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Chocolate Market Global Report 2026

Published Jan 27, 2026
Length 250 Pages
SKU # BRC20808197

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Chocolate Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses chocolate market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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Description:

Where is the largest and fastest growing market for chocolate ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The chocolate market global report from the Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.

The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
  • The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
  • The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
  • The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
  • The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
  • The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
  • The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
  • The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
  • The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
  • Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
  • The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
  • Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
  • The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
  • The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope

Markets Covered:1) By Type: Milk Chocolate; Dark Chocolate; White Chocolate

2) By Category: Premium; Seasonal; Everyday

3) By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets And Hypermarkets; Convenience Stores; Specialty Stores; Duty-Free Stores; E-commerce; Other Distribution Channels

Subsegments:

1) By Milk Chocolate: Standard Milk Chocolate; Milk Chocolate With Additives

2) By Dark Chocolate: Bittersweet Dark Chocolate; Semi-Sweet Dark Chocolate; Unsweetened Dark Chocolate

3) By White Chocolate: Standard White Chocolate; White Chocolate With Additives

Companies Mentioned: Barry Callebaut; The Hershey Company; Nestle SA; Mars Incorporated; Lotte Corporation; Mondelez International Inc.; Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG; Ferrero SpA; Lake Champlain Chocolates; Cémoi Group; Olam International Limited; Delfi Limited; Meiji Holdings Co. Ltd.; Ezaki Glico Co. Ltd.; Crown Confectionery Co. Ltd.; Arcor Group; Moonstruck Chocolate Company; Blommer Chocolate Company; Patric Chocolate LLC; Perugina S.p.A.; TCHO Ventures Inc.; Theo Chocolate Inc.; Thorntons Limited; Alter Eco Americas PBC; Endangered Species Chocolate LLC; Divine Chocolate Limited; Green & Black's Limited; Guylian NV

Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Italy; Spain; Canada

Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa

Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.

Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,

Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.

Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.

Please Note: Report will be updated with the latest data and delivered to you within 2-3 working days of order.

Table of Contents

250 Pages
1. Executive Summary
1.1. Key Market Insights (2020-2035)
1.2. Visual Dashboard: Market Size, Growth Rate, Hotspots
1.3. Major Factors Driving the Market
1.4. Top Three Trends Shaping the Market
2. Chocolate Market Characteristics
2.1. Market Definition & Scope
2.2. Market Segmentations
2.3. Overview of Key Products and Services
2.4. Global Chocolate Market Attractiveness Scoring And Analysis
2.4.1. Overview of Market Attractiveness Framework
2.4.2. Quantitative Scoring Methodology
2.4.3. Factor-Wise Evaluation
Growth Potential Analysis, Competitive Dynamics Assessment, Strategic Fit Assessment And Risk Profile Evaluation
2.4.4. Market Attractiveness Scoring and Interpretation
2.4.5. Strategic Implications and Recommendations
3. Chocolate Market Supply Chain Analysis
3.1. Overview of the Supply Chain and Ecosystem
3.2. List Of Key Raw Materials, Resources & Suppliers
3.3. List Of Major Distributors and Channel Partners
3.4. List Of Major End Users
4. Global Chocolate Market Trends And Strategies
4.1. Key Technologies & Future Trends
4.1.1 Sustainability, Climate Tech & Circular Economy
4.1.2 Industry 4.0 & Intelligent Manufacturing
4.1.3 Digitalization, Cloud, Big Data & Cybersecurity
4.1.4 Immersive Technologies (Ar/Vr/Xr)
4.1.5 Fintech, Blockchain, Regtech & Digital Finance
4.2. Major Trends
4.2.1 Growing Demand For Premium And Artisanal Chocolates
4.2.2 Expansion Of Sustainable Cocoa Sourcing Practices
4.2.3 Rising Popularity Of Dark And Functional Chocolates
4.2.4 Increased Product Innovation With Flavors And Fillings
4.2.5 Growth Of E-Commerce Chocolate Sales
5. Chocolate Market Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.1 Chocolate Manufacturers
5.2 Confectionery Brands
5.3 Bakery Producers
5.4 Food Retailers
5.5 Specialty Chocolate Makers
6. Chocolate Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, Supply Chain Impact from Tariff War & Trade Protectionism, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
7. Global Chocolate Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.1. Global Chocolate PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
7.2. Global Chocolate Market Size, Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.3. Global Chocolate Historic Market Size and Growth, 2020 - 2025, Value ($ Billion)
7.4. Global Chocolate Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2025 - 2030, 2035F, Value ($ Billion)
8. Global Chocolate Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
8.1. Definition and Scope of Total Addressable Market (TAM)
8.2. Methodology and Assumptions
8.3. Global Total Addressable Market (TAM) Estimation
8.4. TAM vs. Current Market Size Analysis
8.5. Strategic Insights and Growth Opportunities from TAM Analysis
9. Chocolate Market Segmentation
9.1. Global Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, White Chocolate
9.2. Global Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Category, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Premium, Seasonal, Everyday
9.3. Global Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Supermarkets And Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Specialty Stores, Duty-Free Stores, E-commerce, Other Distribution Channels
9.4. Global Chocolate Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Milk Chocolate, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Standard Milk Chocolate, Milk Chocolate With Additives
9.5. Global Chocolate Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Dark Chocolate, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Bittersweet Dark Chocolate, Semi-Sweet Dark Chocolate, Unsweetened Dark Chocolate
9.6. Global Chocolate Market, Sub-Segmentation Of White Chocolate, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Standard White Chocolate, White Chocolate With Additives
10. Chocolate Market Regional And Country Analysis
10.1. Global Chocolate Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
10.2. Global Chocolate Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
11. Asia-Pacific Chocolate Market
11.1. Asia-Pacific Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
11.2. Asia-Pacific Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
12. China Chocolate Market
12.1. China Chocolate Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
12.2. China Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
13. India Chocolate Market
13.1. India Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
14. Japan Chocolate Market
14.1. Japan Chocolate Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
14.2. Japan Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
15. Australia Chocolate Market
15.1. Australia Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
16. Indonesia Chocolate Market
16.1. Indonesia Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
17. South Korea Chocolate Market
17.1. South Korea Chocolate Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
17.2. South Korea Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
18. Taiwan Chocolate Market
18.1. Taiwan Chocolate Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
18.2. Taiwan Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
19. South East Asia Chocolate Market
19.1. South East Asia Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
19.2. South East Asia Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
20. Western Europe Chocolate Market
20.1. Western Europe Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
20.2. Western Europe Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
21. UK Chocolate Market
21.1. UK Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
22. Germany Chocolate Market
22.1. Germany Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
23. France Chocolate Market
23.1. France Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
24. Italy Chocolate Market
24.1. Italy Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
25. Spain Chocolate Market
25.1. Spain Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
26. Eastern Europe Chocolate Market
26.1. Eastern Europe Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
26.2. Eastern Europe Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
27. Russia Chocolate Market
27.1. Russia Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
28. North America Chocolate Market
28.1. North America Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
28.2. North America Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
29. USA Chocolate Market
29.1. USA Chocolate Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
29.2. USA Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
30. Canada Chocolate Market
30.1. Canada Chocolate Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
30.2. Canada Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
31. South America Chocolate Market
31.1. South America Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
31.2. South America Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
32. Brazil Chocolate Market
32.1. Brazil Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
33. Middle East Chocolate Market
33.1. Middle East Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
33.2. Middle East Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
34. Africa Chocolate Market
34.1. Africa Chocolate Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
34.2. Africa Chocolate Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Category, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
35. Chocolate Market Regulatory and Investment Landscape
36. Chocolate Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
36.1. Chocolate Market Competitive Landscape And Market Share 2024
36.1.1. Top 10 Companies (Ranked by revenue/share)
36.2. Chocolate Market - Company Scoring Matrix
36.2.1. Market Revenues
36.2.2. Product Innovation Score
36.2.3. Brand Recognition
36.3. Chocolate Market Company Profiles
36.3.1. Barry Callebaut Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.2. The Hershey Company Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.3. Nestle SA Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.4. Mars Incorporated Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.5. Lotte Corporation Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
37. Chocolate Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
Mondelez International Inc., Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG, Ferrero SpA, Lake Champlain Chocolates, Cémoi Group, Olam International Limited, Delfi Limited, Meiji Holdings Co. Ltd., Ezaki Glico Co. Ltd., Crown Confectionery Co. Ltd., Arcor Group, Moonstruck Chocolate Company, Blommer Chocolate Company, Patric Chocolate LLC, Perugina S.p.A.
38. Global Chocolate Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard
39. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Chocolate Market
40. Chocolate Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
40.1 Chocolate Market In 2030 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
40.2 Chocolate Market In 2030 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
40.3 Chocolate Market In 2030 - Growth Strategies
40.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
40.3.2 Competitor Strategies
41. Appendix
41.1. Abbreviations
41.2. Currencies
41.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
41.4. Research Inquiries
41.5. The Business Research Company
41.6. Copyright And Disclaimer
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