AB InBev to invest US$15M in St. Louis brewery to strengthen U.S. operations 

USA – Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) has unveiled plans to invest US$15 million in its St. Louis, Missouri brewery, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening U.S. manufacturing and creating jobs.  

The move is part of the brewer’s broader US$300 million investment program designed to expand its U.S. operations this year. 

The new funding will focus on improving supply chain infrastructure, particularly transporting domestically sourced ingredients to the St. Louis facility.  

This investment aligns with calls to support local production, a move that has drawn comparisons to former President Donald Trump’s “Made in America” initiative. 

“This US$300 million investment is more than a commitment to manufacturing in America – it’s a commitment to America’s future,” said Jay Timmons, president and CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers, in support of the program. 

In addition to brewery upgrades, AB InBev will expand access to its on-site training facility, offering opportunities for local trade schools and community groups. The initiative aims to support workforce development and nurture the next generation of manufacturing talent. 

“Our latest investment in St. Louis is about more than just creating the highest-quality American-made products – it’s also about creating opportunity, driving innovation and building a stronger future for American workers, veterans and the entire U.S. manufacturing industry,” said Brendan Whitworth, CEO of Anheuser-Busch. 

The St. Louis facility is one of 12 breweries operated by Anheuser-Busch across the United States. This latest investment adds to a series of capital improvements announced this year.  

These include a US$9 million upgrade at its Baldwinsville, New York brewery earlier this month, a US$17 million investment in Houston in June, a US$4.2 million spend in Williamsburg, Virginia in March, and a US$16 million expansion in Los Angeles earlier this year. 

The investment push comes as AB InBev works to stabilize performance following volume declines. In July, the company reported a 1.9% drop in global sales volumes for the second quarter, including a 9% decline in Brazil and a 7.4% fall in China.  

In the U.S., sales to retailers fell 3.5% in the first half of the year. Executives have stated that investments will continue to prioritize “megabrands” with the largest market presence. 

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