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Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B) announced the full redemption of its outstanding 3.75% Senior Notes due 2021, totaling $500 million, to occur on February 4, 2021. The redemption will include a make-whole premium estimated at $4 million. This proactive step reflects the company's financial strategy aimed at optimizing its debt profile.

Constellation Brands has finalized the divestiture of part of its wine and spirits portfolio to E. & J. Gallo Winery for approximately $810 million, primarily consisting of $560 million in cash at closing and up to $250 million in potential earnouts. The divestment includes brands priced at $11 retail and below, with related facilities in California, New York, and Washington. Additionally, the company sold the Nobilo wine brand for around $130 million and is expecting to close a sale of the Paul Masson Grande Amber Brandy for approximately $255 million.

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B) announced that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved the proposed consent order for the company's divestiture of certain wine and spirits assets to E. & J. Gallo Winery. The transaction, valued at $11 retail and below, is set to close the week of January 4, 2021. The FTC also approved separate divestitures to Sazerac and Vie-Del Company. This approval fulfills all antitrust requirements, allowing Constellation to proceed with the transactions.

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ, STZ-B) announced it will report its fiscal Q3 2021 results on January 7, 2021, prior to U.S. market opening. The results will be discussed in a conference call hosted by CEO Bill Newlands and CFO Garth Hankinson at 11:30 a.m. EST. A live webcast will also be available on the company’s website. Constellation Brands, a major player in the beverage alcohol industry, operates in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy, focusing on premium beer, wine, and spirits.

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ, STZ.B) announced that CFO Garth Hankinson will virtually present at the 2020 Morgan Stanley Conference on December 2, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. ET. The presentation will highlight the company's strategic initiatives, financial metrics, and product portfolio performance, along with future outlook.

A live webcast of the presentation will be available on www.cbrands.com. A replay will be accessible until January 6, 2021.

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ, STZ.B) announced an agreement with E. & J. Gallo Winery concerning Gallo's acquisition of parts of Constellation's wine and spirits portfolio, valued at approximately $1.03 billion. The FTC review process is in final stages, with expected closure by Q4 of fiscal 2021. Constellation anticipates maintaining its 7%-9% growth projection for its Beer Business, despite COVID-19 challenges. Ongoing divestitures include the Nobilo Wine brand for $130 million and the Paul Masson brand for $255 million.

Constellation Brands has announced its plans to redeem all outstanding Senior Floating Rate Notes due 2021, totaling $650 million. This redemption will take place on November 30, 2020, at 100% of the principal amount plus accrued interest. This strategic financial move reflects Constellation's commitment to managing its debt effectively. The company is a leading player in the beverage alcohol sector, known for brands like Corona and Modelo, and is continuously focusing on strengthening its market position.

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ, STZ.B) has elected Nicholas I. Fink, CEO of Fortune Brands Home & Security, to its board of directors starting January 4, 2021. This election expands the board from 12 to 13 members. Fink brings a wealth of experience in beverage alcohol and international business, which is expected to enhance strategic growth. He expressed excitement about joining a leading CPG company and looks forward to contributing to its success. Constellation aims to leverage consumer insights and maintain its growth trajectory in the beverage alcohol market.