Ukraine: Ukrainian brewers fight to establish identity with new style of beer
In the months following Russia’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine, US businesses were eager to show support for the besieged nation by flying flags of blue and gold. Few industries ... More
06/04/2024

Canada, BC: New liquor policy coming to breweries, wineries
The B.C. government has approved a series of regulatory changes it says is designed to improve the experience of people visiting wineries, breweries and distilleries across the province, the Times ... More
06/04/2024

France: Wine retakes top spot among consumer preferences from beer
After two years of success when beer overcame wine in the French people’s preferences, wine has retaken the top spot, Sowine/Dynata data shows. 60% of the population say they prefer wine. ... More
05/04/2024

France: Spring malting barley prices increase on worries over planting progress
France’s feed barley prices, like those of soft wheat, have shown little movement during the last week. A small increase in port charges should nevertheless be noted, La Depeche said ... More
05/04/2024

India: Excise officials raid United Breweries plant in Karnataka
Excise officials conducted a massive raid on the United Breweries (UB) manufacturing unit located in Nanjangud, under the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency, and seized liquor and raw materials amounting to ... More
05/04/2024

Ukraine: Demand for Ukrainian barley continues to decrease
World demand for barley remains quite low, especially against the background of forecasts of increased production in the new season, so hopes for increased barley exports from Ukraine at the ... More
05/04/2024

Denmark & China: Barclays cuts Carlsberg, expects weak China conditions to hit growth
Shares of Danish brewer Carlsberg are down 2% at DKK 928, as Barclays downgraded the brewer’s stock to "equal weight" from "overweight", saying it expects consumer weakness in China to ... More
05/04/2024

Australia: Former Carlton & United Breweries CEO buys Australian craft beer and spirits firms
Former Carlton & United Breweries CEO Peter Filipovic has acquired Mismatch Brewing Company and 78 Degrees in a multi-million dollar cash deal, The Drinks Business reported on April 5. The AU$7 ... More
05/04/2024

Switzerland: Small Swiss breweries forced into closure by rising costs
Small breweries, which have been very popular in Switzerland in recent years, are now falling victim to the tough economic climate. Rising costs of raw materials are weighing heavily on ... More
05/04/2024

USA: AB InBev continues recovery in the US during 2024
Anheuser-Busch InBev has continued its recovery in the U.S. during 2024, according to data from industry tracker Fintech. Of note, Michelob Ultra is now leading all beer brands in retailer ... More
05/04/2024