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Brown-Forman Corporation(BF-B)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 18 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+6.26% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$30.37
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BF-B

11/09/2026: BF-B (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Brown-Forman is a longstanding, family-controlled producer of premium spirits, best known for its iconic Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey. The company benefits from strong pricing power, high brand loyalty, and a consistent history of dividend payments, making it a stable choice for income-oriented investors. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the continued premiumization of the tequila market and expanding its ready-to-drink cocktail portfolio. However, the business faces risks related to heavy reliance on a single core brand, potential shifts in health-conscious consumer preferences, and exposure to inflationary costs. Investors should monitor the company's ability to maintain brand relevance globally while managing macroeconomic pressures on consumer discretionary spending.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth potential through premiumization rather than rapid expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically exhibits low beta and steady performance rather than high-momentum swings.
Value investorMixed fitThe company often trades at a premium multiple due to brand strength and stability.
Dividend investorStrong fitLong history of consecutive dividend increases makes it attractive for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fitEstablished brands and stable cash flows provide a defensive profile for risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock typically moves in line with consumer staples, exhibiting less volatility than high-growth tech.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors often pay a premium for brand strength, which can limit upside in expensive market conditions.
Competition risk (spirits industry)Medium / highIntense competition from global peers and local craft distillers requires heavy marketing spend.
Business qualityStrongThe company possesses a world-class brand portfolio with strong pricing power and high barriers to entry.
Dividend incomeStrongReliable dividend growth provides a steady income stream for long-term investors.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on maintaining brand relevance in a shifting consumer landscape.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -69.85%
Avg. Invested days 18
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BF-B receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BF-B has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong cash generation (FCF margin 22.7%) and solid profitability (net margin 18.2%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-17.7%), slightly negative revenue growth (-1.2%), modest insider ownership of 2.80%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BF-B's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 35.0%). Overall financial-health metrics support a 4-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is BF-B's strongest growth driver at +107.2% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-1.2%, slightly negative) and earnings growth (-17.7%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 72.3% and approximately 109.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 2.80% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BF-B generates approximately $605 of gross profit, $282 of operating income, and $227 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.21%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BF-B has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 14.03B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 19.73
1Y Target Price 28.26
Price to earnings Ratio 19.73
1Y Target Price 28.26
Volume (30-day avg) 2.6M shares
Beta 0.31
52 Weeks Range 22.23 - 31.64
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 22.23 - 31.64
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.97%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.55

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
WhiskeyJack Daniel's and Woodford Reserve sales.The primary engine of revenue, relying on brand loyalty and premium pricing.
TequilaHerradura and el Jimador portfolios.A high-growth category representing an increasingly important part of the company's product mix.
GeographyGlobal sales, with heavy concentration in the U.S.International expansion remains key to diversifying away from domestic market dependence.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE 19.73
Forward PE 18.08
Enterprise Value 16.32B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.58
Enterprise Value 16.32B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.58
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.17
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.98
Shares Outstanding 290.38M
Shares Floating 318.59M
Shares Outstanding 290.38M
Shares Floating 318.59M
Percent Insiders 2.8
Percent Institutions 72.33

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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