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Why Investors Should Buy Molson Coors

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

“Long-term investors (have) a unique opportunity to purchase a high-quality consumer franchise operating in a none-cyclical industry at an attractive free cash flow yield,” says Matt Franz, writing on SeekingAlpha.com.

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Shiner Beer Donates $100,000 to Fire Relief

Posted on November 3, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Texas, craft brewer of Shiner Bock, donated $100,000 to several non-profit organizations to support relief efforts in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, a Category 5 hurricane that struck Puerto Rico on Sept. 20, 2017, and caused

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Molson Coors Sales Slip 2.1%, Net Falls 12.1%

Posted on November 3, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

But worldwide volume rose 0.6% to 25.5 million hectoliters, thanks to strong growth in Europe and international, the company said.  Global priority brand volume rose 2.4%.  But sales in the U.S. and Canada were hurt by lower wholesaler inventories, contract … Continue reading →

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Miller Lite Beats Bud Light’s in St. Louis Taste Test

Posted on November 3, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Some 76% of St. Louisans chose Miller Lite instead of Bud Light in a blind taste test, MillerCoors said. The test was conducted September 7-9, 2017, and involved more than 360 St. Louisans. One participant said he was surprised he

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America’s Most Popular Type of Beer Is in Free Fall

Posted on November 3, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The big three U.S. light-lager brands—Bud Light, Coors Light and Miller Lite—are all losing volume as consumers shift to craft and Mexican import beers as well as to wine and spirits.  Nothing new here; we’ve been reporting this for months.  … Continue reading →

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Why Brewers Should Thank Martin Luther

Posted on November 3, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Every hip craft brewery today peddling expensive hoppy beers owes a debt of gratitude to Luther and his followers for promoting the use of hops as an act of rebellion against the Catholic Church. But why did Protestants decide to … Continue reading →

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