
NYSE:BF.B
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Brown-Forman, the beverage alcohol company known for brands like Jack Daniel's, is set to report its quarterly earnings soon amidst changing consumer preferences. The shift towards health and fitness, particularly among younger demographics, is influencing drinking habits, as individuals increasingly opt for exercise over alcohol consumption. Additionally, the rise of weight-loss medications has posed challenges for the liquor industry, impacting sales trends. Despite these headwinds, Brown-Forman's shares have demonstrated resilience, appreciating by 10% this year. This upward movement prompts questions about underlying factors that might be contributing to investor confidence in the company during a challenging market environment.
Millennials are not drinking as much as the older generations. Maybe they're not going out as much. This industry performs better in recessions. Though an excellent franchise, the stock hasn't gone anywhere. Chinese sanctions hurt Brown. Also, paying in CAD adds a 40% premium. The LCBO boycott will have an impact.
They've missed five-straight quarters, but the most recent one beat cleanly top and bottom. Organic sales grew 3%, instead of an expected decline, for instance. Also, they shaved their full-year capital expenditures outlook, also positive. Successful brands: Woodford Reserve, Diplomatico Rum and Jack Daniels. Struggling are both tequila brands, though (too much competition in the U.S.). Overall, a good report and shares popped after the report.
He used to like this stock, but has reversed his position. Brown's liquor are no longer in style. They reported Dec. 6 sales and earnings coming in light and, worse, they slashed their full-year forecast. Stocks plunged 10% in a session and have rebounded, but still you should ring the register. Their traditional markets (namely the U.S.) are flat, and only emerging markets are up
(Top Pick May 18/17, Down 8.22%) It was interesting at the time. There was speculation they would be bought out. He bought it because he liked the company regardless. The stock came back down to normal. He would not buy it because of speculation it would be bought out. He would not change his mind on this one. He still likes it. He likes the consistency. They have some strong brands and the stock is chronically undervalued.
Brown-Forman is a American stock, trading under the symbol BF.B (previously BF.B-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (BF.B). It is usually referred to as NYSE:BF.B or BF.B
In the last year, no analyst issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on BF.B (previously BF.B-N on Stockchase) on Stockchase. Read the latest expert commentary for Brown-Forman.
Brown-Forman was recommended as a Top Pick by Jim Cramer - Mad Money on 2026-02-27. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Brown-Forman.
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On 2026-09-11, Brown-Forman (BF.B) stock closed at a price of $26.22.
They report Wednesday. The young would rather exercise than drink and the weight-loss drugs have hurt liquor companies. But why are shares up 10% this year?