Brewing giant Heineken has reported continued success for Murphy's Stout in the UK and Europe but weaker overall global demand for beer will see the company cut 6,000 jobs from its workforce. In Ireland, the company, which also brews Beamish, said Birra Moretti delivered strong growth in 2025, while across Europe there was solid growth in Murphy's Stout. Sales of Murphy's have been particularly strong in the UK, with year-on-year value sales growth of 666% and a volume increase of 607%. "Distribution gains and expanded draught placement in the on-trade supported robust growth for Murphy’s Stout," the company reported. At the same time, global sales across the sector are faltering amid strained consumer finances and more recent bad weather.

Source: Irish Examiner February 11, 2026 17:43 UTC