Insight by Abdul Wasay, Chief Operating Officer at The Business Research Company In response to fluctuating tariffs and geopolitical trade developments, the Protein Bar Market Outlook 2025 analyses how businesses are adapting through supply chain diversification and strategic sourcing.
The size of the protein bar market has seen a significant increase lately. The market value is expected to rise from $5.15 billion in 2024 to $5.46 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%.
The global protein bar market is projected to reach $7.33 billion by 2029, progressing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%.
Download the Free Sample Now:The key drivers in the protein bar market are:
• The growing popularity of protein-based diets globally.
• Increasing consumer focus on health and fitness.
• Rising demand for sports nutrition products, such as protein powders and ready-to-drink protein beverages.
• The surge in sales of protein/energy bars.
The protein barmarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Source: Plant-Based, Animal-Based
2) By Product: Gluten-Free Protein Bars, Vegetarian Protein Bars, Sports Nutrition Bars, Other Products
3) By Protein Content: Low Protein Content, Medium Protein Content, High Protein Content
4) By End-User: Adult Male, Adult Female, Other End-User
The key trends in the protein bar market are:
• Major trend observed is the increased focus on product innovation by companies in the protein bar market.
• Companies are developing new and unique products to strengthen their foothold in the market.
• The launch of innovative protein products catered to health-conscious consumers on the go is a key trend.
• Innovation in flavors without compromising on nutritional benefits is also an emerging trend.
Major players in the protein bar market are:
• Nestlé S.A.
• Abbott Laboratories
• Mars Incorporated
• Mondelez International Inc.
• General Mills Inc.
• Kellogg Company
• Hormel Foods Corporation
• Amway Corporation
• Glanbia PLC
• Post Holdings Inc.
• Danone North America LLC
• GNC Holdings LLC
• ONE Brands LLC
• The Simply Good Foods Company
• Premier Nutrition Company LLC
• The Nature's Bounty Co
• Clif Bar & Company
• Quest Nutrition LLC
• Orgain Inc.
• MusclePharm Corporation
• NuGo Nutrition
• Natural Balance Foods Limited
• RXBAR & Co
• KIND LLC
• PowerBar Inc
• GoMacro LLC
• Caveman Foods LLC
• ProBar LLC
North America was the largest region in the protein bar market in 2024