Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Blackberry and strong ready-to-drink growth helped Brown-Forman offset declines across Tequila and developed international markets.
RCL Foods says deep-sea sugar imports, weaker global prices and a pet food recall weighed on earnings, while groceries and baking delivered stronger performances.
Pernod Ricard expects subdued spirits demand in the U.S. and China while India delivers stronger growth and supports the group’s global performance.
Tea business outpaced other beverage categories in the first half of 2026, while expanding water sources and improving margins supported overall performance.
The new subsidiary will target India’s ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages segment, subject to regulatory approvals.