New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market 2025

The outlook for the New Zealand chocolate confectionery market indicates a modest growth of USD 132.3 million, with an expected CAGR of approximately 3.8% over the next five years. In New Zealand, the chocolate confectionery market is experiencing steady growth, driven by a consumer preference for high-quality chocolates, particularly dark and artisanal varieties. The country’s increasing focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing of cocoa is shaping consumer purchasing decisions. Furthermore, gifting chocolates during key occasions such as Christmas and Easter, coupled with an affinity for imported premium brands, continues to support the market’s expansion.

This report presents a thorough analysis and future outlook for the New Zealand chocolate confectionery market, covering historical data from 2020 to 2024 and forecasts up to 2030. It investigates market size, growth patterns, and segmented insights, revealing the trends transforming the industry. By dissecting critical aspects such as product type, type and distribution channel, the report provides a comprehensive toolkit for understanding and capitalizing on market opportunities.

Market Segmentation

The New Zealand chocolate confectionery market is structured as follows:
Product type: boxed chocolates, countlines, pouches and bags, tablets, chocolate with toys, seasonal chocolates
Type: regular, sugar-free
Distribution channel: convenience stores, forecourt stores, supermarkets and hypermarkets, food and drinks stores, grocery stores, vending, e-commerce, others

The New Zealand chocolate confectionery market is segmented by product type, type and distribution channel. By product type, the market includes boxed chocolates, countlines, pouches and bags, tablets, chocolate with toys, and seasonal chocolates. Type segments are divided into regular, and sugar-free. Distribution channel segmentation comprises convenience stores, forecourt stores, supermarkets and hypermarkets, food and drinks stores, grocery stores, vending, e-commerce, and others.

Competitive Landscape

The New Zealand chocolate confectionery market exhibits significant competition. Leading companies within the market include Waikato Valley Chocolates Ltd., The Hershey Company, Prolife Foods Limited, Nestle S.A., Mondelez International Inc., Mars Incorporated, Lotte Corporation, J.H. Whittaker and Sons Ltd., Ferrero International S.A. and Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprungli AG.

The report provides a detailed assessment of prominent companies within the chocolate confectionery market, tracking their performance from 2020 to 2024. Insights reveal fluctuations in market share, highlighting both veteran leaders and emerging players.

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market – Product Type Analysis
New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market – Type Analysis
New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Company Shares Analysis
Waikato Valley Chocolates Ltd.
The Hershey Company
Prolife Foods Limited
Nestle S.A.
Mondelez International Inc.
Mars, Incorporated
Lotte Corporation
J.H. Whittaker and Sons, Ltd.
Ferrero International S.A.
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Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer

FIGURES AND TABLES
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Type, 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Type, 2020-2030
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2024
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market, by Companies, 2024
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2024
Chart New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market, by Brands, 2024
Table New Zealand – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table New Zealand – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table New Zealand – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table New Zealand Chocolate Confectionery Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)

Companies Mentioned

Waikato Valley Chocolates Ltd.
The Hershey Company
Prolife Foods Limited
Nestle S.A.
Mondelez International Inc.
Mars, Incorporated
Lotte Corporation
J.H. Whittaker and Sons, Ltd.
Ferrero International S.A.
Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprungli AG