Brown-Forman Corporation, trading under the symbol NYSE:BF-B, is a prominent player in the alcoholic beverages industry. Known for its iconic brands like Jack Daniel's, the company has a strong market presence. It competes with other major players such as Diageo and Pernod Ricard. Brown-Forman's financial performance is closely watched by investors and analysts alike.
On March 5, 2025, BF-B reported its earnings before the market opened, showcasing an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.57. This figure surpassed the estimated EPS of $0.39, as well as the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.47, marking a 21.28% earnings surprise. However, this EPS is a slight decline from the $0.60 reported in the same quarter last year.
BF-B's revenue for the quarter reached approximately $1.035 billion, exceeding the estimated revenue of about $987.7 million. Despite this, it fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.072 billion by 3.02%. This revenue figure also represents a slight decline from the $1.07 billion reported in the same period last year, highlighting challenges in the tequila portfolio.
The company's financial metrics provide further insight into its performance. With a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 16.94, the market values BF-B's earnings moderately. The price-to-sales ratio of about 4.16 and enterprise value to sales ratio of 4.64 reflect the market's valuation of its revenue and total value. The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.67 indicates a balanced leverage level.
Despite the mixed results, Brown-Forman reaffirmed its fiscal year 2025 outlook. The company's current ratio of around 3.49 suggests a strong ability to cover short-term liabilities with short-term assets. This financial stability, combined with an earnings yield of about 5.90%, provides a solid foundation for future growth and shareholder returns.
