Pernod Ricard stock weighs India growth against US and China weakness

Pernod Ricard reported a mixed start to fiscal 2027 on October 15, with stronger demand in India offsetting pressure in the United States and China. The French spirits group said organic net sales fell 0.9 percent to 2.234 billion euros in the first quarter, while reported sales declined 6.3 percent. The figures were published in the company’s Q1 FY27 sales release.

India Leads A Divided Regional Picture

India delivered 19 percent sales growth, supported by strong consumer demand, continuing premiumisation and broad gains across imported spirits and local brands. Pernod Ricard also cited momentum for Jameson, Absolut and Ballantine’s, alongside double-digit growth for the Royal Stag and Blenders Pride whisky brands.

The performance in the two other major markets was substantially weaker. Sales fell 10 percent in the United States and 25 percent in China, with inventory adjustments weighing on both markets. Pernod Ricard said underlying depletions in China returned to growth ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, although the market remains exposed to a challenging macroeconomic environment and regulatory pressure on parts of the on-trade.

Outside the United States and China, sales increased 4 percent. Asia excluding China was a key source of momentum, while Europe declined 6 percent and global travel retail fell 4 percent. Group volumes returned to growth, rising 6 percent, and volumes for Strategic International Brands increased 2 percent.

Stable Outlook Leaves Execution In Focus

Management expects organic net sales to remain broadly stable in FY27. The company anticipates further declines in the United States and China, partly offset by continued momentum in the rest of the world, particularly India. Pernod Ricard also plans to maintain advertising and promotion investment at about 16 percent of sales and expects cash conversion of about 90 percent.

The company said preparations for a potential Indian initial public offering created a favourable pipe-fill effect in the quarter. Any decision to proceed remains subject to board approval. For FY27 to FY29, Pernod Ricard is targeting average organic sales growth close to the lower end of its 3 to 6 percent range.

Pernod Ricard stock traded at 71.54 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 12:33:48 CET on Monday, November 9, 2026. Investors are likely to focus on whether Indian momentum can offset the continuing inventory correction in the United States and China.

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