Strong Cash Generation
Delivered over $1.1 billion in free cash flow in 2025 and expects a similar amount in 2026; historically delivered >$1 of free cash flow for every $1 of underlying earnings over the past 5 years.
Significant Balance Sheet Improvement
Net debt reduced to $5.4 billion and leverage ratio improved to ~2.3x (from pro forma 4.8x post-2016); highest credit rating since 2016, providing financial flexibility.
Expanded Share Repurchase Authorization
Executed ~72% (~$1.4 billion) of the prior $2 billion buyback in 9 quarters and increased authorization to an aggregate of up to $4 billion (inclusive of ~$1.4B already spent) through Dec 31, 2031.
Portfolio Progress: Beyond Beer and Premiumization
Beyond Beer now comprises roughly 10% of revenue; premiumization up ~5 percentage points; specific brand examples include Topo Chico Hard (pivoted to higher-ABV/full-flavor) and Fever-Tree integration underway.
Notable Brand Growth
Blue Moon non-alc brand growing ~25% and now the #2 non-alc craft brand in the U.S.; retained ~70% of the share gains achieved in 2023 with core brands.
New Cost Savings Program
Announced a 3-year cost savings program targeting up to $450 million in savings with delivery beginning in 2026 across COGS, Americas G&A, and international operations.
Disciplined Capital Allocation & M&A Framework
Rebased medium-term CapEx to ~$650 million per year (down from prior ~$750M+), targeting M&A deals in the ~$200M–$350M range that would add ~1%–2% NSR annually and be funded from cash operations.
Commercial & Operating Rewiring
Announced organizational changes to localize P&L accountability (closer to customers/consumers), invest in sales/marketing AI and ERP/capability modernization to drive faster decisions and efficiency.