Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B)
Consumer Staples ยท Beverages
Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since June 30, 1972. SentiSense covers Brown-Forman Corporation in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Beverages. Lawson Whiting is its chief executive officer. The company reports 4,900 employees, and its corporate website is www.brown-forman.com.
About Brown-Forman Corporation
Brown-Forman is a US-based manufacturer of premium distilled spirits. It generates over 70% of its revenue in the whiskey category, under well-known Tennessee whiskey brand Jack Daniel's and bourbon brands Woodford Reserve and Old Forester. It also manufactures and distributes tequila, vodka, rum, gin, and premium wines. The company generated 44% of fiscal 2025 sales from the US, while the bulk of international revenue comes from Europe, Australia, and Latin America. The Brown family controls over 50% of the economic interests and 67% of the voting power in the company.
Latest reported results
Brown-Forman reported revenue of $911.0 million for Q1 FY2027, down 1.4% from the same period a year earlier.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 582 institutions reported holding BF-B, with 199.0 million shares worth $5.3 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were Vanguard, FMR and BlackRock. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 1 added shares and 4 reduced their positions during the quarter.
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- BF-B ownership: all 582 reporting institutions, plus insider and congressional trades.
- BF-B financials: revenue, net income, operating margin and free cash flow through Q1 FY2027.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Brown-Forman Corporation do?
Brown-Forman is a US-based manufacturer of premium distilled spirits. It generates over 70% of its revenue in the whiskey category, under well-known Tennessee whiskey brand Jack Daniel's and bourbon brands Woodford Reserve and Old Forester.
What sector is BF-B in?
SentiSense classifies Brown-Forman Corporation in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Beverages.
Where does BF-B stock trade?
Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-B) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since June 30, 1972.
Who is the CEO of Brown-Forman Corporation?
Lawson Whiting is the chief executive officer of Brown-Forman Corporation.