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    • Tuesday, 15 February, 2022
      Pernod Ricard asks senior staff in Hong Kong to temporarily relocate

      Move by maker of Jameson whiskey and Martell cognac comes as multinationals review risks of staying in city

    • Wednesday, 2 September, 2020
      LexBeer and spirits
      Pernod/whisky: the Scottish play Premium content

      Pandemic, tariffs and political uncertainty weigh on French distiller

    • Friday, 10 April, 2020
      News in-depthFood & Beverage
      Global drinks makers race to keep party spirit going

      Brewers and distillers cut costs and boost cash as coronavirus lockdowns force new sales strategies

    • Monday, 16 March, 2020
      Food & Beverage
      European distillers turn to making sanitisers to tackle shortage

      Pernod Ricard to supply ingredients while gin makers join LVMH in switching production

    • Thursday, 13 February, 2020
      Pernod Ricard curbs profit target on China virus outbreak

      First-half results beat expectations helped by earlier lunar new year and cost cuts

    • Saturday, 1 February, 2020
      European companies
      Paris puts alcohol-free drinks at the centre of cocktail week 

      Spirits industry leaders and new brands chase new premium market

    • Tuesday, 3 December, 2019
      Due Diligence
      French protectionism is being challenged by a new wave of activists Premium content

      Welcome to Due Diligence, the FT’s daily deals briefing

    • Friday, 29 November, 2019
      News in-depthInvestor activism
      Activist investors lay down challenge to corporate France

      Paris establishment grapples with how to respond as bigger companies become targets

    • Thursday, 3 October, 2019
      Lex
      Pernod Ricard/Elliott: spirit guide Premium content

      French drinks maker’s thirst for reform will be welcomed by the US activist investor

    • Thursday, 29 August, 2019
      Pernod Ricard launches buyback and unveils new projects in US, China

      Maker of Jameson whiskey under pressure from activist investor Elliott Management

    • Monday, 10 June, 2019
      Food & Beverage
      Changing tastes create winners and losers in booze industry

      Beer sales flag as consumers opt for healthier options while spirits and cocktails boom

    • Friday, 22 March, 2019
      News in-depthBeer and spirits
      Family ties complicate the mix when it comes to spirits

      Campari chief predicts dealmaking will rise as the benefits of scale start to outweigh dynastic pride

    • Monday, 25 February, 2019
      Fund management
      Cartoon, February 25

      The Mega Files: Elliott Management and the activist challenge at Pernod Ricard

    • Thursday, 7 February, 2019
      Pernod Ricard raises annual profit target amid activist challenge

      Chief executive unveils strategic plan to counter Elliott’s operating margin critique

    • Wednesday, 23 January, 2019
      Pernod Ricard beefs up governance after activist’s arrival

      Creates lead independent director post on board

    • Friday, 18 January, 2019
      Pernod Ricard weighs boardroom shake-up after activist takes stake

      US hedge fund Elliott Management disclosed €1bn stake in December

    • Friday, 14 December, 2018
      News in-depthWeek in Review
      Pernod Ricard’s third-generation leader faces battle of his life

      Chief executive Alexandre Ricard aims to defend French family spirits company from US activist

    • Friday, 14 December, 2018
      The Top LineTom Braithwaite
      How Elliott’s activists conquered Europe

      From Pernod Ricard to AC Milan, the hedge fund has breached traditional defences

    • Thursday, 13 December, 2018
      Due Diligence
      Elliott takes investor activism to Paris Premium content

      Welcome to Due Diligence, the FT’s daily deals briefing

    • Thursday, 13 December, 2018
      InterviewBeer and spirits
      Pernod Ricard chief defends family firm from activist

      US hedge fund Elliott is pushing for changes at the spirits maker

    • Wednesday, 12 December, 2018
      LexFood & Beverage
      Pernod/Elliott: the naked truth Premium content

      Shouty, New York-style activism plays poorly in Europe

    • Wednesday, 12 December, 2018
      Hedge fund Elliott builds €1bn stake in Pernod Ricard

      Activist investor seeks higher margins and better governance at French spirits group

    • Wednesday, 29 August, 2018
      LexEuropean companies
      Pernod Ricard: no half measures Premium content

      Acquisitions matter but a history of pricey purchases shows the value of taking a sober view

    • Wednesday, 29 August, 2018
      Retail & Consumer industry
      Pernod Ricard quenches Asia’s thirst as global sales rise 
    • Thursday, 7 June, 2018
      LexLuxury goods
      Rémy Cointreau: the bald truth Premium content

      Rarity factor justifies high share price but cognac group is vulnerable to fashion

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