AB InBev names Dirk Van de Put board chairman

Anheuser-Busch InBev has appointed Dirk Van de Put, an independent director since April 2023, as its new Chairman of the Board, effective 16 June 2026.

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Anheuser-Busch InBev has appointed Dirk Van de Put, an independent director since April 2023, as its new Chairman of the Board, effective 16 June 2026. He succeeds Martin J. Barrington, who retired from the Board at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.

Van de Put is Chairman and CEO of Mondelēz International and has more than 30 years of experience across global food, beverage, and consumer packaged goods companies. AB InBev highlights his international background and commercial expertise as it pursues its long-term strategy. The company reported 2025 revenue of 59.3 billion USD and operates a portfolio of well over 400 beer brands supported by approximately 137,000 colleagues worldwide.

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Corporate governance analyst

AB InBev installs a new independent Chairman with deep consumer-goods experience.

AB InBev’s Board unanimously chose Dirk Van de Put, an independent director since April 2023, as Chairman effective 16 June 2026. He replaces Martin J. Barrington, who retired at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting, signaling a planned leadership transition at the board level.

Van de Put brings over 30 years in consumer-packaged goods and serves as Chairman and CEO of Mondelēz International. His background includes senior roles at McCain Foods, Novartis, Danone, Coca Cola, and Mars, spanning emerging and developed markets. This fits AB InBev’s global scale and multi-continent operations.

Both the CEO and Van de Put publicly endorse the existing strategy and ten-year plan, suggesting continuity rather than a strategic overhaul. Future company communications and results will show how his governance approach influences board oversight and execution of AB InBev’s long-term objectives.

Key Figures

2025 revenue: 59.3 billion USD Beer brands: Well over 400 brands Employees: Approximately 137,000 colleagues +4 more

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2025 revenue 59.3 billion USD Reported revenue for 2025, excluding JVs and associates

Beer brands Well over 400 brands Size of AB InBev’s global beer brand portfolio

Employees Approximately 137,000 colleagues Global workforce across more than 40 countries

Board tenure pre-appointment Since April 2023 Dirk Van de Put serving as independent director before becoming Chairman

Mondelēz CEO tenure Since 2017 Dirk Van de Put as Chairman and CEO of Mondelēz International

Industry experience More than 30 years Van de Put’s experience in consumer-packaged goods industries

Brewing heritage More than 600 years AB InBev’s historical brewing roots across multiple regions

Key Terms

Chairman of the Board of Directors, independent director, American Depositary Receipts, Annual Shareholders’ Meeting, +1 more

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Chairman of the Board of Directors financial

"regarding the appointment of Dirk Van de Put as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of AB InBev"

independent director financial

"the Company’s Board has unanimously selected Dirk Van de Put, Independent Director since April 2023, as its new Chairman"

An independent director is a member of a company's board of directors who is not involved in the company's day-to-day operations and has no significant relationships with the company that could influence their judgment. Their role is to provide unbiased oversight and ensure the company is managed in the best interests of all shareholders. This helps build trust and confidence among investors by promoting transparency and accountability.

American Depositary Receipts financial

"with American Depositary Receipts on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUD)"

A certificate traded on U.S. markets that represents ownership of shares in a foreign company, letting U.S. investors buy and sell that company as if it were listed domestically. Think of it as a local voucher for a foreign product: it makes price quotes in dollars, trades on familiar exchanges, and brings differences in liquidity, fees and legal protections that can affect returns and risk compared with buying the underlying foreign shares directly.

Annual Shareholders’ Meeting financial

"who retired from his position on the Company’s Board of Directors at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting"

A company's annual shareholders’ meeting is a yearly gathering where owners of the company review performance, vote on key decisions (like electing the board or approving executive pay), and ask management questions. Investors care because it’s the main forum to influence how the company is run and to get direct updates—think of it as a town hall where owners judge leaders and set the rules that affect the value of their investment.

responsible drinking other

"Beer is the drink for moderation, and for over a century, AB InBev has championed responsible drinking."

FAQ

Who is the new Chairman of AB InBev (BUD) and when does he take office?

AB InBev’s Board unanimously selected Dirk Van de Put as its new Chairman, effective 16 June 2026. He has served as an independent director since April 2023 and also leads Mondelēz International as Chairman and CEO.

Who did Dirk Van de Put replace as Chairman of AB InBev (BUD)?

Dirk Van de Put succeeds Martin J. Barrington as Chairman of AB InBev’s Board. Barrington retired from his position on the Board of Directors at the Company’s Annual Shareholders’ Meeting, making way for the new leadership at the board level.

What is Dirk Van de Put’s professional background before becoming AB InBev Chairman?

Dirk Van de Put is Chairman and CEO of Mondelēz International and has over 30 years’ experience in consumer-packaged goods. He previously held senior roles at McCain Foods, Novartis, Danone, Coca Cola, and Mars, with broad expertise in both emerging and developed markets.

Does AB InBev’s new Chairman support the company’s current strategy?

Yes. Dirk Van de Put states he is supportive of AB InBev’s strategy and ten-year plan. He notes being impressed by the company’s management team, led by CEO Michel Doukeris, and expresses enthusiasm for helping shape the next chapter of the brewer’s growth.

How large is AB InBev’s business and brand portfolio as of 2025?

AB InBev reported 59.3 billion USD in revenue for 2025, excluding joint ventures and associates. The company owns well over 400 beer brands, including Budweiser, Corona, and Stella Artois, and employs approximately 137,000 colleagues across more than 40 countries.

On which stock exchanges are AB InBev (BUD) shares traded?

AB InBev is based in Leuven and listed on Euronext Brussels (ABI), with secondary listings in Mexico (MEXBOL: ANB) and South Africa (JSE: ANH). It also has American Depositary Receipts trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BUD.

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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 June, 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 16 June 2026 regarding the appointment of Dirk Van de Put as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of AB InBev.

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: June 16, 2026				By:		/s/ Jan Vandermeersch
						Name: Jan Vandermeersch Title:  Global Legal Director Corporate

Exhibit 99.1 

AB InBev Announces the Appointment of

Dirk Van de Put as its New Chairman

16 June 2026 – LEUVEN, BELGIUM: Today, AB InBev (Euronext: ABI) (NYSE: BUD) (MEXBOL: ANB) (JSE: ANH) announced that the Company’s Board has unanimously selected Dirk Van de Put, Independent Director since April 2023, as its new Chairman, effective 16 June 2026. Mr. Van de Put succeeds Martin J. Barrington who retired from his position on the Company’s Board of Directors at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.

AB InBev CEO Michel Doukeris welcomed Mr. Van de Put to the new role, commenting, “We are delighted to have Mr. Van de Put as our new Chairman. He brings a wealth of expertise and a distinguished record of leadership that will be invaluable as we continue to grow and create a future with more cheers.”

“I’m honored to be selected as the Company’s next Chairman,” said Mr. Van de Put. “Having spent the past three years on the AB InBev Board, I am supportive of the Company’s strategy and ten-year plan. I have been impressed by the company’s talented management team, led by CEO Michel Doukeris, and I look forward to helping AB InBev write the next chapter in brewing history.”

Mr. Van de Put, a Belgian and U.S. national, is a proven leader in the food, beverage, and consumer packaged goods industries. He currently serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Mondelēz International, a position he has held since 2017. Mr. Van de Put is an expert in commercial operations in both emerging and developed markets, with broad experience spanning more than 30 years in consumer-packaged goods. He brings a global perspective, having lived and worked on three different continents and is fluent in English, Dutch, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. Prior to Mondelēz, he served as President and CEO of McCain Foods and previously held senior leadership positions at Novartis, Danone, Coca Cola and Mars Inc.

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AB 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

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).

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