Anheuser Busch InBev

Founded in 2008, Anheuser-Busch InBev is a multinational brewing company located in Belgium. Anheuser-Busch controls over 400 different beverage brands, many of which enjoy worldwide recognition. In addition to its Belgium headquarters, the company has regional offices in Bremen, London, Mexico City, New York City, São Paulo, and St. Louis. Anheuser-Busch became one of the largest beverage and food companies in the world after it purchased SABMiller in 2016 for $107 billion. The company’s products are available for sale in over 100 countries, including popular brands like Beck’s, Budweiser, Corona, Hoegaarden, Leffe, and Stella Artois. Traded as ABI on the Euronext, Anheuser-Busch stock is also listed on the Mexican, South African and New York exchanges. In 2019, the company filed an IPO for its Asian subsidiary, Budweiser Brewing Company APAC Ltd. on the Hong Kong exchange. The price per share was valued at $27, with the company looking to raise capital for future acquisitions and to reduce its debt. Some would argue that Anheuser-Busch does not have the most ethical track record. The company was investigated by the US Justice Department in 2015 for violating competition regulations. It is believed that the company paid a $6 million fine in 2016 after it was accused of bribery. ABI stock can be traded on the eToro platform. Start now.