Shares of alcohol manufacturers, have so far this calendar year been under pressure, with most of them logging negative returns on a YTD (year till date) basis. United Breweries is one exception, as the stock was up 4.6 per cent so far in 2022.
However, the recent acquisition by Bira 91 - the Indian craft beer brand manufacturer buying out 'The Beer Cafe' in an all-stock deal coiuld create some buzz in the sector and set the stocks soaring, charts suggest. The Beer Cafe is the biggest alcobev chain in Indian having a presence in Pub, Bars, Clubs, and Lounges