Concentration & internationalisation increases in European snacks and confectionery markets

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A report from the Dutch Alliance for Snacks and Confectionery shows that Europe's snacks and confectionery market has become increasingly internationalised. The report reveals that there were 295 changes of ownership in the industry between 1990 and the second quarter of 1995, of which the majority were acquisitions and the rest involved joint ventures, mergers or management buyouts. The most popular sector of the confectionery and snacks industry is the chocolate sector, where five players dominate the market. It is forecast that merger and acquisition activity in the industry will continue, led by multinationals.

FOOD AND KINDRED PRODUCTS, Snack Foods, Snack Food Manufacturing, Management, Snack foods industry

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Confectionery sales in Europe rides out recession

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The European confectionery industry has grown despite recession, and European confectionery sales account for 27% of global sales in this industry. Stronger chocolate with a more bitter taste is favored in mainland Europe, while Cadbury's ranks first in Ireland and the UK. The industry is concentrated following acquisitions, but joint ventures are another route to development. Chupa Chups is a Spanish company which has set up joint ventures in Russia.

Chocolate and cocoa products, Chocolate & Cocoa Products, Europe

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Bright future for Polish confectionery industry

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Chocolate and sugar confectionery consumption in Poland rose by 200% during the past five years, although consumption is low compared to the EU average. The industry is adversely affected by high import tariffs and industry representatives are lobbying for a reduction in the rates. The industry is however the most profitable in Poland, employing more than 30,000 people.

Poland, Market share, Confectionery

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