The company behind Johnnie Walker whisky, Guinness beer and Smirnoff vodka expects U.S. tariffs to result in an unmitigated $150 million hit on profit, but reiterated its guidance for the year.
DEO faces near-term headwinds, but its strategic pricing and productivity efforts pave the way for a stronger, more efficient comeback.
Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) and Burberry Group PLC (LSE:BRBY) face headwinds ahead, analysts said as they read across from a trading update from luxury giant Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy (EPA:MC). As well as making Johnnie Walker and Crown Royal whiskey, Smirnoff and Ciroc vodka, Diageo also has a 34% stake in LVMH's Wine & Spirits division.
Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) remains the preferred name in the spirits sector, according to UBS, as the European beverages group braces for a mixed first quarter marked by foreign exchange pressure, patchy consumer demand, and lingering trade uncertainty. In a preview note ahead of results season, the bank says it continues to favour the Smirnoff and Johnnie Walker maker over its rivals despite a challenging backdrop.
Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) has gone to market with a $1.5 billion bond deal, splitting it evenly across two maturities. The deal includes $750 million in 5.125% notes due in 2030 and another $750 million in 5.625% notes due in 2035.
DEO faces near-term headwinds, but its strategic pricing and productivity efforts could pave the way for a stronger, more efficient comeback.
Diageo benefits from its focus on improving productivity, coupled with a diversified footprint. It has entered into a strategic deal with Main Street Advisors.
Diageo benefits from its focus on improving productivity coupled with its diversified footprint. It has sold its 54.4% shareholding in Seychelles Breweries Limited to Phoenix Beverages.
Spirits giant Diageo has suggested the U.S. government consider tougher rules of origin requirements in trade agreements as an alternative to tariffs, a letter to the U.S. Trade Representative showed.
Barclays is pushing back against the idea that Gen Z has turned its back on alcohol. The investment bank says fears of a structural decline in drinking, particularly in the US, are overblown.
If any investor has stood the test of time, it is Warren Buffett, and with good reason.
U.S. consumer spending collapsed in January, falling to lows not seen in almost four years.