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title: "Budweiser Maker Takes Back Plant Stake"
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description: "Anheuser-Busch InBev is repurchasing a 49.9% stake in its U.S. metal container plants from Apollo Global Management for approximately $3 billion. This acquisition includes 7 facilities across 6 states, enhancing control over packaging costs for brands like Budweiser and Stella Artois. The transaction, expected to close in Q1 2026, is anticipated to be EPS accretive in the first year, improving cost control and operational efficiency. Investors will monitor the EPS impact post-closure."
datetime: "2026-01-06T16:56:50.000Z"
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# Budweiser Maker Takes Back Plant Stake

Anheuser-Busch InBev is bringing a key part of its U.S. supply chain back in-house. The brewer said it has exercised its option to repurchase a 49.9% stake in its U.S. metal container plants from a group of investors led by Apollo Global Management in a deal valued at about $3 billion.

The assets include 7 metal container facilities across 6 states that supply cans for brands like Budweiser, Stella Artois, and Corona. AB InBev said it will fund the purchase with cash on hand and expects to close the transaction in the first quarter of 2026.

Management said the deal should be EPS accretive in year 1, pointing to better cost control and smoother operations from full ownership. The move also simplifies a partnership structure at a time when companies are paying closer attention to supply chain resilience and margins.

Packaging is a major cost driver in brewing, and owning the plants gives AB InBev more control over expenses. Investors will watch for confirmation of the EPS impact once the deal closes in Q1 2026.

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