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Brown Forman A (DE:BF5A)
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Brown Forman A (BF5A) Price & Analysis

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BF5A Stock Chart & Stats

€22.00
-€0.20(-0.57%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€22.00
-€0.20(-0.57%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
High Margins & Operational EfficiencyBrown‑Forman’s ~59% gross margin and ~21% EBIT (~30.5% EBITDA) indicate durable profitability and operating leverage in premium spirits. High structural margins support reinvestment, marketing and consistent cash returns even if volumes fluctuate, preserving long‑term competitiveness.
Robust Cash GenerationA strong FCF-to-net-income ratio (~80%) and positive FCF growth (~4.45% TTM) show excellent cash conversion from operations. This durable cash generation supports dividends, targeted brand investments and balance‑sheet flexibility without reliance on external financing.
Leading Brand Portfolio & Global ReachIconic brands (e.g., Jack Daniel’s) and distribution in 170+ countries create durable pricing power and channel access. Longstanding distributor partnerships and brand loyalty support consistent premium placement, allowing steady revenue per unit and resilience versus private‑label competition.
Bears Say
Revenue ContractionTTM revenue decline (-1.49%) signals weakening top‑line momentum that can erode scale benefits over time. If sustained, lower volumes limit operating leverage, constrain marketing ROI and make margin maintenance harder despite premium positioning in some markets.
Declining Stockholders' EquityA noted decline in stockholders’ equity reduces the capital cushion and could reflect buybacks, dividend strain, or accumulated losses. Over months this can limit strategic flexibility, increase leverage sensitivity and reduce ability to absorb shocks or fund acquisitions.
Earnings DeteriorationMaterial EPS contraction (~-19% recent) suggests pressure on profitability drivers or mix shifts. Sustained earnings weakness hampers reinvestment, constrains dividend growth potential and raises execution risk for maintaining marketing and innovation spending needed to restore top‑line growth.

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BF5A FAQ

What was Brown Forman A’s price range in the past 12 months?
Brown Forman A lowest stock price was €21.60 and its highest was €34.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Brown Forman A’s market cap?
    Brown Forman A’s market cap is €11.65B.
      When is Brown Forman A’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Brown Forman A’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 04, 2026 which is in 8 days.
        How were Brown Forman A’s earnings last quarter?
        Brown Forman A released its earnings results on Dec 04, 2025. The company reported €0.397 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of €0.402 by -€0.004.
          Is Brown Forman A overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Brown Forman A’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Brown Forman A pay dividends?
            Brown Forman A does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Brown Forman A’s EPS estimate?
            Brown Forman A’s EPS estimate is 0.39.
              How many shares outstanding does Brown Forman A have?
              Brown Forman A has 168,614,780 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Brown Forman A’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Brown Forman A reported an EPS of €0.397 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of €0.402. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.379%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Brown Forman A?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:BF5A
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Brown Forman A Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Negative
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    -28.79%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    22.65%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    -0.41%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    Brown Forman A

                    Brown-Forman Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures, distills, bottles, imports, exports, markets, and sells various alcoholic beverages. It provides spirits, wines, whiskey spirits, whiskey-based flavored liqueurs, ready-to-drink and ready-to-pour products, ready-to-drink cocktails, vodkas, tequilas, champagnes, brandy, bourbons, and liqueurs. The company offers its products primarily under the Jack Daniel's, Reserve, Old Forester, Coopers' Craft, Herradura, el Jimador, New Mix, Korbel Champagnes, Sonoma-Cutrer, Finlandia, GlenDronach, Benriach, Glenglassaugh, Chambord, Slane, and Fords Gin brands. It is also involved in the sale of used barrels, bulk whiskey, and wine; and provision of contract bottling services. The company serves retail customers and consumers through distributors or state governments; and retailers, wholesalers, and provincial governments directly. It has operations in the United States, Germany, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and internationally. The company was founded in 1870 and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.

                    Brown Forman A (BF5A) Earnings & Revenues

                    BF5A Company Deck

                    BF5A Earnings Call

                    Q2 2025
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                    The earnings call reflects a mixed sentiment with strong growth in emerging markets and strategic product launches counterbalanced by significant challenges in developed markets, declining net sales, and specific market issues in Canada and used barrel sales.View all DE:BF5A earnings summaries

                    BF5A Net sales Breakdown

                    46.55%46.55%5.77%5.65%5.23%36.80%
                    46.55% U.S.
                    5.77% Mexico
                    5.65% Germany
                    5.23% Australia
                    36.80% Other
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