Ambev

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Ambev
Company typePublic
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IndustryBeverage
Founded1999
Key people
Jean Jereissati (CEO)
ProductsBeer, soft drinks, energy drinks
RevenueIncrease R$52.6 billion (2020)
Decrease R$11.7 billion (2020)
Number of employees
52,000 (2020)
ParentAnheuser-Busch InBev
Websitewww.ambev.com.br


Ambev (short for Companhia de Bebidas das Américas) is a Brazilian brewing company. It is the largest brewing company in Latin America and one of the largest in the world. Ambev was formed in 1999 through the merger of two of Brazil's largest brewers, Brahma and Antarctica.

History[edit | edit source]

Ambev was created in 1999 with the merger of Brahma and Antarctica, two of Brazil's most prominent breweries. The merger was aimed at consolidating the Brazilian beer market and expanding the companies' reach internationally. In 2004, Ambev merged with Interbrew from Belgium, forming InBev. Later, InBev merged with Anheuser-Busch to create Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's largest brewer.

Products[edit | edit source]

Ambev produces a wide range of beverages, including:

Operations[edit | edit source]

Ambev operates in 18 countries across the Americas, including Argentina, Canada, and the United States. The company has a significant presence in the Brazilian market, where it holds a dominant market share.

Corporate Social Responsibility[edit | edit source]

Ambev is involved in various CSR initiatives, focusing on sustainability, responsible drinking, and community development. The company has implemented programs to reduce water usage, promote recycling, and support local communities.

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