| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2023 |
| CAGR | 7.70 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
MEA Fermented Drinks Market Analysis
The Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market is expected to register a CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period.
- The market witnessed an increase in the number of health-conscious consumers who have been looking for ways of mitigating the negative health effects of increasingly stressful lifestyles and unhealthy eating habits. Moreover, a growing number of consumers are using probiotics drinks such as yogurt, sour milk, kombucha etc. to prevent and manage their digestive and general health issues, which is leading to benefit the fermented drinks market, in terms of sales.
- Furthermore, there is an increase in the number of cases of diabetes, obesity, and gastrointestinal in Middle Eastern countries. Owing to such factors, the global brands are focusing on launching innovative products to cater to the growing demand.
MEA Fermented Drinks Market Trends
Non-Alcoholic Beverages Remained the Most Promising Segment
Owing to highly scrutinized alcoholic beverages market in Middle Eastern countries, the sector has not been able to out-perform in the region. Nearly all gulf countries possess strict ban on alcoholic beverages consumption resulting in lower sales revenue of overall fermented drinks. However, this gives an upper hand to non-alcoholic beverage sector, pushing manufacturers to bring development and introduce innovative products in the market. Moreover, fermented drinks such as laban and ayran, being native to the region have strong foothold in the marketplace. Consumers are well aware of the product differentiation among fermented drinks and continue to raise demand for regional delicacies.
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United Arab Emirates to Foster Market Growth
The rising preference for functional foods to control health disorders is likely to boost the overall fermented drinks industry in the country. The key players are focusing on R&D and targeting fermented drink production, especially kombucha and probiotic drinks through holistic approach, in order to provide product differentiation and propel consumer loyalty. In 2017, Japan-based probiotic drink maker, Yakult, opened its first office in the United Arab Emirates and it is currently planning to expand its distribution network across the GCC. Al Rawabi is a leading fermented dairy products company in United Arab Emirates, which sells milk, yogurt, and functional products across the country, with more than 13,000 stores.
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MEA Fermented Drinks Industry Overview
Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks market is consolidated among key players like Yakult, PepsiCo and Danone, owing to their high market penetration and diverse portfolio offered to consumers. There are many country level manufacturers like Nourish Kefir mushrooming the market in order to establish their presence in the growing market of kefir and other Fermented Drinks. Manufacturers are relying on strategies like repositioning their products in the supermarket shelves to increase visibility and more convincing to be bought.
MEA Fermented Drinks Market Leaders
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Anheuser-Busch InBev
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Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd.
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PepsiCo Inc.
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Danone S.A.
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Al Rabie Saudi Foods Co.
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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MEA Fermented Drinks Industry Segmentation
Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks market is segmented by type into alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beverages, where non-alcoholic further covers products like kefir and kombucha. The study also focusses on the sales of fermented drinks generated through on-trade and off-trade distribution channels. By geography, the market covers country level analysis of economies like United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa.
| Type | Alcoholic Beverages | ||
| Non-Alcoholic Beverages | Kombucha | ||
| Kefir | |||
| Others | |||
| Distribution Channel | On-Trade | ||
| Off-Trade | Grocery Stores | ||
| Specialty Stores | |||
| Online Stores | |||
| Other Distribution Channels | |||
| Geography | United Arab Emirates | ||
| Saudi Arabia | |||
| South Africa | |||
| Rest of Middle East and Africa | |||
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MEA Fermented Drinks Market Research FAQs
What is the current Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market size?
The Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period (2025-2030)
Who are the key players in Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market?
Anheuser-Busch InBev, Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., PepsiCo Inc., Danone S.A. and Al Rabie Saudi Foods Co. are the major companies operating in the Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market.
What years does this Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market cover?
The report covers the Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Middle East and Africa Fermented Drinks Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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