The war in the Middle East could soon have repercussions even on supermarket shelves and bar counters. Brewing industry professionals are warning of the risk of a new industrial shock that could lead to a rise in beer prices in the coming months.
The cause is persistent tensions in the energy and shipping markets. The beer sector is heavily dependent on gas and electricity for production, as well as international supply chains for raw materials, packaging, and equipment. A sustained increase in costs could weaken producers, particularly smaller breweries.
The brewing industry on alert
Concerns also extend to the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway for global trade. Any sustained disruption to maritime traffic in this area could lead to an increase in oil and gas prices, with direct repercussions on the manufacturing and distribution costs of beverages.
Having already faced inflation, rising energy prices, and increased raw material costs in recent years, brewers fear another cycle of rising expenses. Should the geopolitical situation deteriorate further, beer prices could also be affected in many European countries.
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