China Food Sector Report 2018 2nd Quarter

China’s food sector revenue in the first quarter of 2018 dropped by 13.6% y/y to RMB 498bn, mainly due to decreased prices of pork. Pork prices in Q1 2018 slid by 9.9% y/y, as a result of declining live pig prices. The total profit of the food sector in Q1 2018 was RMB 39.9bn, down by 19.6% y/y, due to the rising prices of raw materials. In the first quarter of 2018, the production of refined edible vegetable oil slumped by 14.9% y/y to 13.1mn tonnes, because of the decline in oil bearing crops production. The output of dairy products in Q1 2018 dropped by 8.4% y/y to 6.2mn tonnes, due to a decline in infant formula milk powder production.  

This report provides a complete and detailed analysis of the food manufacturing sector for China. EMIS Insights presents in-depth business intelligence in a standard format across countries and regions, providing a balanced mix between analysis and data.

What this report allows you to do:

• Understand the key elements at play in the food manufacturing sector in China
• Access forecasts for growth in the sector
• View key data on production and consumption for the sector in China
• Crystallise the forces both driving and restraining this sector in China
• Build a complete perspective on sector trade, investment and employment
• Understand the competitive landscape and who the major players are
• View M&A activity and major deals
• Gain an understanding of the regulatory environment for the sector in China
• Build a clear picture of trends and issues for sub-sectors (e.g. baked food, candies, convenience food, dairy products, canned food, and retail sales).

See below for a complete table of report contents: