Japanese drinks maker Suntory is expanding into the over-the-counter medicine business by acquiring Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare, leveraging its existing health foods subsidiary.

Takeshi Niinami, former chairman of Suntory Holdings, was not indicted by the Fukuoka District Public Prosecutors Office after being referred on suspicion of violating the Narcotics Control Law for allegedly receiving cannabis-containing products. The reasons for the non-indictment were not disclosed.

Suntory Holdings is set to acquire a health-related subsidiary from pharmaceutical company Daiichi Sankyo for approximately $1.3 billion. This acquisition aims to strengthen Suntory's presence in the health and wellness sector.

Celsius Holdings is continuing its international expansion efforts by securing a new distribution agreement with Suntory, aiming to broaden its market presence.

Personalized gummies firm Rem3dy Health has secured investments from Suntory and Hijos de Rivera to fuel its global expansion efforts.

The former chairman of Suntory has been referred to prosecutors concerning issues related to the import of supplements.

Suntory Holdings announced its plan to acquire Daiichi Sankyo's over-the-counter (OTC) unit as part of its strategy to expand its health business.

The majority of revenue from scotch whisky comes from exports, which fell to the U.S. — one of the largest markets for the drink — following tariffs being introduced in April 2025.

A 50-year-old Yamazaki whisky, bottled exclusively for a club in Nagoya and autographed by Suntory's chief blender, fetched a record $1 million at auction, nearly doubling its estimated price.

The former chairman of Suntory Holdings, Takeshi Niinami, has been referred to prosecutors on suspicion of violating the Narcotics Control Law. The referral follows an investigation into the case.

Suntory Global Spirits, a major whisky producer, has unexpectedly cancelled its plans for a £150 million facility in Ayrshire, Scotland, without providing a specific reason for the decision.

Suntory Beverage & Food has announced an investment in its production facilities in the United Kingdom.