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‘National spirits’ lead global beverage alcohol decline over 2025

Published: 02 April, 2026

According to preliminary data released today by the IWSR, total beverage alcohol (TBA) volume declined in 2025 by -2% across 22 markets – representing about 75% of the global market.

‘Moderate recovery’ predicted for global alcohol market in 2025

Published: 06 June, 2024

Following a decline in global beverage alcohol sales in 2023 and tough trading conditions so far in 2024, IWSR has predicted a gradual recovery from 2025.

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