AB InBev (NYSE: BUD) chairman Barrington to retire after April 2026 meeting

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Anheuser-Busch InBev is announcing that longstanding Chairman Martin J. Barrington will retire from the Board after the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on 29 April 2026. He has served as a director since 2016 and as Chairman since 2019, extending his tenure beyond the normal retirement age of 70 at the Board’s request.

To fill the Restricted Share Director seat, Restricted Shareholders have proposed William F. Gifford, Jr., the retiring CEO of Altria Group and a former AB InBev director, subject to shareholder approval at the same meeting. A new Chairman will be selected in due course with input from the refreshed Board. AB InBev highlights its global scale, noting 2025 reported revenue of 59.3 billion USD and a portfolio of more than 400 beer brands.

Insights

Corporate governance analyst

Orderly chairman transition aligned with age-based governance policy.

AB InBev is communicating a planned leadership change: Chairman Martin J. Barrington will retire after the 29 April 2026 shareholders’ meeting, in line with a governance charter that sets retirement at age 70, though he had already extended his service at the Board’s request.

The Board intends to keep continuity in the Restricted Share Director seat by proposing William F. Gifford, Jr., a retiring CEO of Altria and former AB InBev director, subject to shareholder approval. This suggests the company is favoring experienced industry oversight rather than a radical governance shift.

The timing of appointing a new Chairman is left open, with the company indicating this will occur "in due course" after input from new directors. Future disclosures around the post‑meeting Board composition and the chosen Chair will clarify how this transition shapes long-term strategic oversight.

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of March, 2026

Commission File No.: 001-37911

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

Brouwerijplein 1

3000 Leuven, Belgium

(Address of principal executive offices)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F:

Form 20-F ☒   Form 40-F ☐

THIS REPORT ON FORM 6-K SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE IN THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM F-3 (FILE NO. 333-277873) AND EACH OF THE REGISTRATION STATEMENTS ON FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-268582), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-250930), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-237367), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-231556), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-227335), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-172069), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-171231), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-169272), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-165566), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-165065), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-178664), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-188517), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-192806), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-201386), FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-208634) AND FORM S-8 (FILE NO. 333-221808) OF ANHEUSER-BUSCH INBEV SA/NV AND TO BE A PART THEREOF FROM THE DATE ON WHICH THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED, TO THE EXTENT NOT SUPERSEDED BY DOCUMENTS OR REPORTS SUBSEQUENTLY FILED OR FURNISHED.

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Number		Description
99.1		Press release issued 27 March 2026 regarding the retirement of Mr. Martin J. Barrington as Chairman of AB InBev’s Board of Directors.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

				ANHEUSER-BUSCH INBEV SA/NV (Registrant)
Dated: March 27, 2026				By:		/s/ Jan Vandermeersch
						Name: Jan Vandermeersch Title: Global Legal Director Corporate

Exhibit 99.1

Brussels – 27 March 2026 – 7:00 am CET

AB InBev Announces the Retirement of Longstanding Chairman Martin J. Barrington

Martin J. Barrington, Chairman of the Board of Directors for the past Seven Years, To Retire After More Than Nine Years of Board Service

27 March 2026 – Today, Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (“AB InBev”) (Euronext: ABI) (NYSE: BUD) (MEXBOL: ANB) (JSE: ANH) announced that Board Chairman Martin J. Barrington will be retiring from his position on the Company’s Board of Directors following the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on 29 April 2026.

Mr. Barrington has served on the Board since 2016 and as Chairman since 2019. He is retiring in line with the Company’s Corporate Governance Charter provision respecting retirement at age 70.

At the Board’s request, Mr. Barrington extended his tenure as Chairman for two additional terms beyond the cut-off age to help steer the Board and set the company up for future success.

“It has been a pleasure to serve on and lead the AB InBev Board, working alongside such strong and passionate leaders,” said Mr. Barrington. “The company is well positioned to lead and grow the beer category and deliver long-term value to its shareholders. It’s been a privilege to work with CEO Michel Doukeris and his team as they continue to lead and shape this wonderful company.”

To fill the Restricted Share Director seat left by Mr. Barrington’s retirement, the Restricted Shareholders have proposed Mr. William F. Gifford, Jr., who has previously been an AB InBev director and is the retiring CEO of Altria Group, Inc., subject to shareholder approval at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on 29 April 2026. A new Chairman will be seated in due course with the input from the new Directors following the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.

The convening notice for the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting of 29 April 2026 has been published today and is available on AB InBev’s website (www.ab-inbev.com).

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About AB InBev

Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) is a publicly traded company (Euronext: ABI) based in Leuven, Belgium, with secondary listings on the Mexico (MEXBOL: ANB) and South Africa (JSE: ANH) stock exchanges and with American Depositary Receipts on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUD). As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients. Beer is the drink for moderation, and for over a century, AB InBev has championed responsible drinking. We are committed to providing our consumers with balanced choices to enjoy on any occasion. We also invest in marketing that aims to reinforce positive behaviors, and we work with communities, customers, and partners to promote responsible consumption through evidence-based initiatives.

Our diverse portfolio of well over 400 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser^®, Corona^®, Stella Artois^® and Michelob Ultra^®; multi-country brands Beck’s^®, Hoegaarden^® and Leffe^®; and local champions such as Aguila^®, Antarctica^®, Bud Light^®, Brahma^®, Cass^®, Castle^®, Castle Lite^®, Cristal^®, Harbin^®, Jupiler^®, Modelo Especial^®, Quilmes^®, Victoria^®, Sedrin^®, and Skol^®. Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil. Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 137 000 colleagues based in more than 40 countries worldwide. For 2025, AB InBev’s reported revenue was 59.3 billion USD (excluding JVs and associates).

Anheuser-Busch InBev Contacts

Investors		Media
Shaun Fullalove		Media Relations
E-mail: shaun.fullalove@ab-inbev.com		E-mail: Media.Relations@ab-inbev.com
Ekaterina Baillie
E-mail: ekaterina.baillie@ab-inbev.com
Patrick Ryan
E-mail: patrick.ryan@ab-inbev.com

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FAQ

What leadership change did AB InBev (BUD) announce in this 6-K?

AB InBev announced that Chairman Martin J. Barrington will retire from the Board after the 29 April 2026 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting. He has served as a director since 2016 and as Chairman since 2019, extending his tenure beyond the normal retirement age at the Board’s request.

Why is Martin J. Barrington retiring from AB InBev’s Board of Directors?

Martin J. Barrington is retiring in line with AB InBev’s Corporate Governance Charter, which sets a retirement age of 70. The company noted he had already extended his service for two additional terms past that cut-off to help guide the Board and support long-term positioning.

Who has been proposed to replace Martin J. Barrington as Restricted Share Director at AB InBev (BUD)?

The Restricted Shareholders have proposed William F. Gifford, Jr., retiring CEO of Altria Group and a former AB InBev director, to fill the Restricted Share Director seat. His appointment is subject to shareholder approval at the 29 April 2026 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.

Has AB InBev named a new Chairman to succeed Martin J. Barrington?

AB InBev has not yet named a new Chairman. The company stated that a new Chair will be seated "in due course" with input from the new directors following the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on 29 April 2026, indicating the decision will follow the Board’s refresh.

What was AB InBev’s reported revenue for 2025 mentioned in this filing?

AB InBev reported 2025 revenue of 59.3 billion USD, excluding joint ventures and associates. This figure underscores the company’s global scale, supported by a diverse portfolio of more than 400 beer brands across developed and developing markets worldwide.

Where can investors find details about AB InBev’s 29 April 2026 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting?

The convening notice for the 29 April 2026 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting has been published on AB InBev’s website. Investors can access it at www.ab-inbev.com for information on agenda items, proposed directors, and governance matters up for shareholder approval.

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