Market Overview - The pre-prepared food market in China reached a scale of 485 billion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 33.8%, showing an overall upward trend [1] - By 2026, the market size is expected to reach 749 billion yuan due to advancements in technology and supportive policies [1] Regional Distribution - The top 100 pre-prepared food companies exhibit significant regional clustering, with Guangdong leading with 21 companies, followed by Shanghai with 11, and Shandong, Zhejiang, and Hunan each having 9 [1] - Shandong has 9 companies on the list, including 6 publicly listed firms such as Delisi, Huifa Food, and Longda Food [3] Industry Characteristics - The pre-prepared food industry in China shows distinct regional characteristics, with companies leveraging local resource advantages for differentiated development [4] - Guangdong is recognized as an industrial cluster with products like cold chain seafood and traditional Cantonese cuisine, while Zhejiang focuses on convenient, ready-to-eat meals [4] Future Trends - The industry is expected to evolve towards smart, high-end, and international development [6] - The growth rate of the pre-prepared food market is projected to decrease from 33.8% in 2023 to 27.3% in 2024, indicating a shift from quantity expansion to quality selection [6]