Household Refrigerator And Home Freezer Global Market Report 2024

The household refrigerator and home freezer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $59.18 billion in 2023 to $62.89 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to several key factors, including the electrification of households, evolving consumer lifestyles, a heightened focus on energy efficiency and environmental considerations, an increase in kitchen remodeling and upgrades, the adoption of modular kitchen designs, and the rising prevalence of nuclear families worldwide.

The household refrigerator and home freezer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $78.46 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. Anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including the adoption of smart and connected appliances, a strong emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency, the influence of health and wellness trends, the impact of urbanization and the prevalence of smaller living spaces, as well as the growing trends in food delivery and online shopping. Additionally, key trends expected in the forecast period encompass the popularity of French door refrigerators, the implementation of energy-efficient cooling systems, a focus on customization and flexible storage options, the use of fingerprint-resistant finishes, and the integration of water and ice dispensers in household refrigerators and freezers.

The escalating consumption of processed food items, including frozen meats, vegetables, and dairy products, coupled with changes in consumer dietary preferences, is propelling the growth of the household refrigerator and freezer market. As busy lifestyles become the norm, consumers increasingly rely on processed foods and pre-made meals that necessitate refrigeration for storage. Valued at $2 trillion globally, the processed food industries, as reported by Rentokil, are a significant driver for the household refrigerators and home freezers market's expansion.

The primary categories of household refrigerators and home freezers encompass refrigerators, freezers, ice boxes, and combination units that serve both functions. A household refrigerator operates by circulating a liquid refrigerant within a sealed system, which undergoes vaporization, drawing heat away from the fridge's interior. The vaporized refrigerant is then directed through coils located outside the refrigerator, where it is condensed back into a liquid state. These appliances offer a variety of door configurations, such as single doors, double doors, side-by-side doors, and French doors. Additionally, they come with different freezer placement options, including freezers positioned on top, bottom, or those with no separate freezer compartment. These variations cater to the storage of items like frozen vegetables, meats, and other frozen goods. Household refrigerators and home freezers are distributed through various channels, including specialty stores, supermarkets and hypermarkets, online retail platforms, and other outlets.

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The expected increase in the purchasing power of consumers is forecasted to be a key driver for the household refrigerators and home freezers market. Consumers' purchasing power, derived from their income and financial resources, plays a pivotal role in the acquisition of goods and services. This boost in purchasing power stimulates the sales of upgraded, energy-efficient models, encourages innovation, diversifies product offerings, and ultimately fuels market growth. For instance, as per the European Commission's data in February 2023, the global middle class, often referred to as the consumer class, is projected to reach 4.8 billion people by 2030, representing a rise of 1.3 billion individuals with increased purchasing power compared to 2021. Hence, the escalating purchasing power of consumers is anticipated to be a significant driver for the household refrigerators and home freezers market.

The growth of the household refrigerator and freezer market is being hampered by intense pricing pressures on manufacturers. With numerous market players competing based on price, specifications, and various other characteristics, durable goods like refrigerators and freezers are particularly price-sensitive compared to essential items. Consumers exhibit a higher likelihood to make purchases during price reductions and are less inclined to buy when there's a price increase.

Household refrigerator and home freezer manufacturers are integrating advanced technologies like IoT and embedded sensors into their products to enhance overall functionality. These advancements include sophisticated human-machine interface designs and refrigerators capable of autonomously recognizing food types and weights, adjusting and monitoring temperatures according to specific requirements.

Leading companies within the household refrigerator and home freezer market are focusing on the development of Wi-Fi-enabled side-by-side convertible refrigerators as a means to achieve a competitive advantage. These refrigerators can be remotely controlled via the LG ThinQ app. For instance, in September 2023, LG Electronics, a multinational electronics company based in South Korea, introduced Wi-Fi-enabled side-by-side convertible refrigerators in India. These refrigerators allow users to transform the freezer section into a fridge from any location using the LG ThinQ app. The 2023 Wi-Fi Convertible side-by-side refrigerator range features nine variants in matte and glass finishes, complete with chrome-finished door handles and metallic accents in the interior. The available refrigerator variants will include a size of 650 liters.

In September 2021, Whirlpool, a US-based home appliances company, successfully acquired Elica for a transaction amounting to $57 million. This strategic acquisition was aimed at broadening Whirlpool's product portfolio in the kitchen appliances sector. Elica, an Italy-based company involved in home appliances, notably in household refrigeration and home freezers, joined forces with Whirlpool, marking an expansion in the scope of their offerings.

Major companies operating in the household refrigerator and home freezer market include LG Electronics, Haier, Samsung, Panasonic Corporation, Godrej, Electrolux, Whirlpool, Robert Bosch, Liebherr-International AG, Dover Corporation, Midea Group, Hitachi Ltd., Sharp Corporation, Toshiba Corporation, Siemens AG, General Electric, Frigidaire, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Viking Range, Sub-Zero, Thermador, True Residential, Fisher & Paykel, Dacor, Gaggenau, Smeg, Blomberg, Hisense, Arcelik, Vestel, Gorenje

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the household refrigerator and home freezer market in 2023. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the household refrigerator and home freezer market. The regions covered in the household refrigerator and home freezer market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the household refrigerator and home freezer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada

The household refrigerators and home freezers market consists of the sales of top-freezer refrigerators, bottom-freezer refrigerators, side-by-side refrigerators, french door refrigerators, upright freezers, chest freezers, handle ice boxes, wheeled ice boxes, and other household refrigerators and home freezers. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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