Education
About Us
Working with TipRanks
Follow Us
Brown Forman A (BF.A)
NYSE:BF.A
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 27, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.37Last Year’s EPS
0.41Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Sell
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Jun 05, 2025
|% Change Since: -19.66%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 27, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call highlighted sequential improvement in sales and strategic initiatives to drive future growth. However, challenges such as declining reported net sales, competitive pressures in the tequila segment, and uncertainties related to tariffs pose significant risks. The company remains optimistic about its strategic initiatives and market opportunities.Company Guidance
During the Brown-Forman Corporation's Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Earnings Conference Call, the company reaffirmed its full year guidance for organic net sales growth in the range of 2% to 4%, with a lean towards the lower end, and organic operating income growth in the same range, leaning towards the upper end. The company reported a 4% decrease in reported net sales for the first nine months of fiscal 2025, but a 2% growth in organic net sales, driven by key brands like Woodford Reserve and Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey. Organic operating income grew by 5% during this period, despite a 13% decline in reported operating income. Brown-Forman highlighted its strategic initiatives, including workforce restructuring aimed at reducing costs by approximately $70 million to $80 million annually, with an anticipated $60 million to $70 million in severance and closure charges. Additionally, they discussed increased investment in brand-building, focusing on innovation and strategic partnerships to drive long-term growth. The company also addressed the ongoing uncertainties in the operating environment, such as potential tariffs and competitive pricing pressures, particularly in the U.S. tequila market.Sequentially Stronger Top and Bottom Line Results
The company delivered sequentially stronger top and bottom line results, with January marking the fifth consecutive month of positive 3-month rolling organic net sales trends, aligning organic net sales with full-year expectations.
Organic Net Sales Growth
Organic net sales grew 2% after adjusting for divestitures and other factors, with Woodford Reserve and Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey as the largest drivers.
Woodford Reserve and Jack Daniel's Performance
Woodford Reserve's organic net sales grew by 10%, driven by higher volumes and positive price mix. Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey's organic net sales increased by 2%.
Strong Performance in Emerging Markets
Emerging international markets delivered an 8% organic net sales increase, led by double-digit growth in Turkey and Brazil.
Execution of Strategic Initiatives
The company announced strategic initiatives, including restructuring the executive leadership team and reducing the global workforce by approximately 12%, expected to deliver $70 million to $80 million in annualized savings.
BF.A Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
BF.A Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Jun 05, 2025 | $32.86 | $27.19 | -17.26% |
Mar 05, 2025 | $32.07 | $35.34 | +10.20% |
Dec 05, 2024 | $39.62 | $44.24 | +11.66% |
Aug 29, 2024 | $44.18 | $44.68 | +1.13% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does Brown Forman A (BF.A) report earnings?
Brown Forman A (BF.A) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Brown Forman A (BF.A) earnings time?
Brown Forman A (BF.A) earnings time is at Aug 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
Where can I see when companies are reporting earnings?
You can see which companies are reporting today on our designated earnings calendar.
What companies are reporting earnings today?
You can see a list of the companies which are reporting today on TipRanks earnings calendar.
What is BF.A EPS forecast?
BF.A EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.37.