DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/663wsb/cheese_market) has announced the addition of the "Global Cheese Market 2013-2019: GroupeDanone S.A., Kraft Foods, Inc, Saputo Inc & Arla Foods are major Players in this $72 Billion Industry" report to their offering.
The global market for cheese was worth USD 72.45 billion in 2012.
The cheese and cheese products market is highly fragmented, as there are many brands available in the market; however, very few have a significant market share. The top six companies accounted for around 20% of the market share in 2012. The rest of the market is occupied by various small and private players. Some of the major players of the market are GroupeDanone S.A., Kraft Foods Group, Inc, Saputo Inc, and Arla Foods, Inc.
Italian cheese accounted for the largest share of 40.5% in 2012 and is expected to maintain its dominance over the next five years. This is due to growing demand for Italian cheese in from the fast food industry. Another segment which accounted for a large market share in 2012 was American cheese at 13.1%. Its sale is expected to decrease because of the growth of other varieties of cheese forms such as brie, strings, cream cheese and spreads. Market for soft and fresh cheese is expected to be unaltered, as fresh cheese is consumed by health conscious people and has highly perishable qualities whereas soft cheese is used as spread for bread and crackers and also served as a snack. Other types of cheese are also expected to grow at a consistent rate with a good export value.
The global cheese market is spread across the world, with many countries currently producing and exporting cheese and cheese products. In terms of revenue and exports, Europe and North America are the major markets and account for 3/4th of the global revenue. In case of imports emerging economies such as Mexico and China, they account for more than 50% share. The global market for cheese in 2012 was dominated by Europe and North America, which together accounted for more than 70% of the market share. The market witnessed growth due to growing snacking habits of consumers as cheese forms a vital ingredient for nearly all fast food preparations. Moreover, availability of varieties of cheese in innovative packaging is another factor contributing towards market growth. However, in future, both these economies are expected to taken over by Asia Pacific in terms of market share. The Asian market has a good potential for growth in the future and is considered as a lucrative market by several key players. Asia Pacific market is the most promising market and expected to grow at a rate of 28.2% from 2013 to 2019.
Scope of the Report
Cheese Market: Product Analysis
- American Cheese
- Italian Cheese
- Hard Cheese
- Soft Cheese
- Fresh Cheese
- Others
Key Topics Covered:
Chapter 1 Preface
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
Chapter 3 Cheese market - Industry Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Value chain analysis
3.3 Drivers
3.4 Restraints
3.5 Opportunities
3.6 Import and Export
3.7 Per capita cheese consumption
3.8 Type of packaging
3.9 Porter's five force analysis
3.10 Market Attractiveness, for cheese type
3.11 Cheese: Company Market Share, 2012
Chapter 4 Cheese Market - Product Segment Analysis
4.1 Global cheese market, revenue share by product type, 2012 and 2019
4.2 American cheese
4.3 Italian Cheese
4.4 Hard Cheese
4.5 Soft Cheese
4.6 Fresh Cheese
4.7 Other Cheese
Chapter 5 Cheese Market - Regional Analysis
Chapter 6 Company Profiles
6.1 Arla Foods, Inc.
6.2 Bongrain SA
6.3 Danone
6.4 Dukat
6.5 Fonterra Co-Operative Group Ltd.
6.6 Fromageries Bel S.A.
6.7 Kraft Foods Group, Inc.
6.8 Sargento Foods Inc.
6.9 GCMMF - AMUL
6.10 Almarai Company Ltd
6.11 Saputo Inc.
6.12 Royal FrieslandCampina N.V.
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