Jul 14th, 2008 · Belgian brewer InBev announced Monday that it will buy American rival Anheuser-Busch for $52 billion. The merger would form the world's largest brewer and put the iconic American beer maker in the hands of the company that produces Stella Artois and Beck's beers.
Jul 14th, 2008 · Anheuser-Busch, the maker of Budweiser, has agreed to accept a $52 billion buyout offer from the Belgian brewer InBev in a deal that would create the world's largest beer maker.
Jul 8th, 2008 · Anheuser-Busch has sued InBev, calling the Belgian brewer's plan to takeover the iconic U.S. brewer "illegal." Matt Sepic, of member station KWMU in St. Louis, says the suit seeks to bar InBev from soliciting support from Anheuser-Busch shareholders.
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Jun 4th, 2008 · People inside Anheuser-Busch say a takeover of the St. Louis brewer by Belgium's In Bev is likely — though the company is still not commenting. Talk of the company's takeover has people in St. Louis on edge. The brewer is part of the city's identity, and not just as a major employer.
Jan 22nd, 2008 · The nation's beer giant will once again grab the most Super Bowl ad time. Anheuser-Busch will reportedly spend $16 million for four minutes. Its seven ads will feature comedians Will Ferrell and Carlos Mencia as well as the Clydesdales.