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News for Heineken N.V. (HEINY) centers on its activities as what it calls the world's pioneering beer company and the world's most international brewer. Official releases highlight developments around its premium and non-alcoholic beer and cider brands, led by the Heineken® and Heineken® 0.0 labels, as well as updates on its global footprint of breweries, malteries, cider plants and other production facilities in more than 70 countries.
Investors and followers of HEINY can expect capital markets news, including detailed reports on the progress of the company’s share buyback programme. These updates specify the number of shares repurchased on exchange and from Heineken Holding N.V., the consideration paid, and references to the regulatory framework under the EU Market Abuse Regulation and related delegated regulations.
Heineken’s news flow also features corporate and leadership announcements, such as the decision of its CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board to step down on a specified date and to support the transition in an advisory capacity. These communications often link leadership developments to the company’s EverGreen strategy and its long-term ambitions.
In addition, HEINEKEN regularly publishes brand and marketing stories, including initiatives like the "Could have been a Heineken" WhatsApp bot piloted in Brazil, which encourages in-person socializing, and collaborations such as the Heineken® 0.0 x LÕK padel racket. Such news illustrates how the group promotes sociability and real-life connections around its beverages. For an ongoing view of these strategic, financial and brand-related updates, readers can follow the HEINY news stream over time.
Heineken reveals fascinating insights about football fan superstitions through a new global survey, launching their "Cheers to the Superstitious Fans" campaign ahead of the UEFA Champions League and Women's Champions League Final.
The survey shows that 50% of fans follow specific matchday rituals, with 46% believing these rituals affect game outcomes. Notable findings include:
- 67% of Gen Z and Millennial fans have pre-match rituals
- 26% of fans over 55 follow superstitions
- Brazil leads with 60% of fans claiming matchday superstitions
Top fan rituals include wearing the same shirt (25%), sitting in the same spot (22%), drinking the same beer (19%), and using lucky items (20%). Brand ambassadors Jill Scott and Virgil van Dijk are partnering with Heineken to celebrate these fan traditions, continuing the brand's 30-year UEFA Champions League sponsorship legacy.
Heineken N.V. (HEINY) has reported progress on its €1.5 billion share buyback programme, specifically detailing the first €750 million tranche announced on February 12, 2025. From April 21-25, 2025, the company repurchased 41,891 shares at an average price of €77.79 on the exchange, along with 28,004 shares from Heineken Holding N.V.
As of April 25, 2025, the total shares repurchased under the programme reached 1,294,600, representing a total consideration of €100,075,768. The company provides weekly updates on the buyback progress through its website every Monday.
Heineken launched a new campaign called #SocialOffSocials with an exclusive event in New York City featuring Joe Jonas and various influencers to address digital overload. The campaign responds to research showing 52% of adults feel overwhelmed by social media pressure.
The event at Bleecker Street Bar featured Jonas and Dude With Sign (Seth Phillips), who have over 35 million followers combined, posing in Instagram reel-styled windows to promote real-life connections. Jonas debuted his new track 'Heart by Heart' exclusively at the event before its digital release.
A global study of 17,000 adults revealed people spend approximately 5 hours and 48 minutes daily on their devices, equivalent to 88 days annually. The research also found that 59% of people increased their phone time in the past year, while in-person socializing has decreased by 35% over 24 years. Notably, 79% of respondents agreed they look at their phones less when socializing in person.
Heineken (HEINY) launched a new campaign called #SocialOffSocials with a star-studded event in New York City featuring Joe Jonas and various influencers, addressing digital overload concerns. The campaign responds to research showing 52% of adults feel overwhelmed by social media pressure.
At the Bleecker Street Bar event, Jonas debuted his new track 'Heart by Heart' offline before its digital release, joined by celebrities including Dude With Sign (Seth Phillips), combining over 35 million followers. The campaign highlights concerning statistics: people spend approximately 5 hours and 48 minutes daily on devices, while in-person socializing has decreased by 35% over 24 years.
Heineken's global study of 17,000 adults revealed that 47% describe themselves as 'always online,' with 79% noting they look at phones less when socializing in person. The campaign aims to encourage real-life connections over digital engagement, featuring creators paradoxically promoting offline interactions.
Heineken N.V. (EURONEXT: HEIA; OTCQX: HEINY) has successfully placed €900 million of 7.5-year Notes with a 3.276% coupon. The Notes, set to mature on October 29, 2032, will be listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange under the company's Euro Medium Term Note Programme.
The proceeds will be utilized for general corporate purposes, including debt repayments. ABN Amro, Barclays, HSBC, ING, and Santander served as active book runners for the placement.
Heineken, as the world's most international brewer, operates breweries, malteries, cider plants, and other production facilities in over 70 countries. The company manages a portfolio of more than 340 international, regional, local, and specialty beers and ciders, with the Heineken® brand leading their offerings.
Heineken N.V. (HEINY) has reported progress on its €1.5 billion share buyback programme, specifically detailing the first €750 million tranche announced on February 12, 2025. From April 14-18, 2025, the company repurchased:
- 42,011 shares on exchange at an average price of €75.85
- 56,247 shares from Heineken Holding N.V.
As of April 18, 2025, the total shares repurchased under the programme reached 1,224,705, representing a total consideration of €94,635,164. The company provides weekly updates on the buyback progress through its website every Monday.
Heineken N.V. (HEINY) announced that its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders has approved all proposed agenda items on April 17, 2025. Key resolutions include:
- Re-appointment of Harold van den Broek to the Executive Board for four years until 2029
- Approval of EUR 1.86 per share dividend for 2024, with final dividend of EUR 1.17 payable on May 2, 2025
- Re-appointment of Nitin Paranjpe to Supervisory Board
- Appointment of Alexander de Carvalho as Supervisory Board member
- Re-appointment of KPMG as external auditor for financial reporting (2026) and sustainability reporting (2025-2026)
Shares will trade ex-dividend on April 23, 2025. Complete voting results will be available on the company website by April 18, 2025.
Heineken N.V. (HEINY) reported its Q1 2025 trading update, showing mixed results with revenue declining 4.9% to €7,784 million, while net revenue grew organically by 0.9%. The company experienced a 2.1% organic decrease in beer volume, though premium beer volume grew by 1.8% and Heineken® brand volume increased by 4.6%.
Strong performance was noted in Vietnam, India, and Ethiopia, with positive brand portfolio development in Brazil and China. The company remains on track to achieve its €0.4 billion gross savings target for 2025 and maintains its full-year outlook, expecting organic operating profit (beia) growth of 4% to 8%.
Heineken N.V. (HEINY) has announced the appointment of Guillaume Duverdier as Regional President Africa Middle East (AME) and member of the HEINEKEN Executive Team, effective July 1, 2025. Duverdier, currently Managing Director of HEINEKEN México, will succeed Roland Pirmez, who is retiring after 29 years with the company.
Duverdier brings 25 years of experience with HEINEKEN, having served as Managing Director across multiple markets including Tunisia, Egypt, Poland, Spain, and Mexico. In his current role at HEINEKEN México since 2022, he has driven significant financial growth, expanded the Six retail chain to 17,000 stores, and launched the company's first Meoqui Can Factory.
Pirmez's tenure as AME Regional President saw the strategic acquisition of Distell and Namibia Breweries , creating Heineken Beverages in Southern Africa, and the establishment of the first major Gulf brewery through the Sirocco Joint Venture. Under his leadership, the region achieved consistent market share gains and improved customer satisfaction through digital initiatives.
Heineken N.V. (HEINY) has reported progress on its current share buyback programme, detailing transactions from April 7-11, 2025. The company repurchased 73,214 shares on exchange at an average price of €72.57, along with 72,990 shares from Heineken Holding N.V.
As of April 11, 2025, the total shares repurchased under the programme reached 1,126,447, representing a total consideration of €86,533,929. This is part of the first €750 million tranche of Heineken's larger €1.5 billion share buyback programme announced on February 12, 2025.
The company provides weekly updates on the buyback programme's progress every Monday through its website. Heineken maintains its position as the world's most international brewer, with operations in over 70 countries and a portfolio exceeding 340 beer and cider brands.