Saudi Arabia Ready Meals Market

Market Overview:

Saudi Arabia ready meals market size reached USD 1,935.2 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 3,410.9 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5% during 2025-2033. The increasing prevalence of urbanization, which leads to smaller living spaces and busier routines, coupled with the growth of e-commerce and food delivery services that has made it easier for consumers to access ready meals, is primarily driving the market.

Ready meals are pre-packaged, convenient food items that are fully cooked and can be quickly heated and served for consumption. These meals cater to individuals seeking a convenient dining option amidst their busy lifestyles. They typically come in various forms, including frozen, refrigerated, or shelf-stable packages, and cover a wide range of cuisines and dishes, from pasta and pizza to curries and salads. Ready meals offer several advantages, such as time-saving, reduced meal preparation efforts, and portion control. They are particularly popular among students, working professionals, and those without culinary skills. Additionally, they often come with detailed heating instructions to ensure easy and safe preparation. In summary, ready meals are convenient, pre-cooked food options that cater to the demands of today's fast-paced lifestyles, offering both convenience and a variety of dining choices.

Saudi Arabia Ready Meals Market Trends:

The ready meals market in Saudi Arabia has noticed remarkable growth in recent years owing to several key drivers. Firstly, changing lifestyles have played a pivotal role in the market's expansion. As people increasingly adopt busier schedules, they seek convenient meal solutions that save time and effort. Consequently, the demand for ready meals has surged as they provide a quick and hassle-free dining option. Moreover, the ongoing trend of urbanization has further fueled this market's growth. With more individuals residing in cities, the need for easily accessible and ready-to-eat food options has enhanced. Ready meals cater to this urban demographic by offering various choices, from traditional favorites to exotic cuisines, readily available in supermarkets and online platforms. Additionally, the growing awareness of health and wellness has prompted manufacturers to innovate by offering healthier, nutritionally balanced ready meal options. This, in turn, has attracted health-conscious consumers who are looking for convenient yet wholesome dining choices. Furthermore, several advancements in food processing and packaging technologies that can improve the quality, shelf life, and convenience of ready meals are expected to drive the market in Saudi Arabia during the forecast period.

Saudi Arabia Ready Meals Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product type and distribution channel.

Product Type Insights:

• Frozen Ready Meal
• Chilled Ready Meal
• Ambient Ready Meal
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type have also been provided in the report. This includes frozen ready meal, chilled ready meal, and ambient ready meal.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Hypermarkets/Supermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Online Retail Stores
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel have also been provided in the report. This includes hypermarkets/supermarkets, convenience stores, online retail stores, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Northern and Central Region
• Western Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northern and Central Region, Western Region, Eastern Region, and Southern Region.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the key players include:

• Al Kabeer Group ME
• Al Watania
• AlKaramah Dough
• Almarai Company
• Almunajem Foods
• Americana Group
• Nutrition and Diet Center Frozen Ready Meals
• Seara Foods (JBS Foods SA)
• Siwar Foods
• Sunbulah Group

(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)

Saudi Arabia Ready Meals Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Saudi Arabia ready meals market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Saudi Arabia ready meals market?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia ready meals market on the basis of product type?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia ready meals market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Saudi Arabia ready meals market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Saudi Arabia ready meals?
• What is the structure of the Saudi Arabia ready meals market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Saudi Arabia ready meals market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Saudi Arabia ready meals market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Saudi Arabia ready meals market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Saudi Arabia ready meals industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.