Consumer Trends Analysis: Understanding Consumer Trends and Drivers of Behavior in the Italian Confectionery Market

Consumer Trends Analysis: Understanding Consumer Trends and Drivers of Behavior in the Italian Confectionery Market

Understanding Consumer Trends and Drivers of Behavior in the Italian Confectionery Market provides an overview of the market, analyzing market data, demographic consumption patterns within the category, and the key consumer trends driving consumption. The report highlights innovative new product development that effectively targets the most pertinent consumer need states, and offers strategic recommendations to capitalize on evolving consumer landscapes. Key Findings Italian consumers most often look for Confectionery products that help them create personal space and time amongst their busy days, or as rewards to help them recuperate at the end of their days. Manufacturers need to keep delivering value to austere-minded consumers. GDP per capita in Italy will not return to 2008 levels until 2017. This drop and slow recovery in the economy means consumers have adopted austere spending habits with limited trading up, habits they are unlikely to change in the near future Women consume more Confectionery than men in Italy. The main difference between men and women is in the consumption of Gum: on average, women consume chewing gum 27 times more per year than men. Italian Confectionery consumers value unique and special experiences: the Experience Seeking and Quality Seeking trends rank fourth and fifth out of the 20 trends studied. Synopsis Understanding Consumer Trends and Drivers of Behavior in the Italian Confectionery Market identifies the key demographic groups driving consumption, and what motivates their consumption. The report uses a unique method of quantifying consumer trends to highlight the degree of influence they have on consumption within the category. The report also identifies the most important trends within the market and shows whether beliefs over what influences consumer behavior within the category are accurate. Get access to: Key...