Key Market Indicators
The import, export and sales of beverages in the United Arab Emirates is set to grow in the next five years. Imports of beverages are projected to reach $1.26 billion by 2026, up from $1.12 billion in 2021. This is a growth rate of 2% annually. Since 2012, demand in the UAE has increased by 16.3% each year. Mexico was the leading importer in 2021, with the UK, Germany and China coming in at second, third and fourth respectively. Exports of alcoholic drinks are expected to reach $562 million by 2026, up from $524 million in 2021. This is an average growth rate of 1.2% year on year. Since 2012, supply in the UAE has increased by 16.8%. Sales of beverages in the UAE are predicted to reach $3.7 billion by 2026, up from $3.31 billion in 2021. This is a compound annual growth rate of 1.9%. Since 2017, the UAE market has risen by 3% each year. Ukraine was the top seller in 2021, with Japan, Germany and the UK in second, third and fourth place.
