Decline in Beer Consumption in Germany: Non-Alcoholic Varieties On The Rise

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 27, 2025

Beer consumption in Germany is set to decline further in 2024, continuing a long-term downward trend in the country renowned for its beer culture, according to the German Brewers Association, as reported by DPA.

Key Facts:

Final sales figures for 2024 are anticipated to be weaker than 2023, which saw the lowest beer sales volume in decades, with only 8.4 billion liters sold.
In November 2024, beer consumption fell by 2.1% compared to the same period the previous year, though December’s data has not yet been gathered.
Christian Weber, President of the Brewers Association, pointed to factors such as bad weather, inflation, and fluctuations in consumer spending as contributing to the decline in beer sales.

What To Follow

Amid this decline, many of the approximately 1,500 breweries in Germany are pinning their hopes on non-alcoholic beer varieties to counteract the drop in traditional beer sales.

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In 2023, Germans consumed approximately 670 million liters of non-alcoholic beer, with this category accounting for 8.9% of the total beer market by the end of 2024, according to Nielsen data cited by the Brewers Association. Non-alcoholic beer has thus become the third most popular beer type in Germany, after pilsner and lager (helles). This shift toward non-alcoholic options is partly driven by a broader trend toward healthier lifestyles.

The aging population is another contributing factor, with fewer people consuming beer overall, further impacting per capita beer consumption.

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Strained Household Finances: Eurostat Data Reveals Persistent Payment Delays Across Europe and in Cyprus

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 22, 2025

Improved Financial Resilience Amid Ongoing Strains

Over the past decade, Cypriot households have significantly increased their ability to manage debts—not only bank loans but also rent and utility bills. However, recent Eurostat data indicates that Cyprus continues to lag behind the European average when it comes to covering financial obligations on time.

Household Coping Strategies and the Limits of Payment Flexibility

While many families are managing their fixed expenses with relative ease, one in three Cypriots struggles to cover unexpected costs. This delicate balancing act highlights how routine payments such as mortgage installments, rent, and utility bills are met, but precariously so, with little room for unplanned financial shocks.

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Breaking Down Payment Delays Across the European Union

Eurostat reports that nearly 9.2% of the EU population experienced delays with their housing loans, rent, utility bills, or installment payments in 2024. The situation is more acute among vulnerable groups: 17.2% of individuals in single-parent households with dependent children and 16.6% in households with two adults managing three or more dependents faced payment delays. In every EU nation, single-parent households exhibited higher delay rates compared to the overall population.

Cyprus in the Crosshairs: High Rates of Financial Delays

Although Cyprus recorded a notable 19.1 percentage point improvement from 2015 to 2024 in delays related to mortgages, rent, and utility bills, the island nation still ranks among the top five countries with the highest delay rates. As of 2024, 12.5% of the Cypriot population had outstanding housing loans or rent and overdue utility bills. In contrast, Greece tops the list with 42.8%, followed by Bulgaria (18.7%), Romania (15.3%), Spain (14.2%), and other EU members. Notably, 19 out of 27 EU countries reported delay rates below 10%, with Czech Republic (3.4%) and Netherlands (3.9%) leading the pack.

Selective Improvements and Emerging Concerns

Between 2015 and 2024, the overall EU population saw a 2.6 percentage point decline in payment delays. Despite this, certain countries experienced increases: Luxembourg (+3.3 percentage points), Spain (+2.5 percentage points), and Germany (+2.0 percentage points) saw a rise in payment delays, reflecting underlying economic pressures that continue to challenge financial stability.

Economic Insecurity and the Unprepared for Emergencies

Another critical indicator explored by Eurostat is the prevalence of economic insecurity—the proportion of the population unable to handle unexpected financial expenses. In 2024, 30% of the EU population reported being unable to cover unforeseen costs, a modest improvement of 1.2 percentage points from 2023 and a significant 7.4 percentage point drop compared to a decade ago. In Cyprus, while 34.8% still report difficulty handling emergencies, this marks a drastic improvement from 2015, when the figure stood at 60.5%.

A Broader EU Perspective

Importantly, no EU country in 2024 had more than half of its population facing economic insecurity—a notable improvement from 2015, when over 50% of the population in nine countries reported such challenges. These figures underscore both progress and persistent vulnerabilities within European households, urging policymakers to consider targeted measures for enhancing financial resilience.

For further insights and detailed analysis, refer to the original reports on Philenews and Housing Loans.

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