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Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR (BUD)

Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR (BUD) 2-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/02/2025: BUD (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 2 star rating for performance

Below Average Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.

Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

13 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $77.1

1 Year Target Price $77.1

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$77.1 Target price
52w Low $45.07
Current$61.64
52w High $71.99

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 18.19%
Avg. Invested days 42
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 120.75B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.48
1Y Target Price 77.1
Price to earnings Ratio 20.48
1Y Target Price 77.1
Volume (30-day avg) 13
Beta 0.67
52 Weeks Range 45.07 - 71.99
Updated Date 12/3/2025
52 Weeks Range 45.07 - 71.99
Updated Date 12/3/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.11%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.01

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

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Profitability

Profit Margin 10.4%
Operating Margin (TTM) 27.79%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.54%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.69%

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.48
Forward PE 14.84
Enterprise Value 188229757157
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.06
Enterprise Value 188229757157
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.06
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.21
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.72
Shares Outstanding 1727638748
Shares Floating 930336236
Shares Outstanding 1727638748
Shares Floating 930336236
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 5.88

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Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) was formed in 2008 through the merger of InBev and Anheuser-Busch. InBev itself was a result of previous mergers, including Interbrew and AmBev. The company traces its roots back to the mid-19th century with breweries established in both Belgium and the United States.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Beer Production and Distribution: AB InBev's primary business is the production, marketing, and distribution of beer globally. This includes a diverse portfolio of global, international, and local beer brands.
  • Non-Alcoholic Beverages: While primarily focused on beer, AB InBev also has a presence in the non-alcoholic beverage market, offering products like soft drinks and energy drinks in select regions.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

AB InBev operates under a global management structure with headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. The company is led by a CEO and a management team responsible for overseeing regional operations and global brands. The stock trades on several exchanges, including as an ADR in the US.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Budweiser: A globally recognized American-style lager. Budweiser is one of AB InBev's flagship brands and holds a significant market share in North America and other international markets. Competitors include Coors Light (Molson Coors) and Miller Lite (Molson Coors).
  • Corona: A Mexican lager with a global presence. Corona is particularly popular in North America, Europe, and Latin America. Competitors include Heineken (Heineken N.V.) and Modelo (AB InBev).
  • Stella Artois: A Belgian pilsner known for its premium positioning. Stella Artois is sold in numerous countries and is a key brand in AB InBev's premium beer portfolio. Competitors include Peroni (Asahi) and Pilsner Urquell (Asahi).
  • Michelob Ultra: A light lager that is popular with consumers. Competitors include Miller Lite (Molson Coors) and Coors Light (Molson Coors).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The global beer industry is characterized by consolidation, with a few major players dominating the market. Trends include the rise of craft beer, the increasing popularity of low-alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages, and growing demand in emerging markets.

Positioning

AB InBev is the world's largest brewer, with a global portfolio of brands and a strong presence in key markets. Its competitive advantages include its scale, distribution network, brand portfolio, and cost efficiency.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global alcoholic beverages market is estimated to be worth over $1.6 trillion. AB InBev is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its diverse brand portfolio and global distribution network.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global Scale and Reach
  • Strong Brand Portfolio
  • Efficient Distribution Network
  • Cost Leadership
  • Financial Resources

Weaknesses

  • High Debt Levels (following the SABMiller acquisition)
  • Exposure to Currency Fluctuations
  • Dependence on Mature Markets
  • Brand reputation risk

Opportunities

  • Growth in Emerging Markets
  • Expansion into Non-Alcoholic Beverages
  • Innovation in Product Offerings
  • Acquisitions of Craft Breweries
  • Premiumization Trends

Threats

  • Increasing Competition from Craft Brewers
  • Changing Consumer Preferences
  • Government Regulations and Taxes
  • Economic Downturns
  • Supply Chain Disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Molson Coors Beverage Company (TAP)
  • Constellation Brands (STZ)
  • Boston Beer Company (SAM)

Competitive Landscape

AB InBev's size and scale provide a competitive advantage over smaller brewers. However, craft brewers are gaining market share by offering unique and innovative products. Competition is intense across all segments of the beer market.

Major Acquisitions

Craft Brew Alliance

  • Year: 2020
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 321
  • Strategic Rationale: To strengthen AB InBev's portfolio of craft beers and expand its presence in the craft beer market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: AB InBev's historical growth has been driven by organic growth, acquisitions, and expansion into new markets. The SABMiller acquisition in 2016 significantly increased its scale and global reach.

Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by growth in emerging markets, expansion into new product categories (such as non-alcoholic beverages), and innovation in product offerings. Analyst estimates vary depending on market conditions and company performance.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in e-commerce platforms, expansion into the hard seltzer category, and efforts to reduce environmental impact.

Summary

Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR is the world's largest brewer with a vast global presence and diverse brand portfolio. However, it faces challenges including high debt levels and increasing competition from craft brewers. The company is focusing on growth in emerging markets and expansion into new product categories. Its strengths in scale and distribution are offset by reputation risk. It requires careful management to navigate a complex and evolving market.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Financial News Outlets

Disclaimers:

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About Anheuser Busch Inbev NV ADR

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2009-07-01
CEO -
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Beverages - Brewers
Full time employees 144000
Full time employees 144000

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV produces, distributes, exports, markets, and sells beer in North America, Middle Americas, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company also provides spirits-based ready-to-drink and non-alcohol beverages. It offers a portfolio of approximately 500 beer brands, which primarily include Budweiser, Corona Extra, Stella Artois, and Michelob Ultra; Beck's, Hoegaarden, and Leffe; Aguila, Antarctica, Bud Light, Brahma, Carling Black Label, Cass Fresh, Castle, Castle Lite, Cristal, Harbin, Jupiler, Modelo Especial, Quilmes, Skol, Victoria, Sedrin, and Skol brands, as well as non-beer brands comprising Brutal Fruit, Cutwater, and NÜTRL brands. The company was formerly known as InBev SA and changed its name to Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV in November 2008. Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV was founded in 1366 and is headquartered in Leuven, Belgium.