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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/29/2025: ABEV (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $2.82
1 Year Target Price $2.82
2 | Strong Buy |
2 | Buy |
7 | Hold |
1 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 33.81% | Avg. Invested days 66 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 34.93B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.18 | 1Y Target Price 2.82 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.18 | 1Y Target Price 2.82 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12 | Beta 0.34 | 52 Weeks Range 1.71 - 2.59 | Updated Date 08/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.71 - 2.59 | Updated Date 08/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.82% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.17 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-31 | When - | Estimate 0.034 | Actual 0.18 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 16.08% | Operating Margin (TTM) 22.15% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 10% | Return on Equity (TTM) 16.05% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.18 | Forward PE 12.27 | Enterprise Value 32585902065 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.38 |
Enterprise Value 32585902065 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.38 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.93 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.01 | Shares Outstanding 15592299520 | Shares Floating 4252931142 |
Shares Outstanding 15592299520 | Shares Floating 4252931142 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 8.25 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ambev SA ADR

Company Overview
History and Background
Ambev SA ADR was formed in 2000 through the merger of Brahma and Antarctica, two of Brazil's largest brewers. It has grown through acquisitions and expansions to become a leading brewer in Latin America. Ambev is headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Core Business Areas
- Beer: Production, distribution, and sale of a wide range of beer brands, including popular local and international beers.
- Non-Alcoholic Beverages: Production, distribution, and sale of carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, juices, and energy drinks.
- Other Products: Includes malt production and other related activities.
Leadership and Structure
Jean Jereissati Neto is the current CEO. Ambev operates with a decentralized structure, empowering regional teams while maintaining central oversight.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Skol: One of the most popular beer brands in Brazil. Estimated market share of around 30% in Brazil. Competitors: Brahma, Itaipava.
- Brahma: Another leading beer brand in Brazil with a strong presence. Market share approximately 20% in Brazil. Competitors: Skol, Itaipava.
- Guaranu00e1 Antarctica: A popular Brazilian soft drink made from guarana berries. Competitors: Coca-Cola, Pepsi.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The beverage industry is characterized by intense competition, evolving consumer preferences, and increasing demand in emerging markets. Consolidation is a recurring theme. Demand shifts with economic cycles.
Positioning
Ambev SA ADR is a dominant player in Latin America's beverage market, leveraging its extensive distribution network and strong brand portfolio. Its competitive advantages include scale, brand recognition, and operational efficiency.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The Latin American beverage market is estimated to be worth over $100 billion. Ambev is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its diverse product offerings and extensive distribution network.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand portfolio
- Extensive distribution network
- Market leading position in Latin America
- Operational efficiency
- Cost leadership
Weaknesses
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- Dependence on Latin American markets
- Vulnerability to commodity price volatility
- Increasing competition from craft breweries
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new products
- Acquisitions of smaller competitors
- Growth in e-commerce channels
- Growing premiumization of the beer segment
Threats
- Economic downturns in Latin America
- Increased competition
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Regulatory changes (e.g., taxes on sugary drinks)
- Water scarcity issues
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BUD
- HEINY
- CCEP
Competitive Landscape
Ambev has a strong market share but faces stiff competition. Anheuser-Busch InBev (BUD) is a major global player. Heineken (HEINY) is another significant competitor. Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) competes in the non-alcoholic space.
Major Acquisitions
Cerveceria Nacional Dominicana
- Year: 2012
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1237
- Strategic Rationale: To expand its presence in the Caribbean market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ambev has grown significantly through organic expansion and acquisitions, particularly in Latin America.
Future Projections: Analysts expect Ambev to continue growing, driven by emerging markets, premiumization, and cost efficiencies.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding into new beverage categories, investing in e-commerce, and improving sustainability efforts.
Summary
Ambev is a dominant player in the Latin American beverage market with a strong brand portfolio and extensive distribution network. Currency fluctuations and economic conditions in Latin America present challenges. The company has opportunities to expand into new markets and product categories. Sustained success relies on managing risks and capitalizing on growth opportunities while navigating intense competition.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
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About Ambev SA ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters São Paulo, SP, Brazil | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-03-05 | CEO - | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Beverages - Brewers | Full time employees 43000 | Website https://www.ambev.com.br |
Full time employees 43000 | Website https://www.ambev.com.br |
Ambev S.A., through its subsidiaries, engages in the production, distribution, and sale of beer, draft beer, carbonated soft drinks, malt and food, other alcoholic beverages, and non-alcoholic and non-carbonated products in Brazil, Central America and Caribbean, Latin America South, and Canada. It also provides carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, isotonic beverages, energy drinks, coconut water, powdered and natural juices, and ready-to-drink teas. The company offers its products under its own main brands, such as Brahma, SkoL, Antarctica, Original, Quilmes, Andes Origen, Patricia, Paceña, Huari, Pilsen, Presidente, Balboa, Guaraná Antarctica, and e Beats; and licensed brands, including Budweiser, Corona, Spaten, Stella Artois, Beck's, Modelo, Bud Light, Busch, and e Michelob Ultra, as well as under the Pepsi, H2OH! , Lipton IceTea, and Red Bull. It offers its products through a network of third-party distributors and a direct distribution system. The company was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Ambev S.A. operates as a subsidiary of Interbrew International B.V

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