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Diageo 3Q Update Summary

Core Content

Diageo, the world's leading premium spirits company, reported its third-quarter update for fiscal year 2025 (F25). The report outlines the company's performance, future guidance, and strategic initiatives. It also includes an investment recommendation and a detailed analysis of the company's valuation and associated risks.

Key Financial Performance

• Organic Sales Growth:
  • 3Q25 organic sales increased by 5.9%.
  • 1H25 organic sales growth was 2.4%.
  • 3Q25 volume growth was +2.8%, with sales growth at +5.9%.
  • Underlying growth in 3Q25 was +1.9%, showing sequential improvement compared to 1H25 (organic sales -0.2%, organic net sales +1%) and 1H24 (organic sales -5.2%, organic net sales 0.6%).
• F25 Guidance:
  • Organic net sales are expected to show sequential improvement in the second half of fiscal 2025.
  • Operating profit is expected to have a slight decline in 2H25, in line with 1H25.
• F26 Guidance:
  • Free cash flow (FCF) guidance of approximately $3bn is in line with sell-side estimates of $3.1bn.
  • The company aims to deliver positive operating leverage, with organic profit growth outpacing organic net sales growth.
  • US tariffs are expected to impact the company by $150m annually, with half of this impact being mitigable.

Strategic Initiatives

Diageo is introducing the first phase of the Accelerate programme, which focuses on the following priorities:

• Cash: Targeting $3bn in free cash flow for F26, with plans to increase this amount as business performance improves.
• Costs: Implementing a disciplined approach to cost efficiency, with $500m in cost savings over three years, incremental to existing programs.
• Consistency: Emphasizing sustainable delivery of financial performance.
• Deleveraging: Aiming to achieve a net debt to EBITDA ratio of 2.5x to 3.0x by F28, with an expectation of delivery in F27.
• Disposals: Highlighting selective and material disposals, indicating a broader strategy than just brand trimming.

Investment Recommendation

• Rating: Buy
• Price Target: 2,500.00p (a +16% increase from the prior trading day's closing price of 2,152.00p).
• Market Cap: £53.5B / $71.0B
• Valuation: The company is currently trading at a 17x P/E ratio, comparable to staples.
• Valuation Methodology: Includes DCF, EBITDA, EPS, FCF, EV/EBITDA, P/E, and other financial metrics.

Key Risks

• Macro and FX Risks: Global economic conditions and currency fluctuations may affect performance.
• Regulatory and Excise Risks: Changes in regulations or excise duties could impact financial results.
• Uncertainty in Tariffs: US tariffs remain a potential risk, although the company is working to mitigate their impact.
• Investment Risks: The report is not tailored to individual investors and does not guarantee returns.

Analyst Disclosures

• The report is prepared by Jefferies analysts, including Edward Mundy, ACA and Andrei Andon-Ionita, CFA.
• Analysts may have conflicts of interest, as Jefferies may receive compensation from companies covered in the report.
• The report is not investment advice and should be considered as one of many factors in making investment decisions.
• Non-US analysts may not be subject to certain regulations, including FINRA Rule 2241.

Company Overview

• Diageo is the No. 1 premium spirits company globally.
• Spirits account for 75% of group sales, with major brands such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Tanqueray, and Captain Morgan.
• Beer contributes 19% of group sales, with Guinness as the flagship brand.
• North America is a key market, contributing 31% of sales and 40% of profits.

Other Important Disclosures

• Jefferies may make a market in Diageo's securities or ADRs.
• The report may include forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties.
• The report is not tailored to individual investors and is intended for professional or institutional investors in most jurisdictions.
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance: The report is subject to various regulations and disclosures depending on the jurisdiction, including FINRA, SEC, BAFIN, DFSA, SEBI, AFSL, and Singapore's Financial Advisers Regulations.

Summary of Key Points

• 3Q25 Organic Sales: +5.9% (vs. 1H25 +2.4%).
• Underlying Growth: +1.9% in 3Q25, showing improvement over previous quarters.
• F25 Guidance: Sequential improvement in organic net sales; slight EBIT decline in 2H25.
• F26 Guidance: FCF target of ~$3bn; positive operating leverage.
• Tariff Impact: $150m annualized, with half mitigable.
• Investment Rating: Buy with a price target of 2,500.00p.
• Strategic Focus: Accelerate programme emphasizes cash, cost efficiency, consistency, and deleveraging.
• Valuation: Trading at 17x P/E, comparable to staples.
• Risks: Macro, FX, regulatory, and tariff uncertainties.

Conclusion

Diageo is in recovery mode, with positive organic sales growth and stable FCF guidance for F26. The new CFO is expected to bring fresh thinking on costs and returns, and the company is focusing on long-term value creation through the Accelerate programme. The Buy rating reflects confidence in the company's performance and strategic direction, though investors should be aware of the risks associated with macroeconomic, regulatory, and currency factors.