Vending Industry Sees Record Growth in 2026 First Half

The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has reported record growth for the vending industry in the first half of 2026, with revenue up 12% year-over-year.

Key Growth Drivers

The growth was driven primarily by micro market expansion, which saw a 28% increase in locations, and the continued adoption of contactless payment systems across the installed base.

"These numbers validate what we've been seeing on the ground," said a NAMA representative. "The industry is in the middle of a technology-driven transformation that's attracting new consumers and new investment."