Global Scans · Beverages · Weekly Summary

• [New] Fastest-growing Application: Food and beverages are expected to be the fastest-growing through 2033, supported by integration of wellness services and corporate health programs. Persistence Market Research
• Consumers are expected to spend $22 billion on Fourth of July celebrations in 2026 despite continued concerns about inflation, with food and beverages remaining the centerpiece of holiday spending. Meatingplace
• We have got hard numbers: functional beverages racing to $218 billion by 2029, non-alcoholic sales up 6.2%, and swicy flavours pulling people in with smart twists. PINKY BEVERAGES
• The functional food beverages segment is estimated to register the fastest CAGR of 8.7% from 2026 to 2034, owing to the convergence of hydration and nutrition in convenient, ready-to-drink formats. Market Data Forecast
• Protein beverages are the fastest-growing application segment and are anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 16.3% between 2026 and 2034. Market Data Forecast
• Food and beverages are expected to represent the leading application segment, accounting for 41.8% share in 2026. Cision PR Newswire
• Seven grocery categories are expected to grow faster than their 20-year historical averages in 2026, including beef and veal, other meats, fish and seafood, processed fruits and vegetables, sugar and sweets, cereal and bakery products, and nonalcoholic beverages. Grocery Trade News
• Continued investment in product innovation, production capacity, and spirits-based offerings is expected to strengthen category penetration and significantly contribute to long-term growth in the U.S. alcoholic beverages industry. MarkNtel Advisors
• Beverages sold through the dispensary channel will grow $370 million by 2029, a CAGR of 6.1%. Cannabis Science and Technology - Cannabis Industry New
• Since water has no calories, choosing water over sugary beverages can lower one's risk of many chronic medical conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. Forbes
• Spending on alcoholic beverages is again expected to top $4 billion, including $536 million on wine, and fireworks spending is estimated at $2.95 billion. Hartford Daily Voice
• Food and beverages are anticipated to be the fastest-growing segment from 2026 to 2033, fueled by increasing integration of health-related nutraceuticals, wellness services, and employee health programs. Persistence Market Research
• Consuming foods and beverages for gut health will be important to them in 2026, possibly reflecting the rise in GLP-1 use among Americans. Food Dive
• Fastest-growing Region: North America is anticipated to grow the fastest, driven by rising wellness awareness, premiumization in retail, and regulatory support for functional beverages. Persistence Market Research
• In 2026, expect growing interest in foods and beverages that deliver both nutrients together, with a focus on convenient options that support digestive wellness, balanced energy, and busy on-the-go lifestyles. FoodMinds
• USDA expects stronger gains for fresh vegetables, sugar and sweets, and nonalcoholic beverages. RFD-TV
• Several grocery categories were expected to rise faster than average in 2026, including beef and veal, fresh vegetables, sugar and sweets, nonalcoholic beverages, and some processed food categories. The Peasant's Daughter
• Mexico's front-of-pack labelling rules have triggered reformulation across categories, particularly in snacks, beverages and dairy, as companies work to stay below thresholds tied to warning labels. BakeryAndSnacks.com
• On the menu front, McDonald's is placing greater emphasis on chicken, beef, and beverages - categories where it sees growth potential beyond its core burger business. Yahoo Finance

Last updated: 02 August 2026