cereals available, including hot cereals, cold cereals, granolas, and mueslis. Hot cereals like oatmeal are made by cooking grains in water or milk, resulting in a warm and comforting breakfast option. Cold cereals, on the other hand, are pre-cooked and can be consumed directly from the box or with the addition of milk or yogurt. Granolas, often made with oats, nuts, and dried fruits, are baked until crispy and can be eaten alone or in combination with other foods like yogurt or milk. Mueslis are a combination of raw rolled oats, fruits, nuts, and seeds, providing a healthy and fiber-rich breakfast choice.

Breakfast cereals can be further classified into various categories based on their ingredients, nutritional profiles, and target consumer groups. Some cereals are marketed as high-fiber options, containing whole grains and additional fiber sources like bran. These cereals are beneficial for digestive health and can help maintain a feeling of fullness throughout the morning. Others are fortified with vitamins and minerals, aiming to provide additional nutritional value. These fortified cereals are often targeted towards children or individuals with specific dietary needs.

Flavor also plays an important role in breakfast cereals, with a wide array of options to choose from. Common flavors include chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, honey, and various fruits. Some cereals are also mixed with nuts, seeds, or chocolate chips to add texture and taste. Additionally, there are gluten-free options available for individuals with gluten intolerances or those following a gluten-free diet.

In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards healthier breakfast cereal options. Many companies are now offering low-sugar or sugar-free cereals, using natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit extract. These cereals are often made with whole grains and contain minimal additives or preservatives, appealing to health-conscious consumers.

When browsing the cereal aisle at the grocery store, it's essential to read the nutrition labels and ingredient lists to make an informed choice. Look for cereals that have a good balance of macronutrients, are low in added sugars, and have a reasonable portion size. Remember to pair your cereal with a source of protein, such as milk or yogurt, to create a more balanced and satisfying meal.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global breakfast cereal market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10613351 - Muesli type preparations based on unroasted cereal flakes
Prodcom 10613355 - Cereals in grain form, precooked or otherwise prepared (excluding maize)
Prodcom 10613353 - Other prepared foods obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Nestle, Kellogg's, Ralston, Weetabix, Post Cereals, Malt-O-Meal Company, Funko, General Mills, FYE, Lidl, Aldi, Quaker Oats, Cheerios, Chex, McKee Foods Corporation, MOM Brands, Hy-Vee, Ready Brek, Bokomo, Weetabix, Uncle Tobys, Tesco

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023