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Sugar Production in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€9.4bn

2025

€9.4bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€X

Employees

13,843

Businesses

24

Wages

€XXX.Xm

Sugar Production in France industry analysis

The Sugar Production industry in France has faced turbulent conditions recently, grappling with spiralling sugar prices and shifting consumer trends. Despite health concerns, sugar consumption in the country has steadily risen, propping up demand for sugar producers and creating a robust market. However, rising input, energy and labour costs have tempered profitability, constraining what could otherwise have been a period of significant growth in the industry. Still, revenue is anticipated to rise at a compound annual rate of 5.5% over the five years through 2025, reaching €9.4 billion despite a forecast 2.8% dip in 2025.

Trends and Insights

  • European nations impose taxes on sugary drinks. The move aims to reduce sugar consumption by provoking manufacturers to drop sugar levels in beverages and switch to healthier alternatives.
  • Sugar demand falls amid health concerns and new regulations. Food manufacturers, facing a health-conscious consumer base and sugar restrictions, including tax reforms, are decreasing their usage of refined sugar in products.
  • Some of the world’s biggest sugar processors are located in Europe. Sugar processing is a concentrated industry due to the strong economies of scale enjoyed by large operators. The world's largest sugar producer Sudzucker AG is based in Germany.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Sugar Production industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Sugar Production industry in France is €9.4bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Sugar Production in France industry in 2025?

There are 24 businesses in the Sugar Production industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.8 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Sugar Production industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Sugar Production industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 5.5 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Sugar Production industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Sugar Production industry in France is expected to decline.

What are the biggest companies in the Sugar Production market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Sugar Production market in France are Cristal Union SCA, Tereos SA and Saint Louis Sucre SAS

What does the Sugar Production in France include?

Refined sugar and Raw sugar are part of the Sugar Production industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Sugar Production in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Cristal Union SCA.

How competitive is the Sugar Production industry in France?

The level of competition is low and steady in the Sugar Production industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Food safety laws limit pesticide use for sugar beet growing. Stringent food standards in Europe limit what fertilisers and pesticides farmers can use to grow their crops.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Sugar Production in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Rising sugar prices have led to significant profit growth. Higher costs for processors and farmers triggered price hikes, increasing revenues for sugar companies, who were thus able to outpace increasing operational expenses.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Sugar Production in France industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

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