Spain: Spanish Retail and Distribution Sector Update
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Spanish food retail and distribution sector continued to function as an essential activity in response to the crisis. Although the sector faced some initial adjustments, Spain had the fewest stock shortages compared to neighboring countries. In the peak of the confinement measures, the most popular retail food categories were flour and wheat-based products, eggs, fresh vegetables and fruits, sugar, chocolates, snack foods, and frozen seafood. The least popular were spirits, beer, and higher-end meat cuts. Regional retailers and eCommerce took center stage as preferred ways to shop for groceries. In addition, the COVID-19 crisis rekindled consumer preference for domestic foods (food patriotism). This trend is expected to continue past the pandemic.
