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Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Size, Share, and Outlook, 2025 Report- By Type (Alcohol Content Less Than 0.5%, Non-alcoholic), Product (Sugar-Free, Caffeine-Free, Low Calories, Others), Flavor (Apple, Cherry, Cola, Custom Flavour, Others), Packaging (Metal

Publisher VPA Research
Published Jun 01, 2025
Length 185 Pages
SKU # VPA20046735

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Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook

The global Carbonated Soft Drinks market is expected to register a growth rate of 4.6% during the forecast period from $512.6 Billion in 2024 to $734.6 Billion in 2032. The Carbonated Soft Drinks market is a thriving business that is poised to keep growing and presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.

The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Carbonated Soft Drinks segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Type(Alcohol Content Less Than 0.5%, Non-alcoholic), Product (Sugar-Free, Caffeine-Free, Low Calories, Others), Flavor (Apple, Cherry, Cola, Custom Flavour, Others), Packaging (Metal Can, Plastic Bottle, Glass Bottle, Large Containers, Others), Distribution Channel (Retail Store, Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Food Outlets, Online, Others). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Carbonated Soft Drinks markets.

Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Insights, 2025

The carbonated soft drinks (CSD) market remains a dominant segment within the global non-alcoholic beverage industry, characterized by a wide variety of flavored sodas, sparkling waters, and energy drinks. Despite facing health-related scrutiny over sugar content and artificial additives, the market adapts by introducing low-calorie, sugar-free, and natural ingredient variants. Innovation centers on unique flavor blends, functional ingredients like vitamins and electrolytes, and packaging formats that enhance convenience and sustainability. Regional preferences shape product portfolios, with cola and citrus flavors leading globally while exotic fruit flavors gain traction in emerging markets. The COVID-19 pandemic influenced consumption patterns, driving at-home consumption and e-commerce sales. Industry players focus on reformulation to reduce sugar and artificial components while maintaining taste profiles. Marketing strategies leverage nostalgia and experiential campaigns to engage consumers. Environmental concerns push manufacturers toward recyclable packaging and carbon footprint reduction initiatives. The rise of craft and premium sparkling beverages represents an important sub-segment, catering to health-conscious and discerning consumers.

Five Trends that will define global Carbonated Soft Drinks market in 2025 and Beyond

A closer look at the multi-million global market for Carbonated Soft Drinks identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Carbonated Soft Drinks companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Carbonated Soft Drinks industry?

The Carbonated Soft Drinks sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2030. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.

Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Segment Insights

The Carbonated Soft Drinks industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Carbonated Soft Drinks industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Type(Alcohol Content Less Than 0.5%, Non-alcoholic), Product (Sugar-Free, Caffeine-Free, Low Calories, Others), Flavor (Apple, Cherry, Cola, Custom Flavour, Others), Packaging (Metal Can, Plastic Bottle, Glass Bottle, Large Containers, Others), Distribution Channel (Retail Store, Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Food Outlets, Online, Others). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.

Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Carbonated Soft Drinks market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.

Market Value Chain

The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Carbonated Soft Drinks industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Carbonated Soft Drinks market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.

Scenario Analysis and Forecasts

Strategic decision-making in the Carbonated Soft Drinks industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.

Asia Pacific Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion

As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with a combined population of over 4.5 billion, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.

The State of Europe Carbonated Soft Drinks Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness

As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Carbonated Soft Drinks with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Carbonated Soft Drinks market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.

The US Carbonated Soft Drinks market Insights- Executives are most excited about opportunities for the US Carbonated Soft Drinks industry.

Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Carbonated Soft Drinks companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Carbonated Soft Drinks market.

Latin American Carbonated Soft Drinks market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.

Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported since H2-2024 and the prospects remain strong for 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.

Middle East and Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity

Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Carbonated Soft Drinks markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Carbonated Soft Drinks markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.

Competitive Landscape- How Carbonated Soft Drinks companies outcompete in 2025?

The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include The Coca-Cola Company, Danone S.A., Jones Soda Co., Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., Monster Beverage Corporation, National Beverage Corp., PepsiCo, Inc., Refresco Group N.V., SodaStream International Ltd., Suntory Beverage and Food Limited.

Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Scope

Leading Segments

By Type

Alcohol Content Less Than 0.5%

Non-alcoholic

By Product

Sugar-Free

Caffeine-Free

Low Calories

Others

By Flavors

Apple

Cherry

Cola

Custom Flavour

Others

By Packaging

Metal Can

Plastic Bottle

Glass Bottle

Large Containers

Others

By Distribution Channel

Retail Store

Supermarkets and Hypermarkets

Food Outlets

Online

Others

Leading Companies

The Coca-Cola Company

Danone S.A.

Jones Soda Co.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.

Monster Beverage Corporation

National Beverage Corp.

PepsiCo, Inc.

Refresco Group N.V.

SodaStream International Ltd.

Suntory Beverage and Food Limited

Geographies

North America- US, Canada, Mexico

Europe- Germany, France, UK, Spain, Italy, Nordics, BeNeLux, Others

Asia Pacific- China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Others

Latin America- Brazil, Argentina, Others

Middle East and Africa- Saudi Arabia, UAE, Other Middle East, South Africa, Other Africa

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Table of Contents

185 Pages
1. Table of Contents
List of Figures and Tables
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Highlights
2.1.1 Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Size Outlook, 2018-2024 and 2025-2032
2.1.2 Largest Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Types and Applications
2.1.3 Fastest Growing Segments
2.1.4 Potential Markets
2.1.5 Market Concentration
2.2 Market Scope and Segmentation
2.2.1 Market Scope- Segments
2.2.2 Market Scope- Countries
2.2.3 Macroeconomic and Demographic Outlook
2.2.4 Abbreviations
2.2.5 Units and Currency Conversions
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Primary Research Surveys
3.2 Secondary Data Sources
3.3 Data Triangulation
3.4 Forecast Methodology
3.5 Assumptions and Limitations
4. Introduction to Global Carbonated Soft Drinks Market in 2025
4.1 Industry Panorama
4.2 Leading Companies Profiled in the Study
4.3 Asia Pacific Markets offer Robust Market Prospects for New Entrants
4.4 Market Dynamics
4.4.1 Market Dynamics- Trends and Drivers
4.4.2 Market Dynamics- Opportunities and Challenges
4.5 Regional Analysis
4.6 Porter’s Five Force Analysis
4.6.1 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.6.2 Threat of New Entrants
4.6.3 Threat of Substitutes
4.6.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.6.5 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.7 Carbonated Soft Drinks Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.7.1 Stage of Value Chain
4.7.2 Key Activities of Companies
4.7.3 Companies Included in Each Stage
4.7.4 Key Insights
5. Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook to 2032
5.1 Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021-2024 and 2025-2032
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
5.3 Market Size Forecast by Geography, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
By Type
Alcohol Content Less Than 0.5%
Non-alcoholic
By Product
Sugar-Free
Caffeine-Free
Low Calories
Others
By Flavors
Apple
Cherry
Cola
Custom Flavour
Others
By Packaging
Metal Can
Plastic Bottle
Glass Bottle
Large Containers
Others
By Distribution Channel
Retail Store
Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Food Outlets
Online
Others
6. Global Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook across Growth Scenarios
6.1 Low Growth Scenario
6.2 Base/Reference Case
6.3 High Growth Scenario
6. North America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Size Outlook
6.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
6.2 North America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
6.2.1 North America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Type
6.2.2 North America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Application
6.3 North America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Country
6.3.1 The US Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.2 Canada Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.3 Mexico Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7. Europe Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Size Outlook
7.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
7.2 Europe Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
7.2.1 Europe Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Type
7.2.2 Europe Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Application
7.3 Europe Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Country
7.3.2 Germany Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.3 France Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.4 The UK Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.5 Spain Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.6 Italy Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.7 Russia Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.8 Rest of Europe Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8. Asia Pacific Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Size Outlook
8.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
8.2 Asia Pacific Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
8.2.1 Asia Pacific Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Type
8.2.2 Asia Pacific Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Application
8.3 Asia Pacific Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Country
8.3.1 China Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.2 India Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.3 Japan Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.4 South Korea Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.5 Australia Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.6 South East Asia Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9. South America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Size Outlook
9.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
9.2 South America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
9.2.1 South America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Type
9.2.2 South America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Application
9.3 South America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Country
9.3.1 Brazil Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.2 Argentina Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.3 Rest of South and Central America Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10. Middle East and Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Size Outlook
10.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
10.2 Middle East and Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
10.2.1 Middle East and Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Type
10.2.2 Middle East and Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Application
10.3 Middle East and Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook by Country
10.3.1 Saudi Arabia Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.2 The UAE Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.3 Rest of Middle East Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.4 South Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.5 Egypt Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.6 Rest of Africa Carbonated Soft Drinks Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
11. Company Profiles
11.1 Leading 10 Companies
The Coca-Cola Company
Danone S.A.
Jones Soda Co.
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.
Monster Beverage Corporation
National Beverage Corp.
PepsiCo, Inc.
Refresco Group N.V.
SodaStream International Ltd.
Suntory Beverage and Food Limited
11.2 Overview
11.3 Products and Services
11.4 SWOT Profile
12. Appendix
12.1 Subscription Options
12.2 Customization Options
12.3 Publisher Details
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