TOKYO -- Kirin Holdings is rapidly reducing its interest-bearing debt, hoping to lay the groundwork for future growth investments as profitability improves.
Beverage giant seeks financial leeway for acqusitions

Jettisoning a money-losing Brazilian business has helped to improve Kirin's profitability.
TOKYO -- Kirin Holdings is rapidly reducing its interest-bearing debt, hoping to lay the groundwork for future growth investments as profitability improves.