TOKYO — Japanese brewer and beverage company Kirin Holdings announced on August 7, 2026, that it has agreed to acquire Ontario-based vitamin and supplement maker Jamieson Wellness for 1.898 billion Canadian dollars (approximately $1.3 billion). This acquisition marks Kirin's strategic move to strengthen its presence in the health science sector in North America, the world's largest supplement market, as the beer market remains flat.

Kirin Holdings has been diversifying its portfolio by expanding into health foods and supplements, aiming to capture growth opportunities beyond its traditional beverage business.

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