Jefferies: Energy drink distribution network continues to expand in the US retail channels

LootboxPhobia · 2026-03-09T22:49:31+00:00

Jefferies analysts stated that over the past three years, the distribution network for energy drinks in the United States has expanded significantly, with grocery stores and convenience stores increasing distribution points by 23% and 25%, respectively. Despite the increase in distribution, the share of energy drinks in non-alcoholic beverages has only risen by 1.4 percentage points, maintaining buy ratings on Monster and Celsius.

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2026-03-09 22:49:31

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Investing.com – According to Jefferies analysts, over the past three years, energy drinks have significantly expanded their distribution network in U.S. retail channels. The firm maintains buy ratings on Monster Beverage (NASDAQ: MNST) and Celsius Holdings (NASDAQ: CELH).

Jefferies’ report shows that during this period, total distribution points for energy drinks increased by 23% in grocery stores and 25% in convenience stores. The firm notes that the growth in energy drink distribution is not a zero-sum game, even within the convenience store channel.

The analysts stated that despite the substantial increase in distribution points, the share of energy drinks in total non-alcoholic beverage distribution points only rose by 1.4 percentage points.

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