The production of soft drinks in Poland showed some fluctuations over the past decade, starting at 7.0 billion Zloty in 2013 and increasing to 8.16 billion Zloty in 2023. The sector experienced a notable dip from 2015 to 2017, with a year-on-year drop of 10.61% in 2016. However, from 2018 onwards, there was a more consistent upward trend, peaking at 8.51 billion Zloty in 2019. The year 2020 saw a decrease of 10.17%, likely due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the sector rebounded in 2021 and continued to grow through 2023.
Year-on-year growth in 2023 was 3.56%, with a CAGR of 0.59% over the last five years, indicating moderate but steady growth. Looking forward, the forecasted production values suggest a positive trend, with a 5-year CAGR of 1.05%, reaching 8.72 billion Zloty by 2028.
The key trends to watch for include:
- Impact of economic recovery on consumer spending post-pandemic.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards healthier and functional beverages.
- Potential regulatory changes affecting the sugar content and sustainability practices within the industry.
