Anheuser-Busch InBev reports on ongoing buyback, shares tracked against global brewers

Anheuser-Busch InBev updates investors on the progress of its ongoing share repurchase program, while the brewer’s Brussels-listed shares trade higher in a sector led by peers such as Heineken and Carlsberg.

By Christina Vogel, Background & Management desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-23, 19:48.

Anheuser-Busch InBev (BE0974293251) has reported on the latest progress of its ongoing share buyback program, while its shares trade on Euronext Brussels and the NYSE alongside peers such as Heineken and Carlsberg. The update, released on 2026-06-23, outlines executed repurchases under the program first announced in late October 2025 according to a regulatory communication.

Buyback update from Brussels

The new disclosure summarizes volumes and average prices of Anheuser-Busch InBev shares repurchased since the launch of the buyback on 2025-10-30, providing investors with visibility on capital returned via share repurchases. A stock exchange notice dated 2026-06-23 highlights the most recent execution data under the program, reflecting continued use of excess cash for equity reduction according to the progress report.

The buyback sits alongside the group’s broader capital allocation framework, which has focused on deleveraging after prior large acquisitions and on maintaining investment in brands and capacity. In its first-quarter 2026 earnings release, the brewer reiterated that disciplined capital allocation remains a priority, balancing debt reduction, organic growth spending and cash returns including dividends and buybacks as stated in the quarterly report.

How the brewer compares with peers

On Euronext Brussels, Anheuser-Busch InBev shares trade in a global peer group that includes Heineken and Carlsberg, both of which also pursue multi-year efficiency and premiumization strategies in Europe and emerging markets. Sector commentary from international brokers often tracks relative valuation multiples and cash generation among these brewers, with attention on leverage metrics and free cash flow conversion according to recent analyst overviews.

Data collated by equity research platforms indicate that many analysts expect Anheuser-Busch InBev to continue expanding margins and strengthening free cash flow through 2026 and 2027, supported by price-mix, productivity and the ongoing buyback program. Consensus reports compiled by MarketScreener show a predominantly positive long-term stance on the brewer’s earnings trajectory in comparison with key competitors.

What the company sells

Anheuser-Busch InBev generates most of its revenue from beer and adjacent beverages, with global flagship brands such as Budweiser, Stella Artois and Corona at the core of its portfolio. The group also manages a wide range of local brands in markets including the United States, Brazil, Mexico and Europe, spanning mass and premium segments.

Where the stock trades today

The Anheuser-Busch InBev shares (BE0974293251) last traded on Euronext Brussels at 60.00 EUR on 2026-06-23, 13:25, according to recent market data.

Key data on the Anheuser-Busch InBev shares

• Company: Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV
• ISIN: BE0974293251
• WKN: A2ASUV
• Ticker: ABI (Brussels), BUD (NYSE)
• Trading venue: Euronext Brussels, NYSE
• Price (as of 2026-06-23, 13:25): 60.00 EUR
• Market cap: 104.0 billion EUR (as of 2026-06-23)
• Sector / industry: Consumer Staples - Beverages (Brewers)
• Index membership: BEL 20, Euro Stoxx 50
• Next earnings date: 2026-07-25

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