Global snack food market - statistics & facts
During the pandemic worldwide snack consumption shot up across all categories. The most common reason for people to snack was the sense of comfort they experienced from indulging. People also snacked to relieve boredom, reward themselves, boost their mood, and to relax. After 2020, revenue growth for snacks is expected to slow.
Any small portion of food eaten between the three daily meals can be considered a snack, however, there are some products that are more commonly associated with snacking than with regular meals. For example, global yearly consumption of cookies and crackers amounts to multiple kilograms per person, but few would eat them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
