Thai beer bid shakes up rivals

[T-UK]

Asia's fast-growing beer market is facing a shake up after ThaiBev, Thailand's biggest brewer, offers to buy stakes in two breweries.

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[Wolfy]

Just like the big boys InBev over here that have ruined the likes of Stella (brewed in England, not the same as the proper stuff) and Tiger (brewed in Scotland).

[fish]

I've just come back from the cash & carry and they had cases of Tiger on offer but I see it's only 4.5% now,so bought Singha and Chang.

[colin244]

ThaiBev is also behind Archa your favourite Wolfy and the ones whose noses are put out are Heineken. Following the article I spent my luchtime today doing research on this company and finally found out why Carlsberg mats/ashtrays/Umbrellas are all over the place in LOS but it's hardly sold anywhere (if at all) which would also explain why Heineken is the dominant farang beer in LOS.

Answer for those interested is Carlsberg and the original Thai brewery had a joint venture which resulted in Chang which also explains why some Carlsberg sold in Scandinavia is known as Carlsberg elephant beer as is some Tuborg brands.

As for my favourite the avatar speaks for itself

colin 244

[Tribal Fusion]

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/n...eer-maker.html

[colin244]

Looks like its war and expect another offer from Charoen

colin 244

[Tribal Fusion]

It'z gonna be the Dutch for sure!

[colin244]

Would not count on it Tribal as in SE Asia they have the smallest share of the market and are worried about losing their foothold so yes they will try to outbid ThaiBev but there are other "lurkers" in this market i.e. what do kirin do sell to the highest or hold out?

Actually quite an interesting one this and what are Boon Rawd thinking about it?

colin 244

[brian99]

It's all absolute rubbish compared to the variety and quality you get in the UK where you can get so many real beers, as opposed to a few much the same crappy lagers. What a joy to go round Tescos or Morrisons back home, spoilt for choice and price. I always go for the ciders the wine when back home, as well as the beer! Can get great discounted wine in Morrisons for a fiver, you lucky devils. Beer is expensive in pubs though, I needed a drink just to get over the prices! not surprised so many are closing. Also the whisky here is second rate, they think JW black label is the good stuff and nobody seems to have heard of single malt.

[colin244]

Looks like Heinekin have won subject to shareholders approval as the board have recommended their bid over ThaiBev so you were right Tribal

colin 244

[T-UK]

Heineken's bid to take control of the maker of Tiger Beer takes a surprise twist after a Thai firm offers to buy a stake in the brewer.

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[colin244]

Yep, Charoen wants it whatever the cost which considering the market share I understand and Heinekins feeble comment we are better won't help as selling shareholders will go for the highest price i.e. Kirin fascinating stuff eh!

Next move Heinekin and probably down to who has the deepest pockets

colin 244

[Tribal Fusion]

Deepest pockets, Heineken, Dutch for sure. And I'm drinking their product now

[colin244]

And I'm drinking their product now

Interesting stuff Tribal and I'm drinking one of Charoen's now so we shall see how much Heinekin want it or indeed anyone else but at USD55 a share it's big bucks involved here

colin 244

[Tribal Fusion]

Another move by Heineken...

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/n...eer-maker.html

[colin244]

Interesting stuff especially if you hold shares and Heinekin said a done deal before so who knows the next move meanwhile the world is oblivious to all this

colin 244

[T-UK]

ThaiBev and its partner TCC Assets make a takeover bid for Fraser & Neave, the parent of Tiger Beer maker, Asia Pacific Breweries.

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[colin244]

He really wants it doesn't he either that or he is so bored with all that money he wants to be in the news

colin 244

[T-UK]

Dutch brewer Heineken ends the stand-off over control of the maker of Tiger beer, by garnering the support of a Thai billionaire.

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[colin244]

So after all that they come to an agreement.

colin 244