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Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Egypt

Publisher Euromonitor International
Published Nov 07, 2025
Length 53 Pages
SKU # EP20575559

Description

In 2025, value growth in cooking ingredients and meals was largely driven by significant price inflation, particularly due to rising costs of raw materials and fuel. Despite these economic pressures, the essential nature and frequent use of core categories maintained their demand. However, volume sales faced challenges in several areas as consumers increasingly opted for more affordable, homemade alternatives. Private label and lower-cost items gained popularity, and consumers developed a growin...

Euromonitor International's Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Egypt report offers in-depth knowledge of the market at a national level, providing local insight and understanding unavailable elsewhere. In addition to the latest retail sales data 2020-2024, it identifies the leading companies, brands and retail outlets, and assesses the key trends and demographic shifts behind consumer demand and sales growth. How key trends such as health and wellness, sustainability and recovery from the pandemic are currently shaping the market along with prospects for the next five years, clearly indicating how the market is expected to change.

Product coverage: Edible Oils, Meals and Soups, Sauces, Dips and Condiments, Sweet Spreads.

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

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* Get a detailed picture of the Cooking Ingredients and Meals market;
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53 Pages
Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Egypt
Euromonitor International
November 2025
List Of Contents And Tables
COOKING INGREDIENTS AND MEALS IN EGYPT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
High inflation linked to rising costs while consumers trade down
KEY DATA FINDINGS
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Price surges drive value growth in cooking ingredients and meals in 2025
Health priorities rise but economic pressures shape consumer choices
As prices rise, Egyptian consumers turn to homegrown alternatives
WHAT’S NEXT?
Stabilising prices and health-focused innovation are expected to drive growth
Demand for affordability will drive packaging innovation across the forecast period
Retail e-commerce will gain momentum as traditional grocery retailers face challenges
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Arma Food Industries strengthens its lead through a diverse product range and strategic promotions
Local brands gain ground through innovation and competitive pricing
CHANNELS
Small local grocers lead distribution however it faces growing pressure from modern channels
Discounters gain momentum as consumers prioritise affordability
MARKET DATA
Table 1 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 2 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 3 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 4 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Cooking Ingredients and Meals: % Value 2021-2025
Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Cooking Ingredients and Meals: % Value 2022-2025
Table 7 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2020-2025
Table 8 Distribution of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 10 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 11 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 12 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources
EDIBLE OILS IN EGYPT
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Global price rises and currency fluctuations boost value but encourage trading down
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
The rising price of oil leads to significant value growth in edible oils during 2025
Affordability boosts growth of other edible oils as economic pressures impact buying habits
WHAT’S NEXT?
Edible oils are expected to see stable value growth, supported by local production efforts
Fortification and innovation are set to drive demand in edible oils across the forecast period
Market polarisation is set to deepen as affordability and health priorities remain important
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Arma Food Industries strengthens its lead in edible oils through product range, promotions and distribution reach
Grupo Borges SA rebounds in 2025 with renewed momentum
CHANNELS
Small local grocers retain its lead, however, modern grocery retailers continue to challenge sales
Discounters record share gain and strong growth as consumers seek economic solutions
CATEGORY DATA
Table 13 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 14 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 15 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 16 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 17 NBO Company Shares of Edible Oils: % Value 2021-2025
Table 18 LBN Brand Shares of Edible Oils: % Value 2022-2025
Table 19 Distribution of Edible Oils by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 20 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 22 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 23 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
MEALS AND SOUPS IN EGYPT
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Price inflation main driver of value growth, while volume stagnates
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Double-digit value growth in meals and soups is driven by price inflation
Pizza records strong retail value growth, while frozen ready meals records a dynamic performance
WHAT’S NEXT?
Convenience and price stability are set to drive steady growth in meals and soups
Health-driven innovation is set to influence innovation within frozen ready meals
Local players are expected to increasingly influence frozen pizza in Egypt
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Nestlé SA strengthens its leadership in meals and soups through Maggi’s trusted appeal
Edita Food Industries leads growth with Molto Forni, while Molly’s Bakery performs well
CHANNELS
Hypermarkets lead distribution of meals and soups in Egypt, catering to affluent consumers
Retail e-commerce emerges as the most dynamic channel as consumer appreciate convenience
CATEGORY DATA
Table 24 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 25 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 26 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 27 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 28 Sales of Chilled Ready Meals by Ethnicity: % Value 2020-2025
Table 29 Sales of Frozen Ready Meals by Ethnicity: % Value 2020-2025
Table 30 Sales of Soup by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 31 NBO Company Shares of Meals and Soups: % Value 2021-2025
Table 32 LBN Brand Shares of Meals and Soups: % Value 2022-2025
Table 33 Distribution of Meals and Soups by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 34 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 35 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 36 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 37 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
SAUCES, DIPS AND CONDIMENTS IN EGYPT
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Economic challenges and rising costs and prices hinder demand
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Value sales of sauces, dips and condiments rise sharply during inflationary pressures
Inflation drives strong demand for stock cubes and powders as home cooking rises
WHAT’S NEXT?
Economic stabilisation and innovation are set to support steady growth in sauces, dips and condiments
Health and wellness trends are set to shape innovations within sauces, dips and condiments
Local brands are set to strengthen their positions in sauces, dips and condiments
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Heinz Egypt strengthens its leadership through investment, localisation, and innovation
Local and regional players drive strong growth through innovation and health-focused expansion
CHANNELS
Food/drink/tobacco specialists lead distribution through product variety and accessibility
Consumer trust and convenience drive value growth in retail e-commerce
CATEGORY DATA
Table 38 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 39 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 40 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 41 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 42 Sales of Liquid Recipe Sauces by Type: % Value 2020-2025
Table 43 Sales of Other Sauces and Condiments by Type: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 44 NBO Company Shares of Sauces, Dips and Condiments: % Value 2021-2025
Table 45 LBN Brand Shares of Sauces, Dips and Condiments: % Value 2022-2025
Table 46 Distribution of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 47 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 48 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 49 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 50 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
SWEET SPREADS IN EGYPT
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Budget pressures encourage consumers to trade down
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Jams and preserves drive growth during price stability and strong consumer demand
Health focused sweet spreads gain momentum, aligned with consumer demands
WHAT’S NEXT?
Price stability and product innovation will result in steady growth across the forecast period
Health and wellness is set to drive innovation within sweet spreads
Children’s sweet spreads will increasingly focus on health-conscious marketing
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Hero Middle East & Africa maintains its leadership with a diverse portfolio and strategic innovation
Al Wefak Al Saudi For Food Industry records a solid performance, driven by the expansion of its Mero brand
CHANNELS
Food/drink/tobacco specialists lead as the primary distribution channel for sweet spreads
Retail e-commerce and discounters drive growth in sweet spreads during 2025
CATEGORY DATA
Table 51 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 52 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 53 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 54 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 55 Sales of Jams and Preserves by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 56 NBO Company Shares of Sweet Spreads: % Value 2021-2025
Table 57 LBN Brand Shares of Sweet Spreads: % Value 2022-2025
Table 58 Distribution of Sweet Spreads by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 59 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 60 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 61 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 62 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER

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