Costa Rica - Prepared Dishes and Meals - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Prepared Dishes and Meals in Costa Rica
In 2023, the Costa Rican prepared dishes and meal market increased by X% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, consumption continues to indicate resilient growth. Prepared dishes and meal consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Production of Prepared Dishes and Meals in Costa Rica
In value terms, prepared dishes and meal production totaled $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, production decreased by X% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. Prepared dishes and meal production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
Exports of Prepared Dishes and Meals
Exports from Costa Rica
In 2023, prepared dishes and meal exports from Costa Rica was estimated at X tons, flattening at the previous year's figure. In general, total exports indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports increased by X% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, prepared dishes and meal exports declined to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
Exports by Country
The United States (X tons), Peru (X tons) and Guatemala (X tons) were the main destinations of prepared dishes and meal exports from Costa Rica, with a combined X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Peru (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Guatemala ($X), Honduras ($X) and Mexico ($X) constituted the largest markets for prepared dishes and meal exported from Costa Rica worldwide, together accounting for X% of total exports. Peru, Panama, El Salvador, the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
In terms of the main countries of destination, Peru, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average prepared dishes and meal export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Guatemala ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Peru (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Prepared Dishes and Meals
Imports into Costa Rica
In 2023, prepared dishes and meal imports into Costa Rica was estimated at X tons, approximately equating the previous year's figure. Overall, total imports indicated a perceptible expansion from 2012 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, imports decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021; afterwards, it flattened through to 2023.
In value terms, prepared dishes and meal imports declined to $X in 2023. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2023, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest prepared dishes and meal supplier to Costa Rica, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, prepared dishes and meal imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Mexico (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by China (X tons), with an X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (X% per year) and China (X% per year).
In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of prepared dishes and meals to Costa Rica, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mexico ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (X% per year) and Chile (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The average prepared dishes and meal import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Colombia (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for prepared dishes and meal in Costa Rica. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 10851900 - Other prepared dishes and meals (including frozen pizza)
- Prodcom 10891940 - Other food preparations n.e.c.
Country coverage:
- Costa Rica
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Costa Rica
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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