If you've all followed this and aren't reacting, ala NHRA, with a knee jerk, the aquiree is noted for its' ability to operate things LEAN, wheras Anheuser's products are probably the best MARKETED brands in the world.
(Marketing - sponsorships, or "marketing partners" -exposing the brand name to the consumer!)
If I were an AB stockholder, methinks a cost-cutting company would MAXIMIZE profits, therefore increasing the stock value and dividends, and make the aquisition VERY attractive.
I'd take a wait and see attitude!