Delicatessens in Australia - Industry Market Research Report

Food coma: Despite ongoing demand for premium products, revenue is hungry for hearty stimulation

Delicatessens in Australia have faced a tough five-year period due to fierce competition from major supermarkets. Supermarkets have lured customers away with their low prices on a vast range of products. As a result, enterprise and establishment numbers have fallen over the period. However, thanks to rising disposable incomes and an increase in consumer preference for premium foods, some delicatessens have managed to survive by carving out a niche in the high-end market. Those that updated their products to include gourmet and fine foods and focused on upscale buyers have generally seen better performance. Industry firms retail specialty meats, cheeses, bread and other products, which are often sold by weight. The industry excludes sales of deli-style products at major supermarkets. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.