Competition bubbles as Vietnam sells state brewers

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20161114vietnam_article_main_imageWith the Vietnamese government set to sell major stakes in two state-run beer producers, Japanese and European brewers hope to jump in and capitalize on the country’s growing suds market. (more…)

Japanese breweries on startline of Sabeco auction

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Japanese Asahi Group Holdings Ltd., and Kirin Holdings Co. are considering bidding for shares of Saigon Beer, Alcohol and Beverage (Sabeco) in the auction expected to be held next month, according to newswire Nikkei. (more…)

Asahi Mixes Drinks as Japan’s Beer Market Shrinks

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Japan’s beer makers keep a grip on their home markets while branching out abroad.

In an era when Budweiser is sold by a Belgium-based company and California’s Lagunitas IPA is partly Dutch-owned, Japanese beer has remained in Japan’s hands, away from the global consolidation party. (more…)

Euromonitor: Japanese Beer Manufacturers Prepare for Potential Change in the Liquor Tax

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For the first time in the last decade, the Japanese mid-priced lager segment posted positive growth in 2015. Although it was only a slight increase, at 0.3% in volume terms, this indicates that Japan’s beer market has started to shift gradually. The category’s growth in 2015 was mainly driven by a successful new launch, writes Euromonitor International. (more…)