Europe Chocolate Market Outlook, 2026

Europe chocolate market will exhibit a potential growth and reach the market size of above USD 65 Billion by end of the forecasted period of 2026.

Featured Companies

  • 1. Ezaki Glico Co., Limited
  • 2. Lindt & Sprungli Group
  • 3. Lotte Confectionery Co., Limited
  • 4. Mars Incorporated
  • 5. Meiji Holdings Co., Limited
  • 6. Nestle SA
  • More...

Chocolate needs no introduction. It is a food product made from roasted and ground cacao pods that is available as a liquid, solid or paste, on its own or as a flavoring agent in other foods. Chocolate is a rich source of fiber and antioxidant. Chocolate can be milk chocolate, dark chocolate or white chocolate. Milk chocolate contains 2.1gms of fiber as compared to 10gms in dark chocolate per 100gms. Dark chocolate contains 29gms sugar whereas milk chocolate contains 56gms sugar per 100gm. The more the cocoa content, the healthier the chocolate is. Dark chocolate decrease our risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, improve glucose metabolism and provide cognitive benefits. Health is the major driving force of consumers towards dark chocolate, although it has a bitter taste due to low sugar content.

The report titled “Europe Chocolate Market By Value, By Segment (Milk, Dark, White), By Application (Everyday, Seasonal/Gifting, Premium, Gourmet), By Region (United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain), By Sales Channel (Supermarket/Hypermarket, Convenience stores, Online), Market Trends & Forecast Outlook 2026” shows a detailed overview into the Chocolate industry in Europe. Chocolate is a delight in its every bite. It is loved by the consumers, irrespective of their age, but most commonly by youngsters. Nowadays Chocolate, as a medium is used to display emotions, like love, respect, friendship. With the advent of new flavors, textures, tastes, traditional sweets are being replaced by chocolates.

Europe chocolate market has a CAGR of 4.76% in 2020. Germany is the top revenue generator with highest market capture. Branding and packaging play a pivotal role in targeting consumers. Europe is home to the four top chocolate-producing countries Germany, Belgium, Italy, and Poland. Belgium is the highest producer of chocolates among these, and most of the produce is still hand made. Germany was the leading chocolate exporter in 2020 globally. Annual holidays like Easter, Christmas, Halloween, and Valentine’s Day among others are the days when there is a steep rise in demand for chocolates.

Consumer's increase in disposable income is a major driving force for the chocolate market. Chocolate consumption is highly influenced by occasion and type like white chocolate or milk chocolate or dark chocolate. Growing health concerns have impacted the market to shift its dominance from milk chocolate gradually towards dark chocolates.

Major Companies present in the market

Ferrero SPA, Group Arcor, Theo Chocolate, Kellogg Company, Cacau show, La Maison du Chocolat, Ezaki Glico Co, Meiji Holdings Co. Ltd, Lindt and Sprüngli AG, Mars Incorporated, Mondelez International, Morinaga & Co. Ltd, Hershey Company, Nestle S.A, Thorntons, Patchi, August Storck KG, Barry Callebaut, Godiva choclatier, Stella Bernrain Blommer Chocolates Company, Confiserie Leonidas, Mary’s Chocolate, Lotte Confectionery, United Confectionery manufacturers, Cemoi Group, France Neuhaus, Belgium, Brookside Chocolates

Considered in this report

• Geography: Europe
• Base year: 2020
• Estimated year: 2021
• Forecast year: 2026

Aspects covered in this report

• Europe chocolate market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Region-wise chocolate market analysis
• Various divers and challenges
• Ongoing trends and developments
• Five force models
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

Regions covered in the report
• United Kingdom
• Germany
• France
• Italy
• Spain

Types of chocolates in the report

• Milk chocolate
• Dark chocolate
• White chocolate

The approach of the report:

This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analyzing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience

This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to chocolate industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.

Keywords: Europe, North America, South, America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, Asia-Pacific, India, Japan, USA, Canada, Mexico, UK, Italy, France, Chocolate, Milk , Dark, White, Retailing, Organic, Natural, Everyday, Seasonal, Premium, Gourmet

This report would help you answer the following questions:
1. What is the market size and forecast of the Europe Chocolate Market?
2. What are the inhibiting factors and impact of COVID-19 shaping the Europe Chocolate Market during the forecast period?
3. Which region outstands in the Europe Chocolate Market?
4. Which are the segments to invest in over the forecast period in the Europe Chocolate Market?
5. What is the competitive strategic window for opportunities in the Europe Chocolate Market?
6. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Europe Chocolate Market?
7. What are the major companies in the Europe Chocolate Market?

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Companies Mentioned

  • Ezaki Glico Co., Limited
  • Lindt & Sprungli Group
  • Lotte Confectionery Co., Limited
  • Mars Incorporated
  • Meiji Holdings Co., Limited
  • Nestle SA
  • Ferrero SPA
  • Mondelez International
  • Hershey Company
  • Barry Callebaut
  • Godiva choclatier

Table of Contents

  • Table of Contents
  • 1. Executive Summary
  • 2. Report Methodology
  • 3. Market Structure
  • 3.1. Market Considerate
  • 4. Global Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 4.1. Market Size by Value
  • 4.2. Market Share
  • 4.2.1. By Type
  • 4.2.2. By Application
  • 4.2.3. By Sales Channel
  • 4.2.4. By Region
  • 4.2.5. By Country
  • 4.2.6. By Company
  • 5. Global Dark Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 6. Global White Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 7. Global Milk Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 8. Europe Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 8.1. Market Size by Value
  • 8.2. Market Share
  • 8.2.1. By Type
  • 8.2.2. By Application
  • 8.2.3. By Sales Channel
  • 8.2.4. By Country
  • 8.3. UK Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 8.3.1. Market Size by Value
  • 8.3.2. Market Share
  • 8.3.2.1. By Type
  • 8.3.2.2. By Application
  • 8.4. Germany Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 8.4.1. Market Size by Value
  • 8.4.2. Market Share
  • 8.4.2.1. By Type
  • 8.4.2.2. By Application
  • 8.5. France Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 8.5.1. Market Size by Value
  • 8.5.2. Market Share
  • 8.5.2.1. By Type
  • 8.5.2.2. By Application
  • 8.6. Italy Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 8.6.1. Market Size by Value
  • 8.6.2. Market Share
  • 8.6.2.1. By Type
  • 8.6.2.2. By Application
  • 8.7. Spain Chocolate Market Outlook
  • 8.7.1. Market Size by Value
  • 8.7.2. Market Share
  • 8.7.2.1. By Type
  • 8.7.2.2. By Application
  • 9. Market Dynamics
  • 9.1. Key Drivers
  • 9.2. Key Challenges
  • 10. Market Trends and Developments
  • 11. Company Profiles
  • 11.1. Barry Callebaut
  • 11.2. Ezaki Glico Co. Ltd
  • 11.3. Ferrero
  • 11.4. Godiva Chocolatier, Inc.
  • 11.5. Lindt & Sprungli AG
  • 11.6. Lotte Confectionery
  • 11.7. Mars Wrignery
  • 11.8. Meiji Holdings Co. Ltd
  • 11.9. Mondel?z International
  • 11.10. Nestle S.A
  • 11.11. The Hershey Company
  • 12. Strategic Recommendations
  • 13. Disclaimer

List of Tables
Table 1: Global Chocolate Market Share By Application (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 2: Global Chocolate Market Share by Sales Channel (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 3: Global Chocolate Market Share by Region (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 4: Global Confectionery MarketSize by Country (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 5: Global Chocolate Market Share by Company (2020)
Table 6: Europe Chocolate Market Share By Application (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 7: Europe Chocolate Market Share by Sales Channel (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 8: Europe Chocolate Market Share By Value By Country (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 9: UK Chocolate Market Share By Application (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 10: Germany Chocolate Market Share By Application (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 11: France Chocolate Market Share By Application (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 12: Italy Chocolate Market Share By Application (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 13: Spain Chocolate Market Share By Application (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Table 14: Key Facts of Barry Callebaut
Table 15: Key Facts of Ezaki Glico Co. Ltd
Table 16: Key Facts of Ferrero
Table 17: Key Facts of Godiva Chocolatier, Inc.
Table 18: Key Facts of Lindt & Sprungli AG
Table 19: Key Facts of Lotte Confectionery
Table 20: Key Facts of Mars Wrignery
Table 21: Key Facts of Meiji Holdings Co. Ltd
Table 22: Key Facts of Mondel?z International
Table 23: Key Facts of Nestle S.A
Table 24: Key Facts of The Hershey Company

List of Figures
Figure 1: Global Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 2: Global Chocolate Market Share By Type (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Figure 3: Global Dark Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 4: Global White Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 5: Global Milk Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 6: Europe Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 7: Europe Chocolate Market Share By Type (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Figure 8: UK Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 9: UK Chocolate Market Share By Type (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Figure 10: Germany Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 11: Germany Chocolate Market Share By Type (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Figure 12: France Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 13: France Chocolate Market Share By Type (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Figure 14: Italy Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 15: Italy Chocolate Market Share By Type (2015, 2020 & 2026F)
Figure 16: Spain Chocolate Market Size – By Value 2015 to 2026F (In USD Billion)
Figure 17: Spain Chocolate Market Share By Type (2015, 2020 & 2026F)

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