Anheuser-Busch InBev is the world's largest brewing company, formed through the 2008 merger of Belgian-Brazilian InBev and American Anheuser-Busch. In Australia, it owns Carlton & United Breweries (CUB), producing iconic brands including Victoria Bitter (VB), Carlton Draught, Crown Lager, and Pure Blonde. The company controls approximately 40-45% of the Australian beer market and also owns global brands Budweiser, Corona, and Stella Artois.