Cooking ingredients and meals witnessed slower growth in volume and value terms over 2025, shaped by economic pressures, evolving consumer priorities, and a growing demand for convenience and flavour innovation. Persistent inflation and rising utility (electricity) costs have led to ongoing caution ...

Edible oils in Chile has witnessed slower value growth in 2025, denoting weaker consumer demand compared to recent years. During the first half of the year, consumption displayed some dynamism, but growth decelerated in the second half, reflecting more cautious and price-driven spending behaviour. H ...

Sauces, dips, and condiments in Chile maintained healthy growth in 2025, continuing the same trajectory observed in the previous year. Category performance is primarily driven by sauces and herbs and spices, which remain central to the category’s expansion. As Chilean consumers embrace home cooking ...

The sweet spreads category in Chile is enjoying steady growth in 2025, driven by the continued dynamism of honey. The rising consumer interest in natural and perceived healthier products has supported the sales performance of honey. By contrast, other segments such as spreads and jams and preserves ...

Meals and soups in Chile witnessed a return to volume growth in 2025, as demand for ready meals recovered following several challenging years. Consumers are embracing the convenience of both products to support busy lifestyles, although affordability still remains key. Euromonitor International's Me ...

Rice, pasta and noodles is benefiting from a more stable rice supply in 2025, following challenging conditions in the previous year. The marked rise in prices caused by the restricted supply continue to affect the market, however, with Chinese brands having entered the rice category to tap into cons ...

Processed fruit and vegetables is seeing sales hit by a cautious consumer environment. However, the ongoing demand for convenient meal preparation amongst ever busier modern consumers continues to provide opportunities for expansion. Indeed, areas such as frozen fruit also have the potential to tap ...

Persistent food inflation, cost-of-living pressures, and uncertainty in global supply - exacerbated by the US administration’s trade policies - are driving consumers to seek affordable staple foods, boosting the use of discount retail channels such as discount stores and warehouse clubs, and driving ...

Bread remains a staple in the Chilean diet, with local consumers continuing to prefer artisanal products. However, price rises resulting from increasing operational costs are exerting a downward pressure on volume sales. Nonetheless, products with a healthier, more authentic positioning are gaining ...

Processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat is seeing persistent consumer caution influence purchasing decisions despite signs of improving economic conditions. This is leading consumers to look for affordable options and private label products. At the same time, the category is seeing notable ...

Breakfast cereals is seeing growth, but many budget conscious consumers are looking for more affordable options within the category. At the same time, rising consumer health awareness is supporting an increasing interest in products offering functional properties and greater nutritional value. This ...

Healthcare facilities in Chile are increasingly prioritizing surgical methods that focus on precision, efficiency, and enhanced patient recovery. The rising demand for minimally invasive surgeries is prompting hospitals to enhance their laparoscopic capabilities, resulting in a consistent increase i ...

Recent regional surveys indicate that Chile has eight active robotic surgical systems, primarily situated in Santiago and other urban areas. This positions Chile with one of the highest ratios of robots to population in South America. The country boasts a significant number of certified robotic surg ...

Chile's healthcare framework consists of a public system known as Fondo Nacional de Salud (FONASA) and a private system referred to as Instituciones de Salud Previsional (ISAPREs). The public system ensures universal health coverage, while the private sector typically provides quicker access to more ...

The healthcare system in Chile has actively adopted Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS), driven by advantages such as quicker recovery periods, decreased postoperative discomfort, and shorter hospital stays for patients. The rise in chronic health issues, particularly obesity, has led to an increase in ...

Chile's growth in air cargo is closely tied to its successful export-driven economic strategy. As the top fruit exporter in the Southern Hemisphere, the country relies heavily on air transport to ensure the freshness of its delicate, high-value products such as salmon, berries, cherries, and asparag ...

The Chile computed tomography (CT) devices market is a crucial component of the country's healthcare system, serving both public and private providers. The market is propelled by a commitment to enhancing diagnostic capabilities to better manage a rising burden of chronic diseases. According to data ...

The dialysis concentrates and solutions market in Chile plays a crucial role in the healthcare system, driven by a growing number of kidney disease patients and enhanced access to dialysis services. The rise in chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is primarily attributed t ...