Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Outlook | COVID-19 IMPACT, Share, Size, Companies, Revenue, Forecast, Value, Industry, Trends, Growth & Analysis

Market Forecast By Application (Restaurants, Hotels, Corporate, Household, Others), By Distribution Channel (Online Stores, Offline Stores) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC428187 Publication Date: Oct 2022 Updated Date: Aug 2025 Product Type: Market Research Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch No. of Pages: 75 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 20

Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Size Growth Rate


The Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Beginning strongly at -0.35% in 2025, growth softens to -0.41% in 2029.

Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Growth Rate

Ready Meals Market: Sri Lanka vs Top 5 Major Economies in 2027 (Asia)


By 2027, Sri Lanka's Ready Meals market is forecasted to achieve a negative growth rate of -0.51%, with China leading the Asia region, followed by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea.

Ready Meals Market: Sri Lanka vs Top 5 Major Economies in 2027 (Asia)

Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Overview

The ready meals market in Sri Lanka is expanding rapidly due to changing lifestyles and increasing urbanization. With busier schedules and a growing number of working professionals, the demand for convenient and quick meal options has surged. The market offers a wide range of products, from frozen meals to shelf-stable items, catering to diverse tastes and dietary needs.

Drivers of the market

The ready meals market in Sri Lanka is primarily driven by changing consumer lifestyles and urbanization. Ready meals offer convenience, time-saving benefits, and diverse culinary options, appealing to busy professionals and families. Market growth is supported by rising disposable incomes, dual-income households, and a shift towards westernized eating habits. Innovations in packaging, nutritionally balanced offerings, and expanding distribution channels including online platforms further propel market demand.

Challenges of the market

The Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market faces challenges such as the high cost of raw materials and production processes, which can be prohibitive for smaller manufacturers. Additionally, there are regulatory and compliance requirements that need to be met, increasing the complexity and cost of production. The market also deals with issues related to the availability of skilled labor and technical expertise required for the production and quality control of ready meals. Ensuring the quality and safety of ready meals in various conditions is another significant challenge. The market also needs to address issues related to competition from alternative meal solutions and international brands with more established distribution networks and brand recognition.

Government Policy of the market

Government policies in the ready meals market in Sri Lanka prioritize food safety and quality standards. Regulations mandate compliance with health and hygiene standards, including proper labeling and nutritional information. The government also promotes local production through subsidies and grants to enhance food security. Additionally, there are initiatives to reduce food waste and promote sustainable packaging solutions.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Outlook
  • Market Size of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market, 2021
  • Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market, 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Revenues & Volume for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Trend Evolution
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Drivers and Challenges
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Price Trends
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Porter's Five Forces
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Restaurants for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Hotels for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Corporate for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Household for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Distribution Channel for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Online Stores for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume By Offline Stores for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Distribution Channel
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Top Companies Market Share
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Company Profiles
  • Sri Lanka Ready Meals Key Strategic Recommendations

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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 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Overview

3.1 Sri Lanka Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F

3.3 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F

3.6 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2028F

4 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing urbanization leading to busy lifestyles and demand for convenient food options.

4.2.2 Growing awareness about nutrition and health, driving demand for healthier ready meal options.

4.2.3 Rising disposable income and changing consumer preferences favoring convenience foods.

4.2.4 Expansion of retail channels and e-commerce platforms increasing accessibility to ready meals.

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Price sensitivity among consumers, limiting adoption of premium ready meal products.

4.3.2 Concerns regarding preservatives and additives in ready meals impacting consumer trust.

4.3.3 Competition from traditional home-cooked meals and street food vendors.

4.3.4 Lack of proper cold chain infrastructure affecting the quality and shelf life of ready meals.

5 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Trends

6 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market, By Types

6.1 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market, By Application

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2018 - 2028F

6.1.3 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Restaurants, 2018 - 2028F

6.1.4 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Hotels, 2018 - 2028F

6.1.5 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Corporate, 2018 - 2028F

6.1.6 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Household, 2018 - 2028F

6.1.7 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2028F

6.2 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market, By Distribution Channel

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Stores, 2018 - 2028F

6.2.3 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline Stores, 2018 - 2028F

7 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Imports from Major Countries

8 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Consumer engagement levels on social media platforms for ready meal brands.

8.2 Growth in online search volume for ready meal recipes and products.

8.3 Number of new product launches and innovations in the ready meals market.

8.4 Percentage increase in partnerships between ready meal brands and health organizations promoting nutritious eating.

8.5 Improvement in sustainability practices and packaging innovations in the ready meals sector.

9 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F

9.2 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2028F

10 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021

10.2 Sri Lanka Ready Meals Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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