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Heineken cuts jobs and merges units amid European beer sales slump

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Heineken is implementing a cost-cutting strategy to address declining beer consumption in Europe, which has fallen significantly since 2019. Factors contributing to this slump include sober-curious Gen Z consumers, the popularity of weight-loss drugs, and rising inflation that has necessitated price increases for consumers. The company plans to cut up to 6,000 jobs globally, with a substantial portion expected in Europe, and is merging country businesses to create leaner operating units. Heineken is also focusing on growing its non-alcoholic beer offerings to retain consumers who are moderating their alcohol intake. AI

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Heineken cuts jobs and merges units amid European beer sales slump

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Sam Birchall ·

    Europeans are drinking less beer. Heineken’s Europe boss has a plan to avoid a brewing hangover

    As Heineken battles falling beer sales, its European president is hoping that cost cuts, a restructure, and a push into alcohol-free beer can help slow the decline.

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