U.S. Off-Premise Sales Slipped 3.4% in 2025, Driven by Volume Softness: NIQ
Last year was "challenging," NielsenIQ said in its annual review, with total dollar sales easing 3.4%, driven by volume softness. "Consumers remained highly value-conscious, moderating consumption and prioriting fewer but more intentional purchase occasions," it added.
"Consumer demand has not disappeared but shifted,