Brown-Forman Corporation Class B (BF-B) has seen its share value fluctuate in the market, registering both gains and losses, with its performance largely underperforming the consumer defensive sector. The company's
Q1 performance was disappointing with its profit margin being squeezed due to declining whiskey and tequila sales. Consequently, the company's revenue growth has slowed, causing its stock to fall. Despite these challenges, the company maintained its
full-year growth outlook, demonstrating confidence in its long-term strategies. Notable among these strategies is the ongoing acquisition of the
Diplomático Rum Brand and the sale of Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards as part of its portfolio diversification. The company also rewarded its shareholders by declaring a
cash dividend and announcing a
$400 million share repurchase program. Moreover, BF-B's earnings were impacted by weaker international sales compared to U.S. sales in FQ1, and the firm has seen continued shifts in the financial market.
Brown-Forman Corporation Class B BF B News Analytics from Fri, 14 Feb 2014 08:00:00 GMT to Fri, 20 Sep 2024 21:08:00 GMT -
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- Information 7
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