The two Japanese beer prducers Kirin Brewery and Asahi Breweries are to each acquire a 3% stake in Yukijirushi Access Inc, the distribution business owned by Snow Brand Milk Products Co.

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The 3% stakes will cost the brewers ¥1,163.28 (US$9.48m) and reduce Snow Brand’s stake in the business to 27.72%.


Snow Brand Milk will use the proceeds to finance restructuring and improve its financial health as part of a revival plan.

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