Boston Beer Co Inc (SAM) Earnings: An Early Look

In Boston Beer’s report, look for hints as to how the company will respond to potential consolidation in the industry. Although Anheuser’s proposed buyout of Grupo Modelo raised antitrust concerns, a new proposal to sell a Mexican brewery as well as U.S. rights to Corona and other Grupo Modelo brands to Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE:STZ) may be enough to get the deal through. With a reputation for quality, Boston Beer has to walk a fine line between being big enough to be relevant while not losing its cachet as a true craft brewer.

The article Boston Beer Earnings: An Early Look originally appeared on Fool.com and is written by Dan Caplinger.

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