Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (NYSE:BUD) Releases Quarterly Earnings Results, Beats Estimates By $0.07 EPS

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (NYSE:BUD) released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday. The consumer goods maker reported $0.97 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.90 by $0.07, Zacks reports. The company had revenue of $15.27 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $14.69 billion. Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV had a return on equity of 15.67% and a net margin of 11.53%.Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV’s quarterly revenue was up 12.0% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm posted $0.81 EPS.

Here are the key takeaways from Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV’s conference call:

• Underlying EPS rose 20.8% to $0.97, with revenue up 5.8% and EBITDA up 5.3%, delivering an all‑time high Q1 EPS and strong top- and bottom-line results.
• Record Q1 beer volumes in Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, South Africa and Peru and share gains in ~75% of markets highlight broad geographic and brand momentum.
• BEES and digital monetization accelerated — BEES GMV grew ~55% to >$1.1bn (third‑party GMV +55%), while D2C served 12 million consumers and generated $139m in revenue.
• China underperformed, with volumes down ~1.5% versus a slightly growing industry, and management said execution, in‑home presence and participation in growth segments need improvement.
• Financial resilience and outlook strengthened — Moody’s upgraded AB InBev to A2, there are no bonds maturing in 2026, and the company reiterated its 2026 EBITDA growth guidance of 4–8%.

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV Trading Up 3.0%

BUD stock traded up $2.43 during trading on Wednesday, hitting $82.80. The company had a trading volume of 1,272,641 shares, compared to its average volume of 2,204,003. Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV has a 52-week low of $56.97 and a 52-week high of $82.91. The company has a 50 day simple moving average of $73.49 and a 200-day simple moving average of $68.75. The firm has a market capitalization of $161.49 billion, a P/E ratio of 24.08, a PEG ratio of 1.37 and a beta of 0.57. The company has a quick ratio of 0.57, a current ratio of 0.72 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.74.

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a dividend, which will be paid on Friday, June 5th. Stockholders of record on Friday, May 8th will be issued a $1.1735 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Friday, May 8th. This represents a dividend yield of 322.0%. Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV’s dividend payout ratio is presently 6.98%.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

A number of research analysts have weighed in on the stock. UBS Group reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV in a research report on Wednesday. Jefferies Financial Group reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV in a research note on Tuesday. Berenberg Bank reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV in a research report on Wednesday. Royal Bank Of Canada reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV in a research note on Tuesday. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. restated a “buy” rating on shares of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV in a research report on Tuesday. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating and four have given a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $90.50.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

A number of hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Birchwood Financial Partners Inc. bought a new stake in shares of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $26,000. Parkside Financial Bank & Trust grew its stake in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV by 79.1% in the fourth quarter. Parkside Financial Bank & Trust now owns 498 shares of the consumer goods maker’s stock worth $32,000 after purchasing an additional 220 shares in the last quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC increased its holdings in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV by 140.4% during the 3rd quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 1,553 shares of the consumer goods maker’s stock worth $93,000 after purchasing an additional 907 shares during the period. New York State Common Retirement Fund bought a new stake in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV during the 2nd quarter valued at $120,000. Finally, EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC raised its position in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV by 36.1% during the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 2,230 shares of the consumer goods maker’s stock valued at $153,000 after purchasing an additional 591 shares in the last quarter. 5.53% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

More Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV News

Here are the key news stories impacting Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q1 results beat expectations — AB InBev reported $0.97 EPS (vs. ~$0.90 est.) and $15.27B revenue, with global beer volumes up ~0.8–1.2%, marking a return to volume growth that underpins stronger top-line momentum. AB InBev Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
• Positive Sentiment: Analysts lift ratings/targets — Wells Fargo raised its price target to $93 and kept an “overweight” call, signaling about a mid-teens upside from recent levels; multiple firms also reiterated buy ratings, supporting continued upside momentum. Benzinga
• Positive Sentiment: Broker buy reaffirmations — Several major brokers (Bernstein, UBS, Barclays, RBC, JPMorgan, Jefferies, Berenberg) reiterated buy ratings, reinforcing investor conviction after the quarter. Examples: Bernstein (reaffirmed buy). Bernstein Keeps Buy UBS reaffirmation: UBS Reiterates Buy
• Positive Sentiment: Market narrative — Coverage highlights that premiumization (Corona, Michelob Ultra) and digital/BEES execution drove the beat and helped reverse a multi-year volume slide, which is a structural positive for margins and EPS recovery. Reuters
• Neutral Sentiment: Brand/PR win — AB InBev won Cannes Lions Creative Marketer of the Year (positive for brand equity but limited near-term financial impact). BusinessWire
• Neutral Sentiment: Mixed analyst stance — Deutsche Bank maintained a neutral rating, which could cap upside for more cautious investors. MarketScreener
• Neutral Sentiment: Regulatory filing — The company filed a Form 6-K for Q1 interim reporting; routine disclosure but worth noting for investors tracking official filings. TipRanks

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV Company Profile

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (NYSE: BUD) is a multinational brewing company headquartered in Leuven, Belgium. It is one of the world’s largest brewers and is primarily engaged in the production, distribution and marketing of beer and related beverages. The company’s operations span brewing, packaging, logistics and retail/customer sales support, serving a broad set of channels from on-premise hospitality to retail and e-commerce.

AB InBev’s portfolio includes a mix of global, regional and local beer brands across mainstream, premium, craft and non-alcoholic categories.