Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
Activity in the Malt Manufacturing industry is driven largely by alcohol production. Malted barley is the major ingredient in both the distillation of whisky and the brewing of beer. Together, these markets account for more than 90% of industry revenue. Demand for malt from brewers has been falling over the five years through 2011-12, as the deteriorating economy, changing consumer tastes, the introduction of a ban on smoking in pubs and rising competition from cider and wine weighed on beer consumption and sales. However, weakness in the beer market has been largely offset by stronger demand from spirits distillers, with sales of Scotch whisky soaring in emerging markets like China and India... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Investment Chapter
Capital intensity in the Malt Manufacturing industry in 2011-12 is deemed to be at a high level. The labour-to-capital ratio is such that £1.40 worth of labour is required for every pound of capital investment made in this industry. Capital expenditure increased over the past five years, as companies increased their investment in machinery to remain competitive in this highly concentrated industry. Industry employment fell over the past five years, which decreased the burden of labour costs to the industry... purchase to read more