TOKYO — Japanese brewer and beverage company Kirin Holdings announced on Friday, August 7th, 2026, that it will 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 establish a foothold in the North American health science market, the world's largest supplement sector, as the beer market remains flat.

Kirin Holdings has been diversifying its portfolio into health foods and supplements to adapt to changing consumer demands. The deal positions the company to expand its presence in North America, leveraging Jamieson Wellness's established market.

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