Gums (Chewing Gum and Bubble Gum) Market 2015-2022 - Global Strategic Business Report 2017 - Evolving Role of Gums as a Functional Product Drive Market Demand

Dublin, June 26, 2017 -- Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Gums (Chewing Gum and Bubble Gum) - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering.

The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2015 through 2022. Also, a six-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Gums (Chewing Gum and Bubble Gum) in US$ by the following Product Segments:

• Chewing Gum
  
• Bubble Gum
  

The report profiles 72 companies including many key and niche players such as

• Arcor Group (Argentina)
• Cloetta AB (Sweden)
• Ferndale Confectionery Pty Ltd. (Australia)
• Haribo GmbH & Co. Kg (Germany)
• Lotte Confectionery (South Korea)
• Mars, Incorporated (USA)
• The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company (USA)
• Meiji Holdings Company, Ltd. (Japan)
• Mondelez International, Inc. (USA)
• Peppersmith (UK)
• Perfetti Van Melle (Italy)
• The Hershey Company (USA)
• ZED Candy (Ireland)

Key Topics Covered:

1. MARKET OVERVIEW

• Gums: Confectionery with High Levels of Frequent Consumption
• Gums: A Few Interesting Facts
• Despite Concerns, Myriad Health Benefits Drive Steady Growth in Gum Consumption
• Breath Freshener
• Relaxes and Eases Tension
• Keeps Active and Awake
• Aids in Concentration
• Improves Brainpower
• Recovers from Postoperative Ileus
• Decreases Uneasiness of Ear while Flying
• Helps to Quit Smoking
• Other Benefits
• Market Fortunes Significantly Impacted by Trends in the Confectionery Sector
• Global Market Outlook
• Emerging Markets Drive Future Market Growth
• Developed Regions: Traditional Revenue Contributors Reduce Scope for Growth

2. COMPETITION

• Global Gum Market: Highly Concentrated and Fiercely Competitive
• Major Chewing Gum Companies and Brands
• Leading Players in the Global Chewing Gums Market with Brands and Country of Origin (2016)
• Popular Sugar Free Gum Brands for Fresh Breath and Health
• Popular Chewing Gums without Chemicals
• Popular Long-lasting Chewing Gums
• Influx of New Products
• Old Brands Threatened by New Products
• Gumlink
• Leader in B2B Segment
• Companies Capitalize on the High-Impulse Attribute
• Distribution & Marketing Mix
• Heavy Advertising Spurs Gum Sales
• Bubble Gums
• Set for Rejuvenation
• Fierce Competition Keeps Prices Down
• Visibility: Key to Chewing Gum Purchases
• Efforts to Promote Oral Care Benefits of Chewing Gum
• Companies Focus on Digital Targeting

3. MARKET TRENDS, ISSUES & DRIVERS

• Evolving Role of Gums as a Functional Product Drive Market Demand
• Gum Innovations and Advancements: Spearheading Growth
• 3D-Printed Chewing Gum
• Chewing Gum for Relief from IBS Symptoms
• Cannabis-Based Chewing Gum for Multiple Sclerosis Patients
• Gum-tec Compounds from Recycled Chewing Gum
• Chewing Gum to Ease Nausea
• Chewing Gum for Weight Management
• Sensor-Integrated Chewing Gum for Fitness Tracking
• Green Chewing Gums
• Jolt Energy Gum with Caffeine and Guarana
• CBD (Cannabidiol) Chewing Gum
• Innovative Flip-Top Packaging for Chewing Gums
• Biodegradable Gums: The Next Big Thing in the Gums Market?
• Nutraceutical Gum: Inexpensive and Effective Medium for Delivering Medicinal Properties Offer Huge Market Potential
• Functionality Benefits Boost Sales of Sugarless Gum
• Localized Effects and Convenience Drive Demand for Medicated Chewing Gum as a Drug Delivery System
• A Plethora of Interesting Flavors Benefit Market Adoption
• Flavor Preferences Vary by Region
• Bubble Gum Flavor: Still the Popular Choice
• Mint: All-Time Favorite
• Sweet and Sour: A Unique Flavor
• Changing Attitudes, Health and Product Safety Concerns Influence Gum Packaging Formats
• Increasing Prominence of Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRTs) Drive Demand for Anti-Smoking Gums
• Growing Health Concerns Inflate Sales of Products with All- Natural Ingredients
• Shift in Consumer Preference from Mints to Breath- Freshening Gum Augurs Well for the Market
• Limiting Calorie Intake with Chewing Benefit Gums Demand in Weight Management
• Favorable Demographic and Economic Trends Strengthen Market Prospects
• Demographic Shift Prompts Adult-Specific Products
• Rapid Urbanization

4. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

• Gums: A Prelude
• History
• Select Gum Types
• Chewing Gum
• A Brief Introduction on Evolution and Early Experiments
• Bubble Gum
• Sugarless Gum
• Antismoking Gum
• Production Process
• Components of Gum Base
• Latest Technology for Manufacturing Gums
• Research and Development

5. PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS/INNOVATIONS

• Wrigley Introduces First Orbit White soft chews
• Mondelez Introduces Range of Max Flavors
• The Topps Company Unveils Bazooka Bubble Gum
• Project 7 Launches Midnight' Gum Line
• Wrigley Adds Four New Products to its Chewing Gums Range
• Wrigley Launches Two Seasonal Gums
• PUR Introduces Aspartame-Free Gum in Two Flavors
• Bazooka Candy Launches Yo-Kai Watch-Themed Range of Gums
• Mondelez Unveils Stimorol in New Packaging
• Project 7 Introduces Gourmet Gummies in New Flavors
• doTERRA Launches Slim & Sassy Metabolic Gum
• Wacker Unveils 3D Printed Customizable Chewing Gum
• Bazooka Candy Introduces Bazooka Sugarfree Bubble Gum
• 7-Eleven Introduces Ferndale's Iconic Click-Shut Range
• Energy Bombs Introduces Premium Energy Chewing Gum
• Simply Gum Introduces All-Natural Chewing Gums
• BENEO Showcases New ISOMALT Translucent Gum Coating Technology
• Topline Launches Original Mints Special Line Street Edition

6. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY

• Mondelez Inaugurates R&D center in Jurong
• Ingredion to Acquire TIC Gums Inc.
• Zhaolong Foods Secures Patent from AAU
• Mars Acquires Stake in Wrigley from Berkshire Hathaway
• Peppersmith Repositions as Dental Health Brand
• Project 7 Partners with American Airlines
• Simply Gum Inks Distribution Agreement with Whole Foods Market
• EQT MidMarket Acquires Fertin Pharma
• Wrigley to Shut Down its Toronto Gum Factory

7. FOCUS ON SELECT GLOBAL PLAYERS

8. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

Total Companies Profiled: 72 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 86)

• The United States (17)
• Canada (1)
• Japan (4)
• Europe (24)
• - France (1)
• - Germany (3)
• - The United Kingdom (1)
• - Italy (1)
• - Spain (3)
• - Rest of Europe (15)
• Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (20)
• Middle East (7)
• Latin America (12)
• Africa (1)

For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/k8gkk3/gums_chewing_gum

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