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DGE Stock Chart & Stats
1771.00 p
0.50 p(0.03%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
1771.00 p
0.50 p(0.03%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range1,295.50 p - 1,903.91 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume270.00K
Average Volume (3M)4.64M
Market Cap
£39.06B
Enterprise Value50.63B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£2.03B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£22.20B
Price to Earnings (P/E)29.9
Beta0.74
Next Earnings
Jan 28, 2027EPS Estimate
0.74Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.14%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.78
Shares Outstanding2,227,580,300
10 Day Avg. Volume6,293,559
30 Day Avg. Volume4,644,785
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.72
Price to Book (P/B)3.10
Price to Sales (P/S)1.73
P/FCF Ratio10.66
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£1,974.43Price Target Upside11.49% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)1.66
Revenue Forecast (FY)£19.14B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Margins And Resilient Cash FlowDiageo’s consistently high gross and operating margins indicate meaningful brand pricing power and a structurally attractive portfolio. Resilient free cash flow also supports marketing, innovation, dividends, and debt reduction, helping preserve competitive strength through changing demand conditions.
Global Branded PortfolioA broad portfolio spanning major beverage categories and geographies gives Diageo multiple consumer occasions and routes to market. International and local brands can support premiumization, reduce dependence on one category, and provide a durable platform for selective innovation and distribution expansion.
Cost Savings And Planned DeleveragingThe restructuring program offers a credible path to improve efficiency while preserving investment in brands and innovation. Planned disposals should also reduce leverage, potentially increasing financial flexibility and allowing more cash generation to support strategic priorities over the next several years.
Bears Say
Weak Revenue And Earnings TrajectoryA weakening top line alongside a substantial decline in net profit margin suggests that Diageo’s earnings base is under pressure despite healthy operating margins. If this persists, it could limit reinvestment capacity, reduce operating leverage, and make recovery more dependent on cost actions.
Elevated LeverageElevated leverage reduces Diageo’s financial flexibility when profitability softens and leaves a meaningful portion of cash generation committed to debt service or repayment. It can constrain acquisitions, shareholder returns, and investment if weaker trading or higher funding costs persist.
North American Spirits WeaknessThe sharp North American decline affects an important spirits market and reflects weakness in a major category rather than a single isolated product issue. Continued pressure could weigh on group growth, dilute mix, and require sustained promotional or brand investment to rebuild demand.
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DGE FAQ
What was Diageo plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Diageo plc lowest share price was 1295.50 p and its highest was 1903.90 p in the past 12 months.
What is Diageo plc’s market cap?
Diageo plc’s market cap is £39.06B.
When is Diageo plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Diageo plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jan 28, 2027 which is in 97 days.
How were Diageo plc’s earnings last quarter?
Diageo plc released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported 0.523 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.476 p by 0.046 p.
Is Diageo plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Diageo plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Diageo plc pay dividends?
Diageo plc pays a Semiannually dividend of 22.39 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.14%. See more information on Diageo plc dividends here
What is Diageo plc’s EPS estimate?
Diageo plc’s EPS estimate is 0.74.
How many shares outstanding does Diageo plc have?
Diageo plc has 2,227,580,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to Diageo plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Diageo plc reported an EPS of 0.523 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.476 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.576%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Diageo plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:DGE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Diageo Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£1,974.43 (11.49% Upside)
£1,974.43 (11.49% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:DGE Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £1.0M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-2.68%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
15.52%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-5.02%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Diageo plc
Diageo plc is a leading multinational enterprise engaged in the production, marketing, and global distribution of an extensive range of alcoholic beverages through its subsidiaries. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses numerous spirit categories, including scotch, various whiskies (such as Canadian and American varieties), gin, vodka, rum, raki, liqueurs, tequila, cachaca, and brandy. Beyond spirits, Diageo also offers wines, convenient ready-to-drink products, and a selection of beers, ciders, and even non-alcoholic options. Its celebrated brands feature iconic names like Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit, and Buchanan's whiskies; Smirnoff, Cîroc, and Ketel One vodkas; Casamigos, DeLeon, and Don Julio tequilas; as well as Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray, and Guinness. Diageo maintains a significant international presence, operating across North America, Europe, Turkey, Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Asia Pacific region. Established in 1886, the company's global operations are managed from its headquarters in London, United Kingdom.
DGE Company Deck
DGE Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call was mixed but leaned positive. Management reported strong free cash flow, lower debt and leverage, operating profit and EPS growth, meaningful Accelerate savings, and solid momentum in Europe, India, Latin America and Africa. These positives were offset by significant challenges in North America and Asia Pacific, including an 8.4% North America sales decline, approximately 21% tequila decline, around 6% Asia Pacific sales decline, lower gross profit, and substantial impairment and restructuring charges.View all GB:DGE earnings summariesDGE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
1,974.43 p
▲(11.49% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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