Sports-nutrition ingredients saw major shifts in 2025 as protein demand surged, costs moved, and global trade reshaped supply. This report highlights key developments in proteins, sweeteners, cocoa, eggs, and energy-related inputs, and outlines what to expect heading into early 2026.
- WPI stayed very tight on strong demand and scarce spot supply
- WPC80 stayed high as protein use kept growing
- Glucose & dextrose tracked energy and feedstock shifts
- Cocoa remained tight on West African crop issues
- Eggs were volatile due to feed costs and disease
- and more…