Constellation Brands, Inc.

STZ
Sector

Consumer Staples

Industry

Beverages - Brewers

Market Cap

$41.45B

Employees

10.6K

Company Overview

Constellation Brands is an international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits. The company's core business model revolves around building and marketing high-quality, consumer-connected brands, with a focus on the high-end segment of the beverage alcohol market. Constellation Brands holds the position of the second-largest beer company in the U.S. and is a key player in the wine and spirits sector, with a strong presence in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy.

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Financial Performance

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Net sales for the nine months ended November 30, 2024, were $8,044.5 million compared to $7,822.6 million for the nine months ended November 30, 2023, representing a 3% increase. However, third quarter net sales were $2,463.8 million compared to $2,470.9 million, representing a slight decrease.

The company recognized a $2,250.0 million goodwill impairment charge in the Wine and Spirits segment for the nine months ended November 30, 2024. This significantly reduced operating income, resulting in an operating income of $505.2 million for the nine months ended November 30, 2024, compared to $2,540.3 million for the nine months ended November 30, 2023.

Net income attributable to CBI decreased to $293.9 million for the nine months ended November 30, 2024, from $1,335.0 million for the nine months ended November 30, 2023. This decrease is largely attributable to the Wine and Spirits goodwill impairment.

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