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Soft Drinks - Costa Rica

Costa Rica
  • Revenue, at home (e.g., revenue generated in supermarkets and convenience stores) in the Soft Drinks market amounts to US$640.90m in 2024.
  • Revenue, out-of-home (e.g., revenue generated in restaurants and bars) amounts to US$398.70m in 2024.
  • Revenue, combined amounts to US$1.04bn in 2024.
  • The revenue, at home is expected to grow annually by 3.24% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • In global comparison, most revenue, at home is generated United States (US$114bn in 2024).
  • In relation to total population figures, the average revenue per capita, at home of US$122.10 are generated in 2024.
  • In the Soft Drinks market, volume, at home is expected to amount to 423.70m L by 2024.
  • Volume, out-of-home is expected to amount to 72.45m L in 2024.
  • Volume, combined is expected to amount to 496.20m L in 2024.
  • The Soft Drinks market is expected to show a volume growth, at home of 0.7% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person, at home in the Soft Drinks market is expected to amount to 80.76L in 2024.

Definition:

The market Soft Drinks covers varieties of prepared water-based beverages to which flavoring additives (sugar or sweeteners, aromas etc.) have been added. These include cola drinks and lemonades, but also energy drinks, fruit nectars and soft drinks with fruit juice content, as well as value-added or flavored water. Coffee and tea-based drinks are not included.

Structure:

The Soft Drinks market is structured into 3 markets:

  • Carbonated Soft Drinks denote all artificially sweetened and carbonated Non-Alcoholic Drinks.
  • Non-Carbonated Soft Drinks contain non-alcoholic liquid refreshment beverages that are not artificially carbonated.
  • Energy & Sports Drinks include energy drinks and sports drinks, providing functional benefits such as mental and physical stimulation.

Additional information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per liter, as well as sales channels. Per capita figures refer to a country’s or region’s whole population.

The at-home market covers retail sales via super- and hypermarkets, eCommerce, convenience stores, or similar sales channels. The out-of-home data encompasses all sales to hotels, restaurants, catering, cafés, bars, and similar hospitality service establishments. Combined numbers encompass both the at-home market and the out-of-home market. Both the at-home and the out-of-home market are valued at retail selling prices including all sales and consumption taxes.

Key players include The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo, Suntory, Red Bull, and Keurig Dr Pepper.

In-Scope

  • Carbonated Soft Drinks (Cola, Lemonade etc.)
  • Non-Carbonated Soft Drinks (nectars, value-added or flavoured water etc.)
  • Energy & Sports Drinks

Out-Of-Scope

  • Hot Drinks
  • Powdered drink mixes and syrups (e.g. Post-Mix Drinks)
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Study Details

    Revenue

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Volume

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

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    Price

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Key Players

    Most recent update: Apr 2024

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    Sales Channels

    Most recent update: May 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Global Comparison

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Analyst Opinion

    The Soft Drinks market in Costa Rica is experiencing significant growth and development, driven by changing customer preferences, emerging trends in the market, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. Customer preferences in Costa Rica are shifting towards healthier beverage options, leading to a rise in demand for low-sugar and natural drinks. Consumers are becoming more health-conscious and are actively seeking out products that are perceived to be better for their overall well-being. This has resulted in a surge in the popularity of natural fruit juices, flavored water, and functional beverages. Additionally, there is a growing demand for carbonated soft drinks with reduced sugar content and zero-calorie options. Trends in the market are also contributing to the development of the Soft Drinks industry in Costa Rica. The rising popularity of functional beverages, such as energy drinks and sports drinks, can be attributed to the active and health-conscious lifestyle of the population. These beverages are often marketed as providing hydration, energy, and performance-enhancing benefits, which resonate with consumers who are looking for a quick and convenient way to meet their nutritional needs. Local special circumstances, such as the tropical climate in Costa Rica, play a role in shaping the Soft Drinks market. The hot and humid weather creates a high demand for refreshing beverages that can help quench thirst and provide relief from the heat. This has led to the popularity of carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, and fruit juices, which are widely consumed to stay hydrated and cool down. Underlying macroeconomic factors also contribute to the growth of the Soft Drinks market in Costa Rica. The country's stable economic conditions and increasing disposable incomes have allowed consumers to spend more on non-essential items, including beverages. This has resulted in a higher consumption of soft drinks, as people have more purchasing power to indulge in their favorite beverages. In conclusion, the Soft Drinks market in Costa Rica is developing due to changing customer preferences towards healthier options, emerging trends in the market, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. As consumers become more health-conscious and seek out natural and low-sugar beverages, the demand for these products is on the rise. Additionally, the tropical climate and increasing disposable incomes contribute to the growth of the Soft Drinks industry in Costa Rica.

    Methodology

    Data coverage:

    The data encompasses B2C enterprises. The at-home market covers retail sales via super- and hypermarkets, eCommerce, convenience stores, or similar sales channels. The out-of-home data encompasses all sales to hotels, restaurants, catering, cafés, bars, and similar hospitality service establishments. Combined numbers encompass both the at-home market and the out-of-home market. Both the at-home and the out-of-home market are valued at retail selling prices including all sales and consumption taxes.

    Modeling approach:

    Market sizes are determined through a Top-Down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, companies, the trade press, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending (e.g. consumer spending on Non-Alcoholic Drinks, consumer spending at Hotels, Restaurants etc.), and price level index. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

    Forecasts:

    In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Non-Alcoholic Drinks market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

    Additional notes:

    The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.

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    Key Market Indicators

    Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

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