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Is Warren Buffett Becoming A Beer Baron? Berkshire Hathaway Invests $1.2 Billion In Beer Conglomerate That Imports Modelo and Corona


Published on 2025-03-02 06:41:05 - MSN
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  • Warren Buffett is famous for backing strong consumer stocks like Coca-Cola (NYSE KO), but his latest investment indicates he may be on the verge of becoming a beer baron. Public filings show Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE BRK.

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has made a significant investment in the beer industry by purchasing $1.2 billion worth of bonds from Constellation Brands, the company behind popular beers like Modelo and Corona. This move has sparked speculation about Buffett potentially becoming a "beer baron," especially since Constellation Brands is a major player in the U.S. beer market, particularly after acquiring the U.S. rights to Grupo Modelo's brands. The investment comes in the form of 10-year bonds with a 3.15% interest rate, indicating a long-term commitment to the beverage sector. This investment aligns with Buffett's strategy of investing in well-established companies with strong market positions, although it's not his first venture into alcohol, as Berkshire Hathaway also has a stake in Diageo, a spirits company.

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