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DGE Stock Chart & Stats
1562.50 p
0.50 p(0.03%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
1562.50 p
0.50 p(0.03%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range1,295.50 p - 2,142.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume270.00K
Average Volume (3M)6.06M
Market Cap
£36.34B
Enterprise Value52.81K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£2.69B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£24.21B
Price to Earnings (P/E)20.2
Beta0.72
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
0.47Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.85%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.09
Shares Outstanding2,226,584,700
10 Day Avg. Volume6,793,618
30 Day Avg. Volume6,059,212
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.45
Price to Book (P/B)3.66
Price to Sales (P/S)2.01
P/FCF Ratio15.13
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£1,930.87Price Target Upside23.58% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering15
EPS Forecast (FY)1.58
Revenue Forecast (FY)£19.22B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Brand Portfolio & PremiumizationDiageo’s deep portfolio of global premium spirits creates durable pricing power and brand equity. Premiumization trends lift ASPs and gross margins over time, diversifying revenue across categories and geographies and supporting steady long-term cash generation beyond cyclical volume shifts.
Operational Margin StrengthConsistently strong gross and operating margins indicate efficient production, distribution and marketing leverage. Combined with recent double-digit revenue growth, this suggests the company can sustain profitability through mix and scale, preserving cash flow and funding reinvestment or shareholder returns.
CEO-led Restructuring To Cut CostsA strategic restructuring under a new CEO targeting non-revenue functions can materially lower the structural cost base. If executed well, savings boost operating margins and free cash flow sustainably, improving flexibility to de-lever, invest in brands, or maintain dividends over the medium term.
Bears Say
High LeverageMeaningful leverage reduces financial flexibility and raises interest expense sensitivity, constraining the company’s ability to pursue M&A, aggressive buybacks, or absorb shocks. In downturns, high debt increases default risk and limits capacity to fund strategic initiatives without additional refinancing.
Weak Free Cash Flow TrendsDeclining and volatile free cash flow undermines the company’s ability to sustainably fund dividends, reduce debt, and invest in brand building. Persistent FCF weakness forces trade-offs between shareholder returns and reinvestment, and heightens refinancing and liquidity risk over a multi-quarter horizon.
Net Margin PressureEroding net margins signal rising costs, taxes, or mix shifts that reduce earnings quality. Unless offset by pricing power or structural cost cuts, margin compression will persistently lower free cash generation and ROE, impairing the company’s ability to rebuild balance sheet strength and fund long-term growth initiatives.
DGE FAQ
What was Diageo plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Diageo plc lowest share price was 1295.50 p and its highest was 2142.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Diageo plc’s market cap?
Diageo plc’s market cap is £36.34B.
When is Diageo plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Diageo plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is today.
How were Diageo plc’s earnings last quarter?
Currently, no data Available
Is Diageo plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Diageo plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Diageo plc pay dividends?
Diageo plc pays a Semiannually dividend of 14.952 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.85%. See more information on Diageo plc dividends here
What is Diageo plc’s EPS estimate?
Diageo plc’s EPS estimate is 0.47.
How many shares outstanding does Diageo plc have?
Diageo plc has 2,226,584,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to Diageo plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Currently, no data Available
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Diageo plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:DGE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Diageo Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£1,930.87 (23.58% Upside)
£1,930.87 (23.58% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £228.1K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-23.67%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.85%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.08%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Diageo plc
Diageo plc (DGE) is a global alcoholic beverages company focused on the production, marketing, and distribution of spirits and beer. It owns and manages a portfolio of international and local brands across categories such as Scotch whisky, vodka, gin, rum, tequila, liqueurs, and stout, selling primarily through wholesalers, distributors, and retail and on-trade channels (e.g., bars, restaurants, and hospitality).
DGE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
1,930.87 p
▲(23.58% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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British American Tobacco
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Tate & Lyle
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Artisanal Spirits Company PLC
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