Italy: Retail Foods Sector
This report gives an overview of the Italian food retail and distribution sectors and outlines current market trends, including best product prospects. Italy’s food retail sales reached 153.3 billion in 2018, a 2 percent increase from 2017. The Italian retail food market is highly diversified. Hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, major discount stores, and specialized stores coexist with traditional corner grocery stores and open-air markets.
