The number of soft drink enterprises in Italy is projected to decline steadily from 146 in 2024 to 117 by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 5.5% from 2024 to 2025, 5.1% from 2025 to 2026, 5.3% from 2026 to 2027, and 5.6% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is about -5.4%, highlighting a consistent downward trend.
Future trends to watch for include potential consolidation within the industry, shifts towards healthier beverage options, increased production automation, and regulatory changes. These factors might influence the number of enterprises in the soft drink sector significantly.
