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Food & Beverage

Who Owns Leffe?

Leffe is owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev), the world's largest brewing company, headquartered in Leuven, Belgium. Leffe has been part of the Interbrew/InBev/AB InBev corporate lineage since the 1970s. AB InBev reported full year 2025 revenue of $59.32 billion and trades on NYSE under BUD and Euronext Brussels under ABI. Leffe is brewed at the Stella Artois brewery in Leuven and is available in more than 60 countries.

Parent Company

Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Founded

1240

Status

Publicly Traded

Headquarters

Leuven, Belgium

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Who Owns Leffe?

  • Parent Company: Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV
  • Ownership Type: Wholly owned
  • Company Type: Publicly Traded
  • Stock Ticker: NYSE: BUD
BrandParent CompanyOwnership Type
LeffeAnheuser-Busch InBev SA/NVWholly owned

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History of Leffe

  • Founded: 1240
  • Founders: Premonstratensian canons of Notre-Dame de Leffe

The Abbey of Notre-Dame de Leffe was founded in 1152 by Premonstratensian (Norbertine) canons on the river Meuse in the province of Namur, southern Belgium. The canons began brewing beer around 1240, providing a safe, healthy drink for guests and pilgrims during an era when waterborne epidemics made drinking water unsafe. The brewing process boiled water, killing microbes and making beer a safer alternative.

The abbey's brewery survived numerous challenges over the centuries. The Meuse River flooded the brewery in 1460, and a fire damaged the abbey six years later. By the 17th century, the brewery prospered and was enlarged and renovated. In 1796, the abbey was declared property of the state during the French Revolution, and brewing continued in limited capacity until 1809 when it was closed. During World War I, the original brew kettles were melted down for ammunition.

The modern Leffe brand was created in 1952 when Father Abbot Nys collaborated with brewer Albert Lootvoet to revive the Leffe brewing tradition, starting with a brown ale. Lootvoet's brewery was located in Overijse, Belgium. Interbrew (now AB InBev) later purchased the Lootvoet operation and incorporated Leffe into its growing portfolio of Belgian beer brands in the 1970s.

Leffe was initially brewed in Mont-Saint-Guibert until Interbrew closed that brewery. Production was then moved to the Stella Artois brewery in Leuven, where Leffe is currently brewed. AB InBev maintains a small museum opposite the abbey that can be toured from April to October.

In 2023, AB InBev lowered the ABV of UK-brewed Leffe from 6.6% to 6% to "better suit" UK drinkers. UK-brewed Leffe is now produced at AB InBev's breweries in Lancashire and south Wales, while the original Belgian-brewed Leffe continues to be produced at the Stella Artois brewery in Leuven.

About Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

What does AB InBev own?
AB InBev owns more than 500 beer brands sold across approximately 50 countries. Its three global flagship brands are Budweiser, Stella Artois, and Corona. Other major brands include Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Beck's, Leffe, Hoegaarden, Brahma, Skol, Harbin, and Goose Island. The company also holds a majority stake in Ambev, the separately listed Latin American brewing subsidiary.

Is AB InBev publicly traded?
Yes, AB InBev is publicly traded on Euronext Brussels under the ticker symbol ABI and on the New York Stock Exchange under BUD. The company also holds secondary listings on the Mexico Stock Exchange (ANB) and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (ANH).

Who founded AB InBev?
AB InBev was formed in 2008 through the merger of InBev and Anheuser-Busch. InBev itself was formed in 2004 through the merger of Belgian brewer Interbrew and Brazilian brewer AmBev. The founding families of the Belgian Interbrew group and the Brazilian investors associated with 3G Capital, including Jorge Paulo Lemann, Marcel Telles, and Carlos Alberto Sicupira, are the principal architects of the company's current form.

Where is AB InBev headquartered?
AB InBev is headquartered in Leuven, Belgium, where the Belgian predecessor Interbrew was based. The company maintains major operational centers in New York, Sao Paulo, and other cities globally.

How many brands does AB InBev own?
AB InBev owns more than 500 beer brands globally, ranging from global flagships like Budweiser and Stella Artois to local champions that hold dominant positions in specific national markets.

Who owns AB InBev?
AB InBev is publicly traded, but the founding shareholder group, including the Belgian families associated with the original Interbrew and the Brazilian investors associated with 3G Capital, holds approximately 50% of voting rights through Stichting Anheuser-Busch InBev, a Dutch foundation. This gives the founding group effective control of strategic decisions despite the company's public listing.

What is AB InBev's revenue?
AB InBev reported full year 2025 revenue of $59.32 billion with normalized EBITDA of $21.22 billion and underlying EPS of $3.73. In Q2 2026, the company reported organic revenue growth of 5.6% with reported revenue of $16.66 billion and underlying EPS of $1.21, up 23.4% year over year.

Does AB InBev own Corona in the United States?
No. In the United States, the rights to Corona and several other Mexican beer brands are held by Constellation Brands under a perpetual license agreement that predates the SABMiller acquisition. AB InBev owns Corona rights in all other markets globally. This arrangement was a condition of U.S. antitrust approval for the 2016 SABMiller deal.

  • Founded: 2008
  • Headquarters: Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Belgium
  • Company Type: Publicly Traded
  • Stock: NYSE: BUD
  • Revenue: $59.3B (FY2025)
  • Employees: ~150,000

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Where Is Leffe Made / Based?

  • Headquarters: Leuven, Belgium
  • Manufacturing / Operations: Belgium, United Kingdom

Leffe Categories & Tags

BeerBelgian BeerAbbey AleAlcoholic BeverageAbinbevBelgian Brand

Brands Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Anheuser-BuschFood Beverage

Anheuser-Busch

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

American brewing company and subsidiary of AB InBev, producing Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA, and other beer brands in the United States.

brewingbeerunited-states
Beck'sFood Beverage

Beck's

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

German pilsner beer founded in Bremen in 1873, now owned by AB InBev and sold in more than 80 countries worldwide.

beerpilsnergerman-beer
BrahmaFood Beverage

Brahma

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Brazilian lager beer founded in Rio de Janeiro in 1888, one of the best-selling beers in Brazil and a cornerstone of the AB InBev corporate heritage.

beerlagerbrazilian-beer
BudweiserFood Beverage

Budweiser

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

American pale lager introduced in 1876 by Anheuser-Busch. Known as "The King of Beers" and ranked the #2 most valuable beer brand globally by Kantar BrandZ 2026.

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CoronaFood Beverage

Corona

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Mexican beer brand known for its light lager, sold in over 180 countries.

beermexican-beerlager
HoegaardenFood Beverage

Hoegaarden

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Belgian wheat beer brewed with coriander and orange peel. Owned by AB InBev. Originally revived in 1966 by Pierre Celis.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leffe

Sources & Further Reading

  • Leffe Official Website
  • Leffe History Page
  • AB InBev Full Year 2025 Results
  • AB InBev 2025 Annual Report
  • AB InBev SEC Filing (EX-99.1)
  • AB InBev Heritage Page
  • Oxford Companion to Beer: Leffe Brewery
  • Wikipedia: Leffe
  • The Grocer: AB InBev Lowers Leffe ABV for UK
  • Wikidata: Leffe

Competitors to Leffe

These competing brands operate in the same categories and provide similar products or services. Compare key attributes to understand market positioning and competitive landscape.

BrandParent CompanyCountryFoundedMarket PositionPrimary MarketGender Target
BrahmaBrahmaSister Brand
Ab Inbev
Brazil
1888
Mass marketLatin americaAll Genders
BudweiserBudweiserSister Brand
Ab Inbev
United States
1876
Mass marketGlobalAll Genders
Stella ArtoisStella ArtoisSister Brand
Ab Inbev
Belgium
1926
PremiumGlobalAll Genders
Bud LightBud LightSister Brand
Ab Inbev
United States
1982
Mass marketUnited statesAll Genders
Beck'sBeck'sSister Brand
Ab Inbev
Germany
1873
PremiumGlobalAll-ages
CoronaCoronaSister Brand
Ab Inbev
Mexico
1925
Mass marketUnited statesAll Genders

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BrahmaFood Beverage

Brahma

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Brazilian lager beer founded in Rio de Janeiro in 1888, one of the best-selling beers in Brazil and a cornerstone of the AB InBev corporate heritage.

beerlagerbrazilian-beer
BudweiserFood Beverage

Budweiser

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

American pale lager introduced in 1876 by Anheuser-Busch. Known as "The King of Beers" and ranked the #2 most valuable beer brand globally by Kantar BrandZ 2026.

beerlageramerican-beer
Stella ArtoisFood Beverage

Stella Artois

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Belgian premium pilsner first brewed in 1926 by Brouwerij Artois in Leuven, now owned by AB InBev and sold in over 100 countries.

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Bud LightFood Beverage

Bud Light

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

American light lager introduced by Anheuser-Busch in 1982. One of the best-selling beer brands in U.S. history, now owned by AB InBev.

light-beerlageramerican-beer
Beck'sFood Beverage

Beck's

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

German pilsner beer founded in Bremen in 1873, now owned by AB InBev and sold in more than 80 countries worldwide.

beerpilsnergerman-beer
CoronaFood Beverage

Corona

Owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

Mexican beer brand known for its light lager, sold in over 180 countries.

beermexican-beerlager

Competitive Analysis

Market Positioning: Leffe competes with 6 brands in the same categories, ranging from mass market to luxury positioning.

Geographic Distribution: Competitors are headquartered across multiple regions, indicating global competition in this market segment.

Brand Heritage: Competitor brands range from established heritage brands to newer market entrants, with founding years spanning several decades.

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Ferrero Rocher is privately owned, unlike Leffe which is under a publicly traded parent company.

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Naked JuiceFood Beverage

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American premium juice and smoothie brand founded in Santa Monica in 1983. Owned by Tropicana Brands Group since 2021, previously by PepsiCo from 2007.

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Privately Owned

Naked Juice is privately owned, unlike Leffe which is under a publicly traded parent company.

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Better-for-you breakfast brand founded in 2009 in Boulder, Colorado, known for granola, oatmeal, and cereal with premium ingredients. Acquired by Ferrero Group in August 2026 for approximately $850 million.

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Privately Owned

Purely Elizabeth is privately owned, unlike Leffe which is under a publicly traded parent company.

StonyfieldFood Beverage

Stonyfield

Owned by Lactalis Group

American organic yogurt brand founded in New Hampshire in 1983, owned by Lactalis Group since 2017. The best-selling certified organic yogurt brand in the United States and a certified B Corporation.

yogurtorganicdairy
Privately Owned

Stonyfield is privately owned, unlike Leffe which is under a publicly traded parent company.

TropicanaFood Beverage

Tropicana

Owned by Tropicana Brands Group

American fruit juice brand best known for its not-from-concentrate orange juice, owned by Tropicana Brands Group since 2021.

juiceorange-juicebeverage
Privately Owned

Tropicana is privately owned, unlike Leffe which is under a publicly traded parent company.

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