Tag: Beverages

PepsiCo trims revenue outlook as North American snacking, key international markets lag

PepsiCo on Tuesday lowered its full-year outlook for organic revenue after its second straight quarter of weaker-than-expected sales.

China targets brandy in EU trade tit-for-tat after EV tariff move

China imposed temporary anti-dumping measures on imports of brandy from the EU on Tuesday, hitting French brands including Hennessy and Remy Martin, days after the 27-state bloc voted for tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs).

Campari plunges after CEO comments on weak quarter for sector

Shares in Campari fell nearly 6% on Friday with several traders and analysts citing comments by the Italian spirits group’s chief executive, describing the current quarter as “still quite soft” for the industry

Jack Daniel’s parent Brown-Forman’s fiscal first-quarter profit and sales lag estimates

Brown-Forman Corp. BF.B  said Thursday it had net income of $195 million, or 41 cents a share, for its fiscal first quarter to July 31, down from $231 million, or 48 cents a share, in the year-earlier period. Sales fell 8% to $951 million.

Pernod Ricard forecasts return to growth in 2025

France’s Pernod Ricard on Thursday forecast its sales will grow again next year even as challenges in the U.S. and Chinese markets persist, after reporting an annual 1% drop largely in line with forecasts and its own guidance.

Carlsberg lifts 2024 growth outlook, Q2 sales lag forecasts

Danish brewer Carlsberg on Tuesday lifted its forecast for full-year operating profit growth despite posting weaker-than-expected sales for the second quarter hit by bad June weather.

Monster Beverage misses quarterly sales estimates as economic fears slow demand

Monster Beverage missed market expectations for second-quarter sales on Wednesday as budget-conscious consumers kept a tight lid on spending, hurting demand for its pricey energy drinks amid an uncertain economic environment.

Coca Cola HBC: Καθαρά κέρδη 381,6 εκατ. στο εξάμηνο

Τα συγκρίσιμα κέρδη ανά μετοχή σημείωσαν μείωση έναντι του αντίστοιχου εξαμήνου πέρυσι κατά 1,7% λόγω των υψηλότερων χρηματοοικονομικών εξόδων. Το νέο guidance για τη χρονιά.

Molson Coors tops quarterly results on strong beer demand in Europe, Asia

Molson Coors beat Wall Street expectations for second-quarter sales and profit on Tuesday, driven by strong demand for its premium Coors Light and Miller Lite beers in the European and Asian regions.

Bud Stock Is Rising. Strong Earnings Are a Relief After a Tough Year.

Bud Light owner stock rose on Thursday morning after the beer maker posted second-quarter profit above estimates.

Diageo shares hit four-year low as CEO warns of troubles ahead

Diageo warned challenges could persist into next year after missing full-year profit expectations on Tuesday, sending shares in the world’s top spirits maker down more than 9% to a four-year low

Heineken shares fall 8% after first-half profit miss

Heineken shares opened nearly 7% lower on Monday, after the brewing giant’s first-half profit growth came in weaker than analysts had expected.

Coca-Cola raises annual sales, profit forecasts on steady demand

 Coca-Cola raised its annual organic sales and profit forecasts on Tuesday, signaling consumers are willing to spend more for the beverage giant’s higher-priced sodas, energy drinks and juices mainly in international markets.

PepsiCo Earnings Beat Expectations. Why the Stock Is Dropping.

PepsiCo stock dropped Thursday following its earnings report after the beverages and snacks company missed revenue expectations for the second quarter.

Carlsberg to buy Britvic for $4.2 billion

 Carlsberg has agreed to buy British soft drinks maker Britvic for 3.3 billion pounds ($4.23 billion), a move the Danish brewer said would forge a UK beverage “powerhouse” and that sent both companies’ shares higher.

Carlsberg slides 8%, set for largest drop in four years, after Britvic rejects $3.9 billion takeover offer

Carlsberg shares were on course for their largest single-day decline in more than four years on Friday after the British soft drinks maker Britvic said it had rejected the Danish brewer’s £3.11 billion ($3.9 billion) takeover proposal.

Στα €44 εκατ. τα καθαρά κέρδη της Coca-Cola 3E το 2023 – Ξεκίνημα 2024 με χαμηλή μονοψήφια ανάπτυξη όγκων

Σε επίπεδο τζίρου, η αύξηση ήταν της τάξης του 16,72%, αγγίζοντας τα €670 εκατ., ενώ η καθαρή κερδοφορία της εταιρείας ενισχύθηκε σε ποσοστό 65% σε σχέση με το 2022, προσεγγίζοντας τα €44 εκατ. Κατά 6,12% αυξήθηκε ο όγκος πωλήσεων της Coca-Cola 3E το 2023, περίπου στα 120 εκατομμύρια κιβώτια.

Boston Beer in Talks to Sell Itself to Jim Beam Owner Suntory

Japanese whisky-maker Suntory is in talks to acquire Boston Beer, the American brewer known for its Samuel Adams brand. 

Beer giant AB InBev beats profit estimates, with Bud Light boycott set to ease one year on

Shares of Belgium’s AB InBev rose 5% Wednesday morning after the company posted higher revenue and profit in the first quarter, as analysts said it had escaped the drag from a year-long boycott of its Bud Light brand relatively unscathed.

French cognac makers surge as Macron hints at cooling of China trade dispute

Shares of several French cognac makers rallied on Tuesday after France’s President Emmanuel Macron suggested that trade tensions between China and the European Union, which could impact the drinks makers, may ease.