USA and COVID-19: Overall Alcohol Consumption Declines
Posted on July 02, 2020 in The Americas, United States of AmericaOverall alcohol consumption in the USA during COVID-19 shows a declining trend according to new data.
Despite some media reporting people hoarding alcohol during the initial stages of the coronavirus crisis, new data shows overall alcohol consumption has actually reduced in the U.S. This development puts pressure on the alcohol industry, especially Big Beer that faces collapsing profits. But the trend also means that some forms of alcohol harm might be further aggravated…