Industry Statistics and Trends
Bakery Goods Production in Europe key trends
Bakeries worldwide hit by soaring input prices.
The rising costs of wheat, corn, sunflower and barley have caused production costs to spiral.
Industrial producers threaten artisan bakeries' market share.
Rising cost pressures and improved preservation technology allow mass-produced bread to compete with locally made, traditional breads in terms of price and freshness.
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Bakery Goods Production in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Bakery Goods Production in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 6.9 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €130.6bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Bakeries grapple with rising input prices
- Bakery purchase costs have skyrocketed since 2021 off the back of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which skyrocketed the global oilseed and grain supply. Ukraine is a vital component of the global supply chain and is among the world's biggest producers of corn, wheat, sunflower and barley.
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Bakery Goods Production in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Artisan bakeries are under threat from industrial producers
- Industrial bakers that mass produce breads and pastries are increasingly taking over the market share of smaller local producers.
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Revenue
€130.6bn
Employees
2m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mondelez International Inc | 34,791.3 | 3,776.8 | 10.9 | |
Ferrero International SA | 15,126.5 | 959.1 | 6.3 | |
Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV | 23,061.9 | 1,431.5 | 6.2 |
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Bakery Goods Production in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe is €130.6bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 193k businesses in the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 6.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Bakery Goods Production in Europe include?
Breads and rolls and Cakes and pastries are part of the Bakery Goods Production industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Bakery Goods Production industry is France.
How competitive is the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Bakery Goods Production industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Bakery Goods Production in Austria
- Bakery Goods Production in France
- Bakery Goods Production in Lithuania
- Bakery Goods Production in the Netherlands
- Bakery Goods Production in Belgium
- Bakery Goods Production in Cyprus
- Bakery Goods Production in Estonia
- Bakery Goods Production in Iceland
- Bakery Goods Production in Europe
- Bread & Bakery Goods Production in the UK
- Biscuit Production in the UK
- Biscuit Production in Germany
- Bread & Bakery Goods Production in Germany
- Bread & Bakery Goods Production in Ireland
- Bakery Goods Production in Luxembourg
- Bakery Goods Production in Russia
- Bakery Goods Production in Slovakia
- Bakery Goods Production in Hungary
- Bakery Goods Production in Denmark
- Bakery Goods Production in Poland
- Bakery Goods Production in Malta
- Bakery Goods Production in Croatia
- Bakery Goods Production in Slovenia
- Bakery Goods Production in Spain
- Bakery Goods Production in Portugal
- Bakery Goods Production in Serbia
- Bakery Goods Production in Switzerland
- Bakery Goods Production in Czechia
- Bakery Goods Production in Turkey
- Bakery Goods Production in Ireland
- Bakery Goods Production in Finland
- Bakery Goods Production in Bulgaria
- Bakery Goods Production in Greece
- Bakery Goods Production in Romania
- Bakery Goods Production in Norway
- Bakery Goods Production in Italy
- Bakery Goods Production in the UK
- Bakery Goods Production in Sweden
- Bakery Goods Production in Germany
- Bakery Goods Production in Latvia
- Bakery Goods Production in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry covers the manufacture of fresh, frozen or dry bakery products, including bread, cakes pastries, biscuits and pies that are not for immediate consumption.
Related Terms
OrganicGlutenViennoiseriesWhat's included in this industry?
Breads and rollsCakes and pastriesBiscuits and cookiesSavoury snacksOtherCompanies
Mondelez International IncFerrero International SAGrupo Bimbo SAB de CVIndustry Code
1071 - Manufacture of bakery products in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Bakeries grapple with rising input prices
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- Current Year Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Bread reigns supreme in European diets. The continent's diverse array of regional bread varieties, along with its economic stability, results in consistent high sales and consumption, with countries like Turkey, Serbia, and Bulgaria leading the pack.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Level of concentration can vary between country. Food culture has a strong affect on concentration. In countries with a strong culture for bread, like France and Germany, the industry is more fragmented with many small bakeries competing.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Mondelez International Inc
- Countries of operation for Ferrero International SA
- Countries of operation for Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV
- Countries of operation for Groupe Le Duff SA
- Countries of operation for Warburtons Ltd
- Countries of operation for General Mills Inc
- Countries of operation for Valeo Foods Unlimited Company
- Countries of operation for Griesson – de Beukelaer GmbH & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Bahlsen GmbH & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Yildiz Holding AS
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Food standards are strict in Europe. The EU, UK and other counties in Europe have strict food standard regulations including labelling requirements and banned substances.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Bakery profits slide due to soaring production prices. Rising costs of bread and biscuit manufacturing, revealed by a surge of 26.1% from 2021 to 2023 according to Eurostat, have hit bakeries' bottom lines hard.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Bakery Goods Production in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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