Australia Prepared Meals Market Size by Categories, Distribution Channel, Market Share and Forecast, 2021-2026
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The prepared meals market in Australia was valued at AUD1.7 billion in 2021. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 3% during the forecast period.
In 2021, the Australian prepared meals market was led by the ready meals category in value as well as in volume terms. The meal kits category is forecast to register the fastest value and volume growth, during 2021-2026. Hypermarkets & supermarkets were the leading channels in the distribution of prepared meals in the country. McCain, Dr. August Oetker Kg, and Patties Foods Ltd are the top three companies in the Australian prepared meals market.
The Australia prepared meals market report provides insights on high-growth markets to target, trends in the usage of packaging materials, types and closures category level distribution data, and companies’ market shares.
Australia prepared meals market overview
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What is the city-level outlook in the Australia prepared meals market?
The top eight cities in the Australian prepared meals market are Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, and Darwin. Sydney emerged as the largest prepared meals market in Australia in 2021, followed by Melbourne and Brisbane.
Prepared meals market in Australia, by cities
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What are the key categories in the Australian prepared meals market?
The key categories in the Australian prepared meals market are meal kits, pizza, and ready meals. Ready meals led the Australian prepared meals market in 2021 followed by pizza and meal kits.
Meal kits market in Australia
The meal kits category can be further segmented into ambient meal kits, chilled meal kits, and frozen meal kits. The chilled meal kits segment had the highest market share in the meal kits category in 2021.
Pizza market in Australia
The pizza category can be further segmented into chilled pizza and frozen pizza. The frozen pizza segment had the highest market share in the pizza category in 2021.
Ready meals market in Australia
The ready meals category can be further segmented into ambient ready meals, chilled ready meals, dried ready meals, and frozen ready meals. The frozen ready meals segment had the highest market share in the ready meals category in 2021.
Prepared meals market in Australia, by category
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What are the key distribution channels in the Australia prepared meals market?
The key distribution channels in the prepared meals market in Australia are convenience stores, hypermarkets & supermarkets, food & drinks specialists, cash & carries & warehouse clubs, dollar stores, e-Retailers, and others. Hypermarkets & supermarkets is the leading distribution channel in the Australian prepared meals market followed by convenience stores and food & drinks specialists.
Prepared meals market in Australia, by distribution channel
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Which are the key companies in the Australian prepared meals market?
The key companies covered in the Australia prepared meals market report are McCain, The Kraft Heinz Company, Patties Foods Ltd, Nestlé, Dr. August Oetker Kg, Makmur Enterprises Pty Ltd, private labels, and others.
Prepared meals market in Australia, by companies
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Market report scope
Market size (Year – 2021) | AUD 1.7 billion |
Growth rate (CAGR) | >3% |
Forecast period | 2021-2026 |
Key cities | Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, and Darwin |
Key categories | Meal Kits, Pizza, and Ready Meals |
Key distribution channels | Convenience Stores, Hypermarkets & Supermarkets, Food & Drinks Specialists, Cash & Carries & Warehouse Clubs, E-retailers, Dollar Stores, and Others |
Key companies | McCain, The Kraft Heinz Company, Patties Foods Ltd, Nestlé, Dr. August Oetker Kg, Makmur Enterprises Pty Ltd, and Private Labels |
Scope
- Overall sector value and volume data with growth analysis for 2016-2026
- Per capita consumption and per capita expenditure of prepared meals was higher in Australia than both the regional and global levels in 2021
- Hypermarkets & supermarkets were the leading distribution channel in the Australian prepared meals sector in 2021
- Value and growth analysis for ambient meal kits, chilled meal kits, frozen meal kits, chilled pizza, frozen pizza, ambient ready meals, chilled ready meals, dried ready meals, and frozen ready meals with inputs on individual segment share within each category and the change in their market share forecast for 2021-2026
- Market share of companies (in value terms) and private labels (in value terms) in 2021
- Consumption breakdown for package materials and pack types in each category, in terms of percentage share of the number of units sold.
Reasons to Buy
- Identify high potential categories and explore further market opportunities based on detailed value and volume analysis
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- Gain an understanding of the total competitive landscape based on detailed company share analysis to plan effective market positioning
- Our team of analysts has placed a significant emphasis on changes expected in the market that will provide a clear picture of the opportunities that can be tapped over the next five years, resulting in revenue expansion
- The packaging analysis report helps manufacturers, in identifying the most commonly used packaging materials in the sector
- Analysis on key macro-economic indicators such as real GDP, nominal GDP, consumer price index, household consumption expenditure, population (by age group, gender, rural-urban split, and employed people and unemployment rate. It also includes an economic summary of the country along with the labor market and demographic trends.
Nestlé
Makmur Enterprises Pty Ltd
Dr. August Oetker Kg
The Kraft Heinz Company
Nomad Foods
General Mills Inc.
Patties Foods Ltd
Heinz
ConAgra Brands Inc
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Frequently asked questions
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What was the Australian prepared meals market size in 2021?
The prepared meals market in Australia was valued at AUD 1.7 billion in 2021.
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What is the Australian prepared meals market growth rate?
The prepared meals market in Australia is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 3% during the forecast period.
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Which are the key cities in the Australia prepared meals market?
The top eight cities in the Australia prepared meals market are Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, and Darwin.
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What are the key categories in the Australian prepared meals market?
The key segments in the Australia prepared meals market are meal kits, pizza, and ready meals.
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What are the key distribution channels in the Australian prepared meals market?
The key distribution channels in the Australia prepared meals market are convenience stores, hypermarkets & supermarkets, food & drinks specialists, cash & carries & warehouse clubs, e-retailers, dollar stores, and others.
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Which are the key companies in the Australian prepared meals market?
The key companies in the Australia prepared meals market are McCain, The Kraft Heinz Company, Patties Foods Ltd, Nestlé, Dr. August Oetker Kg, Makmur Enterprises Pty Ltd, private labels, and others.
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