Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (BUD) , alias AB InBev, has shown steady growth in the stock market, with its shares surpassing the broader industry and the S&P 500 in the past three months. This positive trend has been driven by the company's unwavering commitment to enhancing its brands through diverse beer offerings, aligning with the industry's shift toward premium products. AB InBev is well-positioned to benefit from the expansion of its Beyond Beer portfolio and its investments in B2B platforms, e-commerce ...

Morgan Stanley named Anheuser-Busch Inbev SA (NYSE:BUD) a top pick, citing the beverage stock's valuation upside despite a near-term "mixed picture." In response, BUD is 0.9% higher at $64.22. In addition to naming it a top pick, the analyst also hiked its price target to $73 from $68.50 and maintained its "overweight" rating. The majority of analysts are already bullish, with six of eight recommending a "buy" or better, while the 12-month target price of $71.89 is an 11.9% premium to the security's current ...

Players in the Zacks Beverages – Alcohol industry are grappling with inflation and rising costs for commodities and logistics, leading to increased operational expenses from heightened advertising and marketing spend. These elevated costs are likely to persist and may squeeze the profit margins of alcohol producers. Despite these challenges, the industry is benefiting from the demand for premium, high-quality products and innovative spirits. Strong momentum in spirits and ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails is d ...

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles-based Blaze Mota is releasing a hemp-derived THC version of its Mota'lada, a non-alcoholic ready-to-drink michelada, next month. The Mota'lada is made with non-alcoholic Mexican Lager and a michelada base of tomato, lime, and spices. It contains 10mg of hemp-derived THC and 2mg of hemp-derived CBD. Mota'lada, hemp-derived THC MicheladaMota'lada, hemp-derived THC Michelada The cannabis-infused version of the Mota'lada hit California's regulated cannabis ...

Anheuser-Busch InBev BUD continues to recover from a boycott in 2023 when it infuriated conservative consumers by partnering with trans activist and influencer Dylan Mulvaney on a marketing campaign. The beer company now has a new brand ambassador, one that will likely help win back its anti-woke customer base, just in time for the 2024 NCAA Football season. What Happened: Bud Light's new ad, geared toward college football fans, stars comedian Shane Gillis. "College football fans are some of the most passio ...

E I I I 11 11 1 monticelllo Thesis Overview Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (BUD), the world's largest conglomerate of breweries, reported Q2-2024 earnings on August 1st. In this article, I will discuss these figures against the backdrop of AB InBev's long-term positioning. I typically rate stocks as Hold/neutral, even when my inclination is bullish or bearish. This is because my articles primarily are intended to provide food for thought to help you make your own decisions. Nevertheless, I usually share my pers ...

As the dark clouds of a potential recession loom on the horizon, investors are scrambling to find safe havens for their hard-earned money. While it's true that most stocks tend to suffer during economic downturns, there are always a few outliers that manage to defy the odds and emerge stronger than ever. However, before you rush to invest in the first "recession-proof" stock you come across, let me offer a word of caution. Just because a company weathered the storm in the past doesn't guarantee it will do s ...

We are currently in the midst of a correction, a downturn and potentially a recession. Whatever it is, volatility remains high. Investors have engaged in a broad market sell-off over the last month or so. Although there have been some signs of a rebound, Many continue to worry that a market crash is looming. Given that those fears continue to run high, it makes sense to do as much as possible to recession-proof your portfolio and move into safer stocks. Measures of overall market fear indicate that a shift ...

Following the severe market falloff that began last month but accelerated this month, investors may want to consider the inherent comfort of stable dividend stocks. No, these ideas aren't the most glamorous in the world – far from it. Indeed, many would label them as boring. Nevertheless, in the present cycle, boring is good. To be sure, there's an argument to be made that quality growth-oriented enterprises are now on discount. I'm a big fan of scooping up such entities on the cheap. Since this is the Inte ...

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (BUD) , alias AB InBev, reported solid results in second-quarter 2024. The company's revenues and earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate and improved year over year. Top and bottom-line growth reflected a positive business momentum, owing to the strength of its diversified footprint and consumer demand for its megabrands. The company outlined its view for 2024. AB InBev reported an underlying EPS (normalized EPS, excluding mark-to-market gains and losses related to the hedging ...