Is Soda Becoming Less Popular? An In-Depth Look at Global Beverage Shifts
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2025 report, carbonated soft drinks account for 37% of sales within the U.S. soft drink category, yet trail behind bottled water in consumption volume, highlighting a complex and nuanced shift in whether soda is becoming less popular. This market evolution is driven by factors such as heightened health awareness, generational shifts, and increasing competition from innovative new beverage options.