Ambev (NYSE:ABEV) is a leading brewer in Latin America and a subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world’s largest beverage company. Formed in 1999 through the merger of Companhia Antarctica Paulista and Brahma, Ambev has grown into a diversified beverage producer. The company’s core business centers on the production, distribution and sale of beer, soft drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages, serving both on- and off-premise channels.
Ambev’s beer portfolio features iconic brands such as Skol, Brahma and Antarctica, alongside internationally recognized imports including Stella Artois and Budweiser. Beyond beer, the company offers a range of soft drinks under its Guaraná Antarctica label, flavored sodas, bottled water, energy drinks and malt-based refreshments. Ambev has invested in production technology and packaging innovation to optimize its supply chain and meet evolving consumer preferences.
The company operates across 18 countries, with its largest market in Brazil, supported by significant footprints in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay, among others. Ambev manages an extensive distribution network that reaches urban and rural markets through partnerships with wholesalers, retailers and horeca (hotel, restaurant and café) operators. It also exports select brands to North America, Europe and Asia, leveraging global trade relationships within the AB InBev system.
Under the leadership of CEO Jean Jereissati Filho, Ambev emphasizes sustainability, responsible consumption and community engagement. The company has launched initiatives aimed at water conservation, renewable energy adoption and circular packaging. Governance is overseen by a board of directors that includes industry veterans and international stakeholders, ensuring alignment with global best practices and long-term strategic growth.
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