Beer Wholesaling in the US - Industry Market Research Report
Beer Wholesaling in the US
Revenue growth for the Beer Wholesaling industry has been hindered by shifting alcohol consumption trends among consumers, particularly millennials. US consumers have been consuming less beer and opting for alternative alcoholic beverages. However, the industry has continued to benefit from laws that prevent the vertical integration of breweries and retailers. After the Prohibition Era, nearly every state enacted a three-tier distribution system, requiring three distinct levels within the alcoholic beverage supply chain, including producer, distributor and retailer. As a result, beer wholesalers have a protected role, purchasing beer from producers before storing and transporting it to downstream retailers. Since 2020, the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has resulted in rising demand for industry operators, with revenue rising 5.1% in 2020. IBISWorld estimates that industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 0.9% to $89.4 billion over the past five years and will grow 1.4% in 2023 alone.
This industry comprises operators that primarily purchase, store, sell and distribute beer and other fermented malt beverages made by the Breweries industry (IBISWorld report 31212). This industry does not include operators that distribute distilled spirits and wine.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY
Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources
INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization
MAJOR COMPANIES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance
KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
JARGON & GLOSSARY
Research Assistance
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