In its first full-year results since acquiring Carlton and United Breweries last year, Japan’s Asahi Group was bullish, aiming to target growth in Australia in lower alcohol sectors.
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Brews News Week #300 The Triple Ton
This week on the podcast, the team discuss BrewDog’s equity raise, lockdown drinking habits and corporate taxes.
Corporate tax paid by major brewers unveiled by ATO
In the latest tax disclosures from the Australian Tax Office, it was revealed that neither of the country’s two major brewers paid corporate tax last year.
Asahi sells BoozeBud back to founders
Asahi Beverages, owner of Carlton & United Breweries (CUB), has sold its leading online alcohol retailer BoozeBud back to the business’ founders.
Brews News Week #298 It’s Capital
This week, the team discuss Foster’s, ABAC and Behemoth, whilst Capital Brewing Co. dominates the news with a new taproom and pourage rights at Canberra’s Manuka Oval.
Asahi Australia chairman steps down
Peter Margin has stepped down as chairman of Asahi Holdings Australia following the successful integration of Carlton & United Breweries and Asahi this year.
Multimillion-dollar campaigns for Asahi and Peroni
Carlton & United Breweries is investing in multimillion-dollar campaigns for international brands Asahi Super Dry and Peroni to drive growth.
Double digit growth for Heineken 0.0
The double-digit global growth of Heineken’s alcohol-free offering has offered the global brewer a reprieve after a decline in volumes over the COVID period.
Heineken to acquire Asahi Beverages brands
Asahi Beverages, owners of Carlton & United Breweries, has announced the sale of Stella Artois and Becks to Heineken.
Revamped exec team at CUB
Following the announcement that Asahi’s alcohol business in Australia would be operating under the Carlton & United Breweries banner, a new executive team has been announced.