Sports Drinks Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Type, Packaging Type (Bottles, Cans, Metal, PET/Plastic and Other Packaging Types), Distribution Channel, Brand, Application and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Sports Drinks Market is accounted for $33.98 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $62.12 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 9% during the forecast period. A sports drink is a sort of soft drink that is high in carbohydrates (in the form of sugar), minerals, electrolytes, and flavorings and is intended to promote hydration before and after physical activity. The primary goal of these beverages is to fuel the vital organs that are working hard during activity and to provide carbohydrates and critical minerals to aid in the overall recovery process. Hydration is an important factor in athletic performance, and it includes activities before, during, and after exercise. As a result, regular hydration not only delivers health benefits but also aids in the maintenance of athletic performance.

According to PepsiCo, inc, the company's advertising and other marketing activities expenses, totaled USD 5.1 billion in 2021. This in turn plays a vital role in accelerating the products demand among consumers.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Surging production of healthier products

Manufacturers are gradually implementing natural ingredients because they are healthier than traditional sports beverages, resulting in a market growth opportunity. For instance, in February 2021, Good Sports, a Chicago-based start-up, introduced a natural sports drink consisting of 97 percent dairy. This has three times the electrolytes and 33 percent less sugar than standard ones. Furthermore, the growing health-conscious population in developing and underdeveloped countries will fuel sports drink industry trends.

Restraint:

Presence of a high sugar level

The majority of products on the market include a high quantity of sugar, which can have a harmful impact on health. As a result, this is acting as a restraint on market expansion. For instance, the average 20-ounce bottle pack of Gatorade sports drinks contains 34 grams of sugar.

Opportunity:

Due to an increase in demand for fitness centers, obesity is driving the market growth

Rising obesity and other health issues have driven people toward fitness facilities, which has accelerated the consumption of sports drinks, which aid in restoring electrolyte balance and maintaining the body's level of hydration. According to UNICEF's World Obesity Atlas, India will have more than 27 million obese children by 2022. The main elements utilized in sports drinks are sugar, electrolytes, and vitamins, with minerals being the most popular ingredient as they assist in restoring electrolytes lost during workouts or sporting activities. However, there are numerous varieties of sports drinks, and hypertonic sports drinks are generally used post-workout to boost daily carbohydrate consumption and increase muscle glycogen.

Threat:

High content of sugar

The most significant limitation in this market is opposition to the item's sugar content. A single Monster drink can be estimated to have 14 teaspoons of sugar, which contradicts the health industry's standard measurement. Caffeinated drink businesses, like other refreshment combinations, have considered avoiding sugar or diet adaptations of the beverages to aid their sales and not let the market detect a negative development.

COVID-19 Impact:

The emergence of COVID-19 has resulted in increased consumption of the product, which is largely due to an increase in the number of people working out from home. For instance, according to data given by Food Business News in November 2020, retail sales of non-aseptic energy drinks in the United States increased by 15% to USD 3.51 billion over the 52 weeks ending on July 12, 2020. Prominent companies like Red Bull North America, Inc., expanded by 11% to USD 1.39 billion in 2020, and Monster Beverage Corp., Corona, Calif., expanded by 4.9% to USD 1.23 billion.

The isotonic segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period:

The isotonic segment dominated the largest share throughout the projected period. Globally, the isotonic sort is one of the market's main categories, as it contains about the same quantity of sugar and salt as the human body. Most isotonic beverages, such as Powerade and Lucozade, fall into this category. Furthermore, this sort of drink is popular among athletes, particularly medium- and long-distance runners and those interested in team sports.

The convenience/grocery stores segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period:

Convenience/Grocery Stores segment is expected to hold lucrative growth over the forecast period. Convenience stores have steadily updated their shelves by designating different lanes that appeal to health-conscious customers, boosting impulsive purchases. Convenience stores have become key sales channels in India for acquiring health and wellness nutrition products, including sports drinks, for market consumers over the projection period. Convenience stores are an important entrance point for millennial customers, who are frequently the target audience for new beverage products.

Region with largest share:

North America is estimated to hold the commanded share over the extrapolated period, owing to the high proportion of the population that invests in outdoor activities, which drives consumption of the drink. According to ORG statistics, the population of the United States was surveyed on 1 billion fewer outdoor trips in 2018. Similarly, dramatically increased sports participation has led to the use of sports beverages for performance enhancement, which helps to produce traction.

Region with highest CAGR:

Due to increased consumer awareness of sports drinks and their health benefits, the Asia-Pacific region is predicted to have profitable growth throughout the forecast period. The rise in health consciousness among consumers in developing nations such as China and India, as well as the increased acceptance of sports drinks, are driving the growth of the Asia-Pacific sports drink market. Furthermore, increased awareness of sports drinks and their associated benefits has contributed to market growth. However, rising middle-class customers with changing lifestyles, particularly in emerging nations such as China and India, are boosting demand for naturally flavored sports drinks.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Sports Drinks market include Abbott Laboratories, ABBOTT NUTRITION, Aspire Food Group, BA Sports Nutrition, LLC, BodyArmor , Britvic plc, FRS Healthy Energy, Gatorade, Lucozade Ribena Suntory Ltd, Monster Beverage Corporation, Nestle S.A., PepsiCo Inc, Powerade, Red Bull GmbH, Rockstar, Inc, The BUD Co. Ltd, The Coca-Cola Company, The GURU Organic Energy Corp, The Swire Group and Xyience.

Key Developments:

In February 2023, The UFC and PRIME signed a multi-year sponsorship deal. The UFC official drink is now being sold in India through the e-commerce site named munchbag.in.

In November 2022, Tata Consumer Products launched products under NourishCo, a new line of fruit-based drinks. The product offering also includes sports drinks.

In August 2022, Coca-Cola India announced the first-ever brand extension for its homegrown brand Limca into the hydrating sports drinks category with 'Limca Sportz'.

Types Covered:

• Hypertonic
• Hypotonic
• Isotonic
• Other Types

Packaging Types Covered:

• Bottles (Glass)
• Cans
• Metal
• PET/Plastic
• Other Packaging Types

Distribution Channels Covered:

• Offline
• Online
• Supermarkets/ Hypermarkets
• Convenience/Grocery Stores
• Speciality Stores
• Online Retail Stores
• Other Distribution Channels

Brands Covered:

• Gatorade
• Powerade
• Other Brands

Applications Covered:

• Lifestyle User
• Casual Consumers
• Athletes
• Other Applications

Regions Covered:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • Italy
  • France
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

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