Ambev S.A. ADR is a company classified in the “other” sector and is linked to the Brazilian corporation Ambev S.A., one of the largest beverage companies in Latin America and a key subsidiary of the Anheuser-Busch InBev group.
The listing in the United States occurs through American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), allowing foreign investors to trade its securities in the U.S. market. The creation of the company was driven by the pursuit of greater operational efficiency, expansion of market presence, and the strengthening of global competitiveness.
Following the merger, the company consolidated its leadership in the Brazilian beverage sector and began a process of regional expansion.
Ambev’s product portfolio includes beer brands such as Skol, Brahma, Antarctica, Budweiser, Stella Artois, and Corona, as well as soft drinks like Guaraná Antarctica and Sukita, and non-alcoholic beverages including H2OH! and Gatorade.
Ambev’s presence is concentrated in Latin America, with operations in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, and Central America, supported by manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and logistical partnerships across the region.
Market factors affecting its activities include volatility in agricultural input prices, such as barley and hops, and exchange-rate fluctuations in emerging markets.
The company’s operational structure is extensive, comprising more than 30 factories and hundreds of distribution centers across Latin America. Its administrative headquarters is located in São Paulo, where corporate and market strategies are defined.
In the United States, Ambev’s shares are traded on Nasdaq under the ticker ABEV.
History and when Ambev was created
Ambev was founded in 1999 in São Paulo following the merger between Brahma and Antarctica, creating the largest brewery in Latin America.
In its early years, the company focused on operational integration and improving production efficiency, establishing new synergy targets and expanding its market reach. In 2000, it carried out its initial public offering (IPO) on B3 and later registered its ADRs on Nasdaq under the ticker ABEV.
Beginning in the 2000s, Ambev expanded its international presence by investing in new Latin American markets, increasing production capacity, and acquiring regional brands to strengthen its product portfolio.
The company also implemented more efficient distribution strategies and digital transformation initiatives to enhance competitiveness within the sector and modernize production and logistics processes.
Between 2020 and 2024, Ambev reinforced its commitment to sustainability, investing in returnable packaging, water-efficiency initiatives, and the expansion of its non-alcoholic beverage portfolio, in line with evolving consumer behavior.
Additional Information
The Company Ambev SA ADR (United States), is listed on Nasdaq with a market cap of $ 38.70 Billions, having an equity of $ 17.29 Billions.
The Company está listadathe in the sector of Others and categorized in industry of Others.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 15.85 Billions, which generated a profit in the amount of $ 2.82 Billions.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 13.74, a P/BV ratio of 2.24 and in the last 12 months the dividend yield of ABEV was at 7.25%.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker ABEV.