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Staple Foods in Germany

Published Nov 17, 2025
Length 70 Pages
SKU # EP20610930

Description

In the context of persistent budget consciousness amid cost-of-living pressures, affordability has been a key influence on consumer behaviour in staple foods in Germany in 2025. This has supported the continued strength of the discounter channel and increasing interest in private label products. At the same time, convenience remains key, as consumer lifestyles become ever more hectic. Products that require minimal time and effort in preparation are becoming more popular, while there has been a g... Euromonitor International's Staple Foods in Germany 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: Baked Goods, Breakfast Cereals, Processed Fruit and Vegetables, Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat, Rice, Pasta and Noodles. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data. Why buy this report? * Get a detailed picture of the Staple Foods market; * Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; * Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands; * Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop. Euromonitor International has over 50 years' experience of publishing market research reports, business reference books and online information systems. With offices in London, Chicago, Singapore, Shanghai, Vilnius, Dubai, Cape Town, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo, Bengaluru, Sao Paulo, Seoul, Hong Kong, Dusseldorf and Mexico City and a network of analysts in 100 countries, Euromonitor International has a unique capability and an understanding of diverse markets to develop reliable information resources to help drive informed strategic planning. To learn more about how our research solutions can support you, contact your local Euromonitor International office.

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70 Pages
Staple Foods in Germany
Euromonitor International
November 2025
List Of Contents And Tables
STAPLE FOODS IN GERMANY
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Affordability, convenience, and health are primary considerations
KEY DATA FINDINGS
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
High levels of budget consciousness
Affordability and clarity prove key
WHAT’S NEXT?
Brands need to show clear, everyday benefits in face of strong private label competition
Private label to quickly mirror brand moves
Discounters to remain key, while online channel continues to develop
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Major retailers lead
Simplicity and practicality are key to success
CHANNELS
Discounters gaining share
E-commerce maintains significant growth
MARKET DATA
Table 1 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 2 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 3 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 4 Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2021-2025
Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Staple Foods: % Value 2022-2025
Table 7 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2020-2025
Table 8 Distribution of Staple Foods by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 10 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 11 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 12 Forecast Sales of Staple Foods by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources
BAKED GOODS IN GERMANY
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Essential status supports continued demand despite economic challenges
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Value holds up as discounters and bake-off lead
Unpackaged bread sales boosted by discounters’ expansion
WHAT’S NEXT?
Bread and rolls remain everyday staples
Healthier choices rise with whole grain, fibre and simpler recipes
Greener packs and smarter baking cut waste and keep shelves fresh
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Aldi leads in baked goods, while Harry-Brot remains the number one brand manufacturer
Private label performing well
CHANNELS
Consumers turn to discounters in times of high price sensitivity
Online sales growing
CATEGORY DATA
Table 13 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 14 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 15 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 16 Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 17 Sales of Pastries by Type: % Value 2020-2025
Table 18 NBO Company Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2021-2025
Table 19 LBN Brand Shares of Baked Goods: % Value 2022-2025
Table 20 Distribution of Baked Goods by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 22 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 23 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 24 Forecast Sales of Baked Goods by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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BREAKFAST CEREALS IN GERMANY
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Budget consciousness influencing purchasing patterns
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Shelf gaps and price fights temper rebound
Health and wellness driving growth
WHAT’S NEXT?
Modest growth ahead as shoppers trade down but trade up on health
Protein, fibre, and clean labels redefine breakfast
Sourcing and packaging upgrades reshape the category
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Leaders gain share
Vitalis sees continued decline
CHANNELS
Discounters dominates as shoppers trade down
Hypermarkets suffering from changing shopping habits
CATEGORY DATA
Table 25 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 26 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 27 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 28 Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 29 NBO Company Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2021-2025
Table 30 LBN Brand Shares of Breakfast Cereals: % Value 2022-2025
Table 31 Distribution of Breakfast Cereals by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 32 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 33 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 34 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 35 Forecast Sales of Breakfast Cereals by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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PROCESSED MEAT, SEAFOOD AND ALTERNATIVES TO MEAT IN GERMANY
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Increased consumer conservatism in price and taste
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Affordable proteins and simple labels guide shopper choices
Meat and seafood substitutes expanding
WHAT’S NEXT?
Poultry and simple seafood sustain demand while plant-based segment grows steadily
Cleaner labels, leaner recipes, and simple formats guide choices
Rules, data tools, and markdowns drive efficient, sustainable growth
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Private label leads as retailers win on range and readiness
Private label segment responds to consumer needs
CHANNELS
Discounters lead on price, reach and chilled availability
E-commerce continues to expand
CATEGORY DATA
Table 36 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 37 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 38 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 39 Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 40 Sales of Shelf Stable Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 41 Sales of Chilled Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 42 Sales of Frozen Processed Red Meat by Type: % Volume Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 43 Sales of Frozen Processed Poultry by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 44 Sales of Frozen Processed Seafood by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2021-2025
Table 46 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat: % Value 2022-2025
Table 47 Distribution of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 48 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 49 Forecast Sales of Processed Meat, Seafood and Alternatives to Meat by Category: Value 2025-2030
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PROCESSED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES IN GERMANY
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Consumers appreciate convenience and affordability
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Private label gains as shoppers choose quick, low-waste options
Frozen processed vegetables sees dynamic growth
WHAT’S NEXT?
Modest growth ahead as frozen veg and pantry staples anchor weekly cooking
Healthier, simpler choices, including beans, plain veg and lower-sugar fruit
Packaging progress and smarter logistics cut waste and build trust
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Trusted frozen and potato brands stay visible with easy formats
Practicality, convenience and affordability
CHANNELS
Discounters stays out in front
E-commerce making gains in processed fruit and vegetables
CATEGORY DATA
Table 50 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 51 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 52 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 53 Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 54 Sales of Frozen Processed Vegetables by Type: % Value Breakdown 2020-2025
Table 55 NBO Company Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2021-2025
Table 56 LBN Brand Shares of Processed Fruit and Vegetables: % Value 2022-2025
Table 57 Distribution of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 58 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 59 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 60 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 61 Forecast Sales of Processed Fruit and Vegetables by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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RICE, PASTA AND NOODLES IN GERMANY
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Rising interest in convenience and freshness
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Social media driven noodles power a category uptick
Chilled pasta benefits from evolution of consumer demand towards convenience and freshness
WHAT’S NEXT?
Convenience and health tilt the category upward despite near-term pressure
Protein and vegan-positioned lines may move from niche to mainstream
Social commerce and viral noodle trends fuel youth-driven growth
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Barilla remains the leader but comes under increasing private label pressure
Hilcona creating new consumption occasions for chilled gnocchi
CHANNELS
Discounters leads sales of rice, pasta and noodles, while online gains gradually via subscriptions
Hypermarkets struggling to remain competitive
CATEGORY DATA
Table 62 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 63 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 64 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 65 Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 66 Sales of Instant Noodles by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 67 NBO Company Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2021-2025
Table 68 LBN Brand Shares of Rice, Pasta and Noodles: % Value 2022-2025
Table 69 NBO Company Shares of Rice: % Value 2021-2025
Table 70 LBN Brand Shares of Rice: % Value 2022-2025
Table 71 NBO Company Shares of Pasta: % Value 2021-2025
Table 72 LBN Brand Shares of Pasta: % Value 2022-2025
Table 73 NBO Company Shares of Noodles: % Value 2021-2025
Table 74 LBN Brand Shares of Noodles: % Value 2022-2025
Table 75 Distribution of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 76 Distribution of Rice by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 77 Distribution of Pasta by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 78 Distribution of Noodles by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 79 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 80 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 81 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 82 Forecast Sales of Rice, Pasta and Noodles by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030
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