Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in United Kingdom compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data United Kingdom
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#8 In EuropeBusiness
#13 In EuropeEmployees
#7 In EuropeWages
#4 In EuropeThe Sugar Production in the UK ranks 8 in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (£1.1bn). Revenue received by operators in United Kingdom has been moderate in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (5.5 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom in 2024?
The market size of the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom is £1.1bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Sugar Production in the UK industry in 2024?
There are 3 businesses in the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom has been growing at a CAGR of 5.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Sugar Production in the UK market in United Kingdom?
The biggest companies operating in the Sugar Production market in United Kingdom are Associated British Foods plc and ASR Group Europe Ltd
What does the Sugar Production in the UK in United Kingdom include?
Refined sugar and Raw sugar are part of the Sugar Production in the UK industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Sugar Production in the UK in United Kingdom?
The company holding the most market share in United Kingdom is Associated British Foods plc.
How competitive is the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom?
The level of competition is moderate and decreasing in the Sugar Production in the UK industry in United Kingdom.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Other Chemical Product Manufacturing in the UK
Complementors
- Meat Processing in the UK
- Chocolate & Confectionery Production in the UK
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
The industry specialises in producing and refining sugar (sucrose) and various sugar substitutes, utilizing cane, beet, maple, and palm sources to deliver a broad array of sweetening solutions across diverse markets.
What's included in this industry?
Refined sugarRaw sugarSugarSugar by-productsIndustry Code
1072 - Manufacture of sugar in United Kingdom
Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Sugar Production in the UK
- Employees in the Sugar Production in the UK
- Business in the Sugar Production in the UK
- Profit in the Sugar Production in the UK
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Food safety laws limit pesticide use for sugar beet growing. Stringent food standards in Europe limit what fertilisers and pesticides farmers can use to grow their crops.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Sugar Production in the UK industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Rising sugar prices have led to significant profit growth. Higher costs for processors and farmers triggered price hikes, increasing revenues for sugar companies, who were thus able to outpace increasing operational expenses.
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 Sugar Production in the UK 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)
Methodology
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