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Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV reports company news for its global brewing and beverage portfolio, with BUD representing its American depositary receipts on the New York Stock Exchange. Recurring updates cover operating results, beer volumes, revenue per hectoliter, megabrand performance and portfolio categories such as no-alcohol beer, Balanced Choices, Beyond Beer and BEES Marketplace.
Company announcements also address brand platforms and partnerships tied to Budweiser, Corona, Corona Cero, Stella Artois, Michelob Ultra and other global, multi-country and local brands. Additional developments include manufacturing investments, brewery and packaging capabilities, annual meeting outcomes, governance matters and capital-structure actions.
AB InBev (NYSE:BUD) reports that Corona has been named the world’s most valuable beer brand in the Kantar BrandZ 2026 rankings for the third straight year, with AB InBev holding 8 of the top 10 beer brands.
Corona revenue outside its home market grew 8.3% in 2025, with double-digit volume growth in 30 markets, and 16% growth outside its home market in Q1 2026, contributing to AB InBev’s all-time high revenues and volume growth.
Anheuser-Busch (NYSE:BUD) announced a new $5 million investment in its Columbus, Ohio brewery to expand production of Michelob ULTRA and Michelob ULTRA Zero.
The project is part of a $600 million Brewing Futures U.S. investment across 2025–2026, including 15 technical training centers to upskill over 90% of its manufacturing workforce and strengthen veteran manufacturing careers. Anheuser-Busch has invested more than $71 million in the Columbus brewery over the past five years, where about 10% of employees are veterans or active service members.
Corona (NYSE:BUD) launched “Living is Calling,” a global summer program extending its “This Is Living” platform through a partnership with Tripadvisor.
The campaign spans 30+ countries, offers QR code access on packages to travel-experience vouchers, and features a new first-person hero film and immersive outdoor activations.
AB InBev (NYSE:BUD) was named Cannes Lions Creative Marketer of the Year 2026, the first company to win the honour three times. The brewer won 37 Lions last year and cites creativity as a growth lever tied to Q1 2026 all-time high revenues and higher beer volumes.
AB InBev reports 20 “+1 billion-dollar” brands, four consecutive years as the Global Effie Index top marketer, and eight of the top 10 beer brands in Kantar BrandZ. The company will keynote Cannes Lions on 22 June 2026 and be honoured at the Awards Show on 26 June 2026.
AB InBev (NYSE:BUD) reported 1Q26 results: revenue rose 5.8% (reported +12.0% with FX) to $15,267m, volumes +0.8% (beer +1.2%), normalized EBITDA +5.3% to $5,437m and underlying EPS +20.8% to $0.97. BEES Marketplace GMV grew 55% to $1.1bn; overall BEES GMV reached $14.6bn. Underlying profit was $1,923m. Moody’s upgraded the rating from A3 to A2. Management reiterated FY26 outlook: EBITDA growth mid-term 4–8%, net capex $3.5–4.0bn and normalized ETR 26–28%.
Budweiser (BUD) unveiled its global FIFA World Cup 2026 platform, “Let It Pour”, activating across more than 40 countries with a global film, limited-edition apparel via The Bud Fan Store, and live fan experiences called Bud FC. The campaign features ambassadors Erling Haaland and Jürgen Klopp and runs across TV, social, and out-of-home assets during the 39-day tournament.
Anheuser-Busch (NYSE: BUD) is increasing U.S. manufacturing investment to $600 million across 2025 and 2026 to strengthen breweries, upgrade campus technology and expand production and packaging capacity. The plan includes 15 new technical skills training centers, veteran hiring support and partnerships with trade schools and the Manufacturing Institute.
The company intends to upskill >90% of its manufacturing workforce over five years and has integrated more than 20 credentials to translate military training into manufacturing roles.
Budweiser (NYSE:BUD) marks 40 years as Official Beer Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup with a nostalgia-led global platform. The launch includes the Budweiser® FIFA World Cup™ Anniversary Pack of 11 era-inspired bottles/cans, a global film titled “The Big Drop,” out-of-home billboards, and a digital hub.
The limited-edition pack rolls out in key non-US markets starting April 2026 and features QR-linked digital content, immersive experiences, and regional prizes.
AB InBev (APO) reported FY25 organic revenue growth of 2.0% and reported revenue of $59,320m (down 0.8% FX-affected). Normalized EBITDA rose 4.9% to $21,223m with a 101bps margin expansion to 35.8%. Underlying EPS was $3.73 (+6%), free cash flow was $11.3bn, and net debt/EBITDA was 2.87x. The board proposed a final dividend of €1.00 (full year €1.15) and is executing a $6bn buyback (≈$635m completed).
Corona Cero (NYSE:BUD) announced a global roster of athlete ambassadors for Milano Cortina 2026, launching the TIME CERO initiative in partnership with the IOC and Athlete365.
Activations include Cero Stress Zones, Casa Corona hospitality, Golden Bottle keepsakes, post-Games retreats on Corona Island, and fan experiences in Milan and Livigno.