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Ambev SA ADR(ABEV)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
3-STAR RATING
WEAK BUY
BUY for 16 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-11.75% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$2.78
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ABEV

10/28/2026: ABEV (3-star) is a WEAK-BUY. BUY for 16 days. Simulated Profits (-11.75%). Updated daily EoD!

Ambev SA is a prominent beverage company and a key subsidiary of AB InBev, primarily focused on the beer and non-alcoholic segments across Latin America. The company leverages an expansive distribution network and a strong portfolio of regional brands to maintain a leading market position. Its primary investment story centers on the digital transformation of its business model through the BEES platform and the expansion of its 'Beyond Beer' categories. Investors should carefully monitor risks related to regional currency volatility, commodity price fluctuations, and intense competition. While Ambev may offer an attractive profile for value and dividend-oriented investors, its performance remains tied to the macroeconomic stability of its core operating regions.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tied to regional economic expansion and consumer spending trends in Latin America.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on positive trends in the Brazilian economy and beer consumption volumes.
Value investorStrong fitAmbev often trades at valuations reflective of its strong market position and cash flow generation.
Dividend investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company historically provides a consistent dividend yield, making it attractive for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to emerging market currency risks and economic volatility makes it less suitable for risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highADR prices are heavily influenced by fluctuations in the Brazilian Real.
Valuation riskMediumValuations are sensitive to regional political and economic stability.
Competition risk (Beverage industry)HighIntense competition from local and global brewers puts pressure on market share and margins.
Business qualityStrongThe company possesses a powerful distribution moat and iconic regional brands.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are subject to tax treatments on foreign income and fluctuating earnings.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully scaling the BEES digital platform is critical for future operational efficiency.

Price Behavior

Flat / Range-Bound
PRICE PATH

Flat / Range-Bound

The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 21.77%
Avg. Invested days 50
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ABEV receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ABEV has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+7.4%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 22.5%) are partially offset by slightly negative revenue growth (-1.4%), very low insider ownership of 0.00%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ABEV's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $19.9B (22.5% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is ABEV's strongest growth driver at +7.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-1.4%, slightly negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-7.0%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 7.2% (soft) and 26.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Arnhold & S. Bleichroeder Advisers, LLC 4.53%
GQG Partners LLC 1.20%
BlackRock Inc 0.21%
The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 0.19%
Loomis, Sayles & Company LP 0.18%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ABEV generates approximately $514 of gross profit, $253 of operating income, and $225 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.68%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ABEV has a high-quality, large-cap, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap Stability

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 44.25B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 15.11
1Y Target Price 3.35
Price to earnings Ratio 15.11
1Y Target Price 3.35
Volume (30-day avg) 23.4M shares
Beta 0.22
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 3.42
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 3.42
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.72%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.19

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Beer SegmentProduction and sale of beer brands like Brahma and Skol across Latin America.This is the primary revenue driver, benefiting from high consumption frequency in the region.
Non-Alcoholic BeveragesSoft drinks, water, and energy drinks produced via bottling partnerships.Provides stable, diversified cash flow outside of alcohol sales.
Geography: Brazil & LatAmOperational results across Brazil, Argentina, and other South American markets.Investment success is highly dependent on the economic health of these specific regions.

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-29
When Before Market
Estimate 0.05
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 18.41%
Operating Margin (TTM) 23.74%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 10.3%
Return on Equity (TTM) 18.4%

Valuation

Trailing PE 15.11
Forward PE 12.35
Enterprise Value 41.79B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.5
Enterprise Value 41.79B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.5
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.51
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.45
Shares Outstanding 15.42B
Shares Floating 4.05B
Shares Outstanding 15.42B
Shares Floating 4.05B
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 7.21

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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