Candy Market Forecast to Reach USD 344.22 Billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 3.9% - Candy Market Growth Outlook

According to a new report by Maximize Market Research, the global candy market was valued at USD 253.46 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach approximately USD 344.22 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9% from 2025 to 2032. The growth is being fuelled by rising consumption of chocolate-based confectionery, increased retail penetration and evolving consumer preferences for indulgent sweets.

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♦ Key Highlights

Market size & CAGR: USD 253.46 billion in 2024 → USD 344.22 billion by 2032; CAGR of 3.9% (2025-2032).

Leading product segment: Chocolate candy is the major segment globally.

Fastest-growing/important region: North America dominates and Asia-Pacific is expected to witness the fastest revenue growth.

Key growth drivers/trends: Growth driven by increasing disposable incomes, festival/holiday-driven consumption, and product innovation (e.g., fruit/nut varieties). Markets are restrained by health concerns (sugar, obesity) and changing consumer tastes.

Top companies: Key players include The Hershey Company, Mondelēz International, Mars, Incorporated, Nestlé S.A., Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd..

♦ Market Outlook

The global candy market encompasses sugar-confectionery products (in bars, drops, pieces) combining sweeteners, chocolate, fruits, nuts, etc. From a base of USD 253.46 billion in 2024, the market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of about 3.9% through 2032 to reach nearly USD 344.22 billion. Key influences include an uptick in chocolate consumption linked to festivals (e.g., Halloween, Diwali, Eid) and growing demand for nut/fruit-infused candy variants. However, the market faces headwinds from growing health-awareness among consumers, increasing dental concerns and sugar-reduction trends, prompting manufacturers to innovate with low-sugar and sugar-free alternatives.
Segment-wise, the report covers product types (Chocolate Candy, Non-Chocolate Candy, Hard Boiled Candies, Pastilles/Gums/Jellies, Toffees/Caramels/Nougat, Mints, Others) and price-points (Economy, Mid-Range, Luxury). Distribution-channel segmentation includes Supermarkets & Hypermarkets (dominant), Convenience Stores, Specialist Retailers, Online Retail, and Others.

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♦ Regional Insights

The North America region currently dominates the global candy market and is expected to maintain its leadership through 2032, underpinned by strong brand presence, holiday-consumption traditions and high disposable incomes. Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific stands out as the fastest-growing region, driven by shifting consumer lifestyles, rising middle-class income in countries such as China and India, and the growing penetration of Western-style confectionery consumption in the region. The report further covers Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and South America, analysing country-level growth, regulatory dynamics and distribution evolution.

♦ Key Players & Competitive Landscape

Prominent players in the global candy market include The Hershey Company, Mondelēz International, Mars Incorporated, Nestlé S.A., and Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd. These firms benefit from scale, brand loyalty and innovation pipelines. The competitive landscape is characterised by product launches (e.g., new chocolate candy bars), innovations in flavour/ingredients (fruit, nuts, low-sugar), expansion into emerging markets and distribution channel enhancements (including online retail). The report further details merger & acquisition activity, R&D investment, regional expansion and marketing strategies.

♦ Quote

"Our analysis shows the candy market remains resilient, as demand for indulgence meets innovation in format and flavour. With evolving consumer preferences and rising middle-income populations, particularly in Asia-Pacific, the candy market forecast points to solid growth ahead," said Jane Smith, Senior Food & Beverage Analyst at Maximize Market Research.

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