Heineken reported a sharp increase in UK sales of its Cruzcampo and Murphy’s brands in the first half of 2026, as global profits rose following about 3,000 job cuts. The volume of Spanish lager Cruzcampo jumped more than 30% year-on-year, boosted by the launch of its Sevilla Orange flavour, while Irish stout Murphy’s doubled in volume driven by on-trade growth and the rollout of cans in shops. The brewer also highlighted a rebound in Foster’s sales and double-digit growth for premium cider Inch’s. Global revenues reached 17.56 billion euros, up 3.8% from the same period in 2025, and organic operating profit rose 6.7% to 2.17 billion euros. The job cuts were part of a restructuring plan to eliminate 5,000 to 6,000 roles over two years, aiming for cost savings at the top end of a 400 million to 500 million euro range.
HeinekenUK sales surge for Cruzcampo and Murphy's, with volume jumps and new product launch, driving growth.
Heineken Holding NVHeineken Holding benefits from Heineken's strong UK sales and profit rise.
