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Brown-Forman (NYSE: BF) will release second quarter and first half fiscal 2026 results on December 4, 2025 by 8:00 a.m. ET, followed by a conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET.

A live audio broadcast and a digital recording (available about two hours after the call) will be accessible via Brown-Forman’s investor site under Investors & Events & Presentations. The replay will remain available for at least 30 days and interested parties may register in advance to join the call.

Brown-Forman (NYSE: BFA, BFB) has announced a $400 million share repurchase authorization effective from October 1, 2025, through October 1, 2026. The program allows the company to repurchase both Class A and Class B common shares through various transaction methods, including open market purchases and block transactions.

CEO Lawson Whiting expressed confidence in the company's ability to generate strong cash flow despite increasing competition. The repurchase program aligns with Brown-Forman's capital deployment strategy and demonstrates its commitment to shareholder returns while maintaining investment flexibility for growth initiatives.

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB) announced it will host an investor conference in Nashville, Tennessee on October 15, 2025, starting at 9:00 a.m. CDT. The event will feature presentations from the company's executive leadership team and Jack Daniel's leaders, focusing on the Jack Daniel's Family of Brands' strategic priorities and long-term growth.

The event will be available via live webcast, with registration open now. A replay will be accessible through Brown-Forman's investor relations website. The company, a global spirits industry leader with a 155-year history, maintains a premium portfolio including Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, and other notable brands, serving over 170 countries with approximately 5,000 employees worldwide.

Brown-Forman (NYSE: BFA, BFB) reported Q1 fiscal 2026 results with net sales decreasing 3% to $924 million (+1% organic) and operating income declining 7% to $260 million (+2% organic). Diluted EPS decreased 13% to $0.36.

The company faced challenges including lower volumes of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey in key markets and Herradura's decline in the U.S. However, growth was seen in Emerging markets (+20%) and Travel Retail (+8%). Gross margin expanded 40 basis points to 59.8%, while the company incurred $12 million in restructuring charges.

Brown-Forman reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook, projecting organic net sales and operating income declines in the low-single digit range, with an expected tax rate of 21-23%. The company maintained its status as a Dividend Aristocrat, declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.2265 per share.

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB), a global leader in spirits, announced its participation in the upcoming Barclays Global Consumer Staples Conference. CEO Lawson Whiting and CFO Leanne Cunningham will engage in a fireside chat on September 3, 2025, at 12:45 p.m. (EDT) in Boston.

The presentation will be accessible via webcast on the company's website, with a replay available for at least 30 days. Brown-Forman's premium portfolio includes notable brands such as Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, and Herradura, serving more than 170 countries with approximately 5,000 employees worldwide.

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA, BFB) announced that Executive Vice President and CFO Leanne Cunningham will retire on May 1, 2026, after more than 30 years of service. Cunningham, who joined the company in 1995 as a Corporate Accountant, has served as CFO since July 2021.

During her tenure, Cunningham progressed through various roles in accounting, finance, corporate strategy, and production operations. Prior to becoming CFO, she served as senior vice president, shareholder relations officer, commercial finance, and financial planning and analysis. The company has initiated a formal search for her successor, with plans to announce an appointment by the end of the calendar year to ensure a smooth transition.

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB), a global leader in spirits, has scheduled its first quarter fiscal 2026 earnings release for August 28, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (EDT). The company will host a conference call to discuss the results at 10:00 a.m. (EDT) the same day.

The earnings call will be accessible through a live audio broadcast on the company's website at brown-forman.com via the "Investors/Events & Presentations" section. A digital recording will be available approximately two hours after the call and remain accessible for at least 30 days. Interested participants can register for the call in advance through the provided link.

Brown-Forman (NYSE: BFA, BFB) announced key leadership changes and dividend updates at its annual stockholders meeting. Marshall B. Farrer, a fifth-generation descendant of the company's founder, was elected as the new Chairman, succeeding Campbell P. Brown who stepped down from the role but remains a Board member.

The Board approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.2265 per share on Class A and Class B Common Stock, payable on October 1, 2025. Notably, Brown-Forman has maintained 81 consecutive years of quarterly dividends and increased them for 41 consecutive years.

CEO Lawson E. Whiting highlighted the company's strategic initiatives for fiscal 2025, including evolving U.S. distribution, restructuring global organization, and investing in key brands to drive long-term success.

Brown-Forman Corporation reported challenging fiscal 2025 results with Q4 net sales down 7% to $894M and full-year net sales declining 5% to $4.0B. The company faced headwinds from macroeconomic uncertainty and reduced consumer spending, though managed 1% organic growth. Operating income decreased 22% to $1.1B, while diluted EPS fell 14% to $1.84. Key developments included a $63M restructuring program involving 12% workforce reduction, the sale of Duckhorn stake for $350M, and continued dividend payments totaling $420M. The Whiskey portfolio remained flat, while Tequila declined 14% due to challenges in Mexico and the US. Looking ahead to fiscal 2026, Brown-Forman expects continued headwinds with projected organic net sales and operating income declines in the low-single digit range.