Diageo shares rise following report that new CEO plans sweeping executive overhaul

Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) shares rose 1.8% to 1,813 pence after the Financial Times reported that Dave Lewis, the drinks group's recently appointed chief executive, is planning a significant restructuring of the company's leadership team. Lewis intends to replace several members of Diageo's 14-person executive committee and remove entire layers of management, the newspaper said, citing people familiar with the matter.

Proactive Investors • Feb 20, 2026

HEINY or DEO: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors interested in stocks from the Beverages - Alcohol sector have probably already heard of Heineken NV (HEINY) and Diageo (DEO). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 19, 2026

Diageo 1H26 Earnings Ready to Unfold: What Are the Chances of a Beat?

DEO gears up to report 1H26 results amid weakness in the United States and China, but strength in Europe, LAC and Africa could shape the earnings outcome.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 18, 2026

Bloomberg's 2026 Watch List Flags 5 Ideal 'Safer' February Dividend Buys

Bloomberg's 2026 Dividend Focus list highlights 16 'safer' stocks with free cash flow yields exceeding dividend yields, signaling strong dividend sustainability. Top projected net gains for 2026 include PT Telekom at 70.36%, with average net gain estimates of 28.13% across the top ten dividend-focused stocks. Five 'IDEAL' stocks—Continental, Aviva, PT Telekom, Danske Bank, and Western Midstream—offer dividends from $1,000 invested that exceed their single share price.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 11, 2026

Captain Morgan Caps Football Season Celebrating Crews From Coast to Coast, Featuring West Wilson, TWINSICK, and a Surprise Super Bowl LX Experience

ICYMI: The Official Spiced Rum of Super Bowl LX just turned the big weekend into a celebration of fan-fueled gameday moments and crew love, delivering fans 21+ unforgettable experiences from the Bay Area to Gainesville, Florida. NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- After the final whistle, Captain Morgan showed that the most epic game-day moments happen when fans go all in with their crew.

PRNewsWire • Feb 10, 2026

3 International Stocks to Buy for 2026

Plus, which countries and sectors look most attractive to invest in today. In this bonus episode of The Morning Filter podcast, host Susan Dziubinski talks with Morningstar chief Europe markets strategist Michael Field about international investing.

Morningstar • Feb 5, 2026

Artisan Global Value Fund Q4 2025 Portfolio Activity

Artisan Global Value Fund Q4 2025 Portfolio Activity

Seeking Alpha • Feb 3, 2026

Diageo tipped for upside if it leans further into the mainstream

Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) could revive performance if it leans harder into mainstream spirits and steps back from premiumisation, that's according to analysts at RBC, who have repeated an 'Outperform' rating and £20.00 price target. RBC said the most plausible route to recovery is a bigger push into mainstream price points and a less passive stance on category growth.

Proactive Investors • Jan 30, 2026

Diageo gets cautious view from JPMorgan as spirits sector struggles to reset

Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) may deliver reassuring results at its interims next month, but the outlook remains fragile as the spirits sector continues to grapple with structural headwinds, according to JPMorgan. In a note addressing the recent rebound in spirits shares, analyst Celine Pannuti said the bounce follows a tough 2025, where the sector fell 29% against a 3% gain for European staples.

Proactive Investors • Jan 27, 2026

Diageo preview: weak first half expected, with Drastic Dave's turnaround plans eyed

Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) will be closely watched when it reports first-half results, after its shares slid to a decade low last year and ex-Tesco boss Sir Dave Lewis was appointed chief executive to lead a turnaround. The Guinness and Johnnie Walker maker was top of many people's lists as a potential rebound story for 2026, and interim numbers on 25 February will provide a first look at what plans are in place from the CEO once known as 'Drastic Dave' for his preference for aggressive cost-cutting and streamlining operations.

Proactive Investors • Jan 22, 2026