🥃 Diageo PLC: Global Beverage Powerhouse
Diageo is home to iconic brands like Johnnie Walker, Guinness, and Tanqueray. Despite recent headwinds, it remains a cornerstone of the FTSE 100.
📈 Share Price & Performance
- Share Price: 1,829.00p
- 52-Week High: 2,677.00p
- 52-Week Low: 1,820.50p
- 1-Year Return: +24.08%
- 3-Year Return: +53.35%
- 5-Year Return: +34.95%
The stock has rebounded recently, but it’s still down 44% over the past 3 years, reflecting investor concerns over earnings and leadership changes.
💰 Valuation Metrics
- Market Cap: £40.49 billion
- P/E Ratio: 14.22
- PEG Ratio: Not available (due to negative EPS growth)
- EPS Growth (YoY): –12%
The PEG ratio is unavailable because earnings have declined, making growth projections unreliable.
💸 Dividend & Yield
- Dividend Yield: 4.35%
- Recent Dividend: 31.48p (Interim, paid April 2025)
- Payout Ratio: ~65% (estimated)
Diageo maintains a strong dividend policy, appealing to income-focused investors.
🧠 Analyst Sentiment
Despite the slump, some analysts forecast a potential rally, citing Diageo’s global brand strength and cost-cutting efforts. The recent CEO departure and interim CFO appointment have added uncertainty, but long-term fundamentals remain solid.
