| Product Code: ETC5378301 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Ireland continued to see a strong influx of candy imports with top exporting countries being the UK, Netherlands, Germany, Ecuador, and Italy. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, while the impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 12.66% from 2020 to 2024 demonstrates sustained growth. Furthermore, the growth rate of 8.87% from 2023 to 2024 highlights the continued expansion of the candy import market in Ireland, showcasing promising opportunities for both domestic consumption and international trade relationships.

By 2027, the Candy market in Ireland is anticipated to reach a growth rate of 1.24%, as part of an increasingly competitive Europe region, where Germany remains at the forefront, supported by United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia, driving innovations and market adoption across sectors.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Candy Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Candy Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Candy Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Candy Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income of consumers in Ireland leading to higher spending on confectionery products |
4.2.2 Growing trend of gifting candies and chocolates during festivals and special occasions |
4.2.3 Rising demand for premium and artisanal candies with unique flavors and ingredients |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Health concerns and increasing awareness about the negative impacts of consuming sugary products |
4.3.2 Competition from healthier snack options and changing consumer preferences towards low-sugar or sugar-free alternatives |
5 Ireland Candy Market Trends |
6 Ireland Candy Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Candy Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Chocolate Candy, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-Chocolate Candy, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ireland Candy Market, By Distribution |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialist Retailers, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Retail, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Candy Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Candy Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Candy Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Candy Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Candy Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches in the premium candy segment |
8.2 Consumer sentiment and engagement on social media platforms related to candy brands |
8.3 Percentage increase in online sales of candies in Ireland |
8.4 Number of partnerships or collaborations between candy brands and local confectionery shops |
8.5 Growth in the market share of artisanal candy brands in Ireland |
9 Ireland Candy Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Candy Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Candy Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Candy Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Candy Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Candy Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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