Report cover image

Staple Foods in Peru

Published Nov 26, 2025
Length 74 Pages
SKU # EP20639436

Description

In 2025, staple foods in Peru advanced in a context defined by fragile but stabilising macroeconomic fundamentals and persistent pressures on household budgets. While the economy is set to post moderate growth and inflation is expected to hover near target levels, structural constraints – including elevated informality, lingering unemployment, reduced consumer confidence and ongoing political uncertainty – continue to influence purchasing behaviour. These conditions underpin the resilience of es...

Euromonitor International's Staple Foods in Peru 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.

Table of Contents

74 Pages
Staple Foods in Peru
Euromonitor International
November 2025
List Of Contents And Tables
STAPLE FOODS IN PERU
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Cost sensitivity, evolving health priorities and expanding private label offerings shape overall market performance
KEY DATA FINDINGS
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Affordability pressures reinforce the dominance of value-led formats and private label alternatives
Health redefinition accelerates demand for simpler, less processed and functionally oriented offerings
Indulgence constrained by rising input costs reshapes portfolios in baked goods and sweetened cereals
WHAT’S NEXT?
Moderate future growth supported by stable pricing, category maturity and broader availability in modern retail
Competitive environment intensifies as leaders strengthen portfolios and private label reshapes value dynamics
Modern retail expansion, discounter momentum and improving e-commerce logistics reshape channel dynamics
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Alicorp consolidates leadership through portfolio breadth, affordability strategies and strong distribution reach
Acquisitions, portfolio expansion and private label momentum reshape competitive dynamics
CHANNELS
Traditional trade remains dominant but continues to cede ground to modern retail expansion
Discounters accelerate as the fastest-growing channel, reshaping value access and consumer migration patterns
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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources
BAKED GOODS IN PERU
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Rising demand for affordable indulgence and expanded availability supports resilient category performance
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Bread retains its central role as everyday consumption and wider retail coverage reinforce category stability
Diversified formats and broader indulgence expand growth, supported by stronger channel execution
WHAT’S NEXT?
Packaged flatbread gains traction as convenience, versatility and culinary trends broaden its appeal
Health-driven reformulation and more nutritious offerings strengthen the role of better-for-you bakery options
Innovation, limited editions and premium concepts fuel experimentation and broaden consumption occasions
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Bimbo and Nestlé consolidate leadership through portfolio breadth, distribution strength and brand-driven innovation
Acquisitions, private label advances and emerging local players reshape competitive dynamics
CHANNELS
Traditional trade and artisan bakeries retain prominence but face intensifying pressure from modern retail
Discounters and convenience stores gain momentum as consumers seek accessible pricing and ready-to-eat formats
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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
BREAKFAST CEREALS IN PERU
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Health-led demand for oats supports resilience amid trading down to cheaper breakfasts
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Oats and healthier cereals underpin performance as consumers rebalance value and nutrition
Hot cereals consolidate their role as nutritious and accessible breakfast options
WHAT’S NEXT?
Healthier breakfast habits and shifting segment roles will shape future category growth
Healthier breakfast cereals move into the mainstream of consumer demand
Innovation and format diversification help brands defend against private label pressure
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Alicorp reinforces leadership as imported brands cede ground to local value propositions
Ajeper accelerates growth via D’Gussto expansion in the traditional channel
CHANNELS
Traditional grocers remain central but gradually cede share to modern formats
Discounters gain relevance as private label oats and cereals anchor low-price strategies
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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
PROCESSED MEAT, SEAFOOD AND ALTERNATIVES TO MEAT IN PERU
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Inflation, premiumisation and channel shifts underpin a value-driven but cautious market
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Rising prices sustain value growth while volume demand becomes more cautious
Premium chilled red meat drives growth as consumers trade up for quality and experience
WHAT’S NEXT?
Premiumisation and pricing strategies will underpin steady growth over the forecast period
Health considerations remain secondary as meat substitutes struggle to break into the mainstream
Frozen and ready-to-cook products gain traction as air fryers reshape home preparation
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Established leaders consolidate positions as inflation tests smaller competitors
Seafood specialists and premium charcuterie brands emerge as dynamic challengers
CHANNELS
Traditional grocers remain dominant but gradually lose share to modern formats
Discounters deepen their role as value anchors in processed protein purchases
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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
PROCESSED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES IN PERU
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Preference for fresh produce and price sensitivity weigh on processed formats
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Declining demand for shelf-stable products as consumers migrate to fresher options
Frozen processed fruit and vegetables gain momentum from convenience and nutrition
WHAT’S NEXT?
Targeted recovery led by shelf-stable vegetables and frozen segments
Health-led innovation to align processed formats with evolving consumer expectations
Air fryers and new cooking habits unlock additional potential for frozen vegetables
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Frutos y Especias sustains leadership as Arica remains a reference in shelf-stable fruit
Berries del Perú and Danper gain relevance through frozen fruit and value-focused vegetables
CHANNELS
Supermarkets narrow the gap with traditional grocers as assortments expand
E-commerce and emerging formats diversify access and reshape purchase occasions
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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
RICE, PASTA AND NOODLES IN PERU
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2025 DEVELOPMENTS
Affordability, private label and format diversification shape a mature but resilient category
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Private label and budget brands limit value expansion despite steady underlying demand
Instant noodles lead growth as price resets combine with convenience and cup premiumisation
WHAT’S NEXT?
Population growth and everyday reliance on staples underpin steady future demand
Health-positioned rice, pasta and noodle options gain relevance from a small base
Premiumisation strengthens in instant noodles and imported pasta while fresh formats lag
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Costeño and Alicorp defend leadership amid pressure from value players and private label
Danilza builds a premium niche with Italian heritage and healthy-positioned pasta
CHANNELS
Traditional grocers remain central thanks to proximity, habits and perceived price advantages
Discounters and e-commerce gain ground as shoppers seek savings and convenience
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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER

Search Inside Report

How Do Licenses Work?
Request A Sample
Head shot

Questions or Comments?

Our team has the ability to search within reports to verify it suits your needs. We can also help maximize your budget by finding sections of reports you can purchase.