The global protein snacks market is projected to grow from $5.86 billion in 2026 to $8.87 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 10.9%. This growth is fueled by rising health consciousness, demand for high-protein diets like keto, and innovations in clean-label and plant-based products. Key trends include sustainable packaging, functional ingredients like fiber and probiotics, and expanded e-commerce channels. Major companies are innovating and acquiring brands to meet consumer demand for nutritious, convenient snacks aligned with active lifestyles.
Whey protein inventories in the U.S. have dropped about 50% since 2023 due to surging demand driven by diet trends and increased use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, which require higher protein intake to prevent muscle loss. The dairy industry's processi...
PepsiCo raised its dividend for the 54th year but showed weak organic revenue growth of 2.6% and a sharp 98% drop in operating cash flow in Q1 FY26, with full-year 2025 income down due to impairments and volume declines. CEO Ramon Laguarta is restruc...
Bank of America lowered PepsiCo's 2026 earnings per share forecast to $8.61 from $8.65, citing weaker performance in its North American snacks division. The second-quarter organic sales growth estimate was cut to 2.9% from 3.1%, reflecting ongoing ma...
