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1 Market Summary
1.1 Definition and presentation
The size of the global beer market has been estimated at USD 821.39 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow from USD 851.15 billion in 2024 to USD 1,172.13 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.03% during the forecast period.Europe dominated the beer market with a 33.77% market share in 2023. Beer is one of the most popular beverages globally compared to any other alcoholic beverage and is gaining immense popularity, especially among Millennials and Generation Z, due to its various formulations, varieties, and flavor offerings.
Between 2023 and 2029, the value of the European beer market shows steady growth, rising from $277.38 billion to $372.99 billion. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.06 percent confirms that the value of the European beer market between 2023 and 2029 increases steadily and sustained. This growth rate is consistent with the 34.5 percent increase observed during the period. Alcoholic beverages play an important role in all European countries and are an integral part of the region's culture, heritage and nutrition. The European Union is one of the leading beer-producing areas in the world.the alcohol industry in Europe is a diverse sector, composed mainly of small and medium-sized enterprises, including microbreweries and breweries that operate locally, regionally or nationally.
From 2023 to 2029, the Italian beer market is projected to grow steadily, with an overall increase of about 35 percent and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in line with that of Europe of just over 5 percent. Per capita consumption of beer in Italy has increased significantly, rising by more than 11 percent, showing a growing interest among consumers and a positive market trend. As for the market, the number of companies active in beer production in Italy has grown significantly, showing an increase of 76.5 percent in six years, as well as the number of employees operating with an increase of 25,2%.
1.2 The global market
The global beer market size was estimated at US$***.** billion in **** and is expected to grow from US$***.** billion in **** to US$*,***.** billion by ****, with a compound annual growth rate (***) of *.**% during the forecast period. Europe dominated the beer market with a market share of **.** percent in ****. Beer is one of ...
1.3 The European market
Between **** and ****, the value of the European beer market shows steady growth from $***.** billion to $***.** billion. The compound annual growth rate (***) of *.** percent confirms that the value of the European beer market between **** and **** increases steadily and sustained. This growth rate is consistent with the **.* percent increase observed during the ...
1.4 The Italian market
From **** to ****, the value of the Italian beer market is projected to grow steadily from €*.** billion in **** to €*.** billion in ****, with an overall increase of **.* percent at a CAGR of *.** percent like that of Europe. Italian beer market value forecast Italy, ****-****, in € billion Istat, Businesscoot elaboration
Between **** and ****, the value ...
1.5 Imports and Exports
Between **** and ****, Italy experienced growth in beer exports, rising from $***.* million in **** to $***.* million in ****, an increase of **.* percent. However, imports increased more significantly, from $***.* million in **** to $***.* million in ****, an increase of **.* percent. The coverage ratio, which measures the proportion of exports to imports, has remained relatively stable, but still ...
1.6 Inflation suffered by the sector
In recent years, the beer sector in Italy has faced significant challenges due to inflation, which has affected the entire supply chain, from production to distribution. Rising costs of raw materials, such as barley and hops, have created significant pressure on producers, exacerbated by the ever-increasing energy costs needed to power ...
2 Demand analysis
2.1 Overview of demand
Between **** and ****, average household spending on beer in Italy increased by **.** percent, from €*.** in **** to €*.** in ****. After a slight decline between **** and ****, with a decrease of about *.*%, spending increased significantly, especially from **** to ****, with an overall increase of **.*%.
Average household expenditure item for beer Italy, ****-****, in current &euro Istat
Between ...
2.2 Geographical distribution of demand
Data on average monthly household spending on beer in Italy show significant geographic variation. Households in the Northeast and Northwest record the highest spending, at *.** euros, while in the South and Islands spending is slightly lower, standing at *.** euros. The Center stands out with the lowest expenditure, at *.** euros, a difference ...
2.3 Demand drivers
In ****, in Italy, beer consumption among people aged ** and older shows a gradual increase with age up to the **-** age group, and then begins to decline. The number of consumers increases significantly among young adults, with *,*** thousand consumers in the **-** age group representing the absolute peak. The rate of ...
2.4 Trends in beer demand
In the period between October **** and October ****, the trend of online beer searches in Italy shows an interesting evolution. Starting from an index of ** in October ****, there is a decrease to **.** in December of the same year, followed by a gradual recovery in the following months. The summer of **** marks a ...
2.5 New trends in demand
The beer market is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by changes in consumer preferences and an evolution in producers' offerings.
*. Growth of craft and independent beers
Craft beers continue to gain popularity, especially among younger consumers and so-called "beer enthusiasts." Demand is shifting toward locally brewed beers with a strong ...
3 Market structure
3.1 Structure and dynamics of the Italian market
From **** to ****, the number of companies active in brewing in Italy grew significantly. It rose from *** companies in **** to **** in ****, an increase of **.* percent in six years. The growth rate was particularly pronounced between **** and ****, with an increase of *** companies, a sign of strong dynamism in the sector in recent ...
3.2 Value Chain
Procurement ofraw materials: Acquisition of key ingredients such as barley, hops, yeast and water. Malting: Barley is transformed into malt through soaking, germination and drying processes. Brewing: Malt is mixed with water, boiled with hops and fermented with yeast to produce beer. Packaging: The beer is filtered, carbonated and packaged in ...
3.3 Distribution channels
In ****, value sales in Italy's large-scale retail trade (***) were dominated by distillates and spirits, accounting for **.* percent of the total. This was followed by sweet liqueurs with **.* percent, alcoholic aperitifs with **.* percent, and finally bitters with **.* percent. This indicates a clear dominance of distilled spirits and brandies over other categories of ...
3.4 The main players in the market
The main companies in Italy are as follows:
Heineken: Founded in **** in Amsterdam by Gerard Adriaan Heineken, it is one of the world's leading brewing companies. The company owns more than *** breweries in more than ** countries, and is best known for its light lager beer. Among its most famous brands are ...
4 Supply analysis
4.1 Analysis and type of supply
In ****, Heineken dominated the Italian beer market with ** percent of the total released for consumption. Birra Peroni ranked second with **.* percent, while In Bev Italia followed with *.* percent. Carlsberg and Birra Castello have more modest shares of *.* percent and *.* percent, respectively. Minor producers, such as Birra Lucana and Hausbrandt, account for ...
4.2 Price trends in the market
Between September **** and September ****, the Italian Beer Consumer Price Index increased from ***.* to ***.*, with an overall growth of **.* percent. It peaked in January **** at ***.*, followed by a slight decline in the following months, and then stabilized between ***.* and ***.* during the summer of ****. The general trend shows a steady increase in prices ...
4.3 New supply trends
The beer market is undergoing a major transformation, driven by several emerging trends that are redefining consumer supply and expectations. These trends are the result of changing demographics, food preferences, and sustainability. Here are the major trends in beer supply:
*. Craft beers and microbreweries
In recent years, there has been ...
5 Rules and regulations
5.1 Market regulation
Excise taxes on alcoholic beverages in Italy between **** and **** show a seesaw trend. After an initial increase from **** to ****, where they rise from *** million to *** million (***).
Excise taxes on alcoholic beverages Italy, ****-****, in millions of € Assobirra
In Italy, the regulation of beer is quite articulated and covers different aspects, from ...
6 Positioning of actors
6.1 Market segmentation
- Heineken
- Birra Peroni
- Birra Forst
- Carlsberg
- Birra Castello
- Birra Menabrea
- Birra Amarcord
- Birrificio del Ducato
- Birra del Borgo
- Birra Semedorato
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- Global beer market value
- World beer production by country
- European beer market value
- Breakdown of global market value
- Major European brewers
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