Divestitures Likely in AB InBev Modelo Deal
Anheuser-Busch InBev could command more than half the U.S. market if it wins control of Mexico's Grupo Modelo SAB, likely drawing antitrust scrutiny that could complicate any deal and potentially force divestments. The companies confirmed in separate statements that "there have been discussions'' between the two companies "regarding a possible transaction to expand its current relationship.'' Those discussions "may or may not lead to a transaction and any speculation on terms and conditions is therefore premature,'' they added.
