Logo for Diageo plc

Diageo Investor Relations Material

Latest events

Logo for Diageo plc

H2 2024 (Q&A)

Diageo
Logo for Diageo

Trading Update

26 Sep, 2024
Logo for Diageo

H2 2024 (Q&A)

30 Jul, 2024
Access the full event backlog
Slides, Transcripts, and Reports from 11,000+ public companies

Latest reports from Diageo plc

Access all reports
Segment Data
Access more data
Sales by
Product
Spirits
Beer
Ready to drink
Other
Expenses by
Financials

A Conglomerate Iconic Drinks

Diageo, a multinational company headquartered in London, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of alcoholic beverages. Their extensive portfolio includes some of the world's most well-known alcohol brands, ranging from spirits and beers to wines. The company operates in more than 180 countries and is an important player in the alcoholic beverage industry due to its sheer size and portfolio of brands

A Long History of Alcohol Production

Diageo came to be in 1997 through the merger of Guinness and Grand Metropolitan, two companies with rich histories in the alcoholic beverages industry. The name 'Diageo' is derived from the Latin word 'dia', meaning day, and the Greek word 'geo', meaning world. The company's portfolio includes well-known brands such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Baileys, and Guinness. Despite the relative youth of the current company, the roots of its constituent companies stretch back centuries. Guinness, the world-renowned Irish stout, was established by Arthur Guinness in 1759, while Johnnie Walker started its journey in 1820. These historical brands form part of the backbone of Diageo and contribute significantly to its global success.

Further reading: Diageo: A Toast to Success in the Beverage Industry

A Product for Every Occasion

Diageo's portfolio encompasses a wide range of beverages, enabling it to cater to a variety of consumer preferences regardless of whether they’re interested in a high-quality vodka or a proper traditional stout. Brands such as Smirnoff and Johnnie Walker have established themselves as some of the world's best-selling spirits, while Guinness continues to stand tall in the beer category. The company heavily invests in the research and development of new products and works to maintain the high quality and consistency of its existing offerings. Some companies operating in the same industry include names like Campari.

Acquiring new Brands

In response to changing consumer preferences and the rise of the craft spirits movement, Diageo has evolved with the times by acquiring smaller craft and premium brands. This is highlighted by the company's purchase of Casamigos, a super-premium tequila brand, and Aviation Gin, which were both founded by famous actors.