Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Third quarter consolidated net sales revenue decreased by 3.3% [19] - Underlying pre-tax income fell by 11.9% [19] - Underlying earnings per share declined by 7.2% [19] - The U.S. beer industry volume was down by 4.7% based on internal estimates [19] - A non-cash partial goodwill impairment charge of $3.6 billion was recorded [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. volume share decreased by 40 basis points, with better performance in the on-premise channel compared to off-premise [19] - Contract brewing negatively impacted Americas financial volume by 450,000 hectoliters, equating to a 3 percentage point headwind [19] - EMEA and APAC volumes continued to be pressured due to soft market demand and heightened competition [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The macro environment has pressured demand across regions, particularly affecting lower-income and Hispanic consumers in the U.S. [8][9] - The company believes the current industry softness is cyclical rather than structural [9][44] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to focus on building strong and scalable brands in both Beer and Beyond Beer [10] - There is a commitment to premiumization, particularly in the U.S. market where the company is underindexed in above-premium segments [12][44] - The company plans to implement structural changes to enhance agility and decision-making at the local level [16][76] - A corporate restructuring plan is in place to create a leaner organization, reducing salaried headcount by approximately 400 positions or 9% [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the challenges posed by macroeconomic factors but remains confident in the company's ability to return to growth [5][9] - The company expects to reaffirm its 2025 guidance but anticipates results at the low end of prior ranges for key metrics [22] - Management emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy balance sheet and strong free cash flow while investing in growth opportunities [18] Other Important Information - The company is committed to its dividend and share repurchase program, viewing its stock as a compelling investment [18] - The company plans to redeploy savings from restructuring to invest in key brands and commercial capabilities [17][70] Q&A Session Questions and Answers Question: What are the biggest opportunities and challenges ahead for the new CEO? - The new CEO highlighted the need to strengthen core brands and address share losses in the economy and flavor categories while capitalizing on opportunities in above-premium segments [30] Question: Can you provide insights on the implied improvement for the fourth quarter? - The company expects better top-line performance in EMEA, APAC, and Canada, along with softer comps from contract brewing in the U.S. [32] Question: What pressures are facing the beer category, and why is it believed to be cyclical? - Management noted that the beer category has faced structural issues but believes current challenges are cyclical due to macroeconomic factors [44] Question: How does the company plan to balance investments between Beer and Beyond Beer? - The company intends to maintain a strong focus on beer while also investing in Beyond Beer to ensure it becomes a significant growth driver [78]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Third quarter consolidated net sales revenue decreased by 3.3% [23] - Underlying pretax income fell by 11.9% [23] - Underlying earnings per share declined by 7.2% [23] - U.S. beer industry volume was down by 4.7% based on internal estimates [23] - A non-cash partial goodwill impairment charge of $3.6 billion was recorded [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. volume share decreased by 40 basis points, with better performance in the on-premise channel compared to off-premise [24] - Contract brewing was a 450,000 hectoliter headwind to Americas financial volume [24] - EMEA and APAC volumes continued to be pressured by soft market demand [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The macro environment has pressured demand across regions, particularly affecting lower-income and Hispanic consumers in the U.S. [9] - The Midwest premium pricing remained elevated but within expected ranges [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to focus on building strong and scalable brands in both beer and Beyond Beer [10] - Plans to prioritize investments in core and economy beer portfolios while transforming above-premium and Beyond Beer portfolios [11] - The company intends to increase focus on economy brands and capitalize on the success of brands like Banquet [12][13] - A corporate restructuring plan is being implemented to create a leaner organization and optimize cost structures [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the current industry softness is cyclical and expects to return to growth [9] - The company is committed to improving shareholder value and maintaining a disciplined capital allocation approach [21] - Management acknowledges the challenges posed by macroeconomic factors but remains confident in the company's ability to navigate these headwinds [9][21] Other Important Information - The company expects to reaffirm its 2025 guidance, anticipating declines in key metrics [27] - Year-end U.S. distributor inventory levels are expected to be lower compared to year-end 2024 [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the biggest opportunities and challenges ahead for the new CEO? - The new CEO highlighted the importance of listening to employees and customers, focusing on strengthening core brands and addressing gaps in the economy and flavor categories [37][39] Question: Can you provide insights on the implied improvement for Q4? - Management expects better top-line performance in EMEA, APAC, and Canada, along with lower G&A expenses due to reduced incentive compensation [40][41] Question: What are the pressures facing the beer category, and why is it considered cyclical? - Management noted that the beer category has faced structural issues but believes the current challenges are largely cyclical due to macroeconomic factors [52][53] Question: How does the company plan to address the upcoming bond maturity? - The company will review its debt as it approaches maturity, maintaining a focus on its leverage ratio [68] Question: What is the outlook for the economy portfolio? - The management emphasized the need to support the economy portfolio through appropriate marketing, innovation, and regional strategies [96]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated net sales revenue decreased by 3.3% in Q3 2025 [18] - Underlying pre-tax income declined by 11.9% [18] - Underlying earnings per share fell by 7.2% [18] - The U.S. beer industry volume was down by 4.7% based on internal estimates [18] - A non-cash partial goodwill impairment charge of $3.6 billion was recorded [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. volume share decreased by 40 basis points, with better performance in the on-premise channel compared to off-premise [18] - Contract brewing was a 450,000 hectoliter headwind to the Americas financial volume [18] - Volume in the Americas and APAC continued to be pressured across all regions due to soft market demand [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The macro environment in Europe contributed to continued industry softness, impacting demand [7] - The Midwest premium pricing remained elevated, with marketing expenses increasing while G&A decreased due to lower incentive compensation [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to focus on building strong and scalable brands in both beer and beyond beer [8] - There is a commitment to premiumization, particularly in the above-premium segment, where the company is underindexed in the U.S. [10] - The company plans to invest in core and economy beer portfolios while transforming above-premium and beyond beer portfolios [8][10] - A corporate restructuring plan is being implemented to create a leaner organization and reinvest in key brands and capabilities [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the current industry softness is cyclical and expects a return to growth as macro issues are resolved [7][42] - The company is committed to returning cash to shareholders while also looking for scalable and accretive M&A opportunities [16][48] - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate near-term challenges and return to top and bottom-line growth [7][17] Other Important Information - The company expects to reaffirm its 2025 guidance but anticipates coming in at the low end of prior ranges for key metrics [20] - Year-end U.S. distributor inventory levels are expected to be lower compared to year-end 2024 [21] Q&A Session Questions and Answers Question: What are the biggest opportunities and challenges ahead for the new CEO? - The new CEO highlighted the need to strengthen core brands and address share losses in the economy and flavor categories while recognizing the strong foundation of the company [28] Question: Can you provide insights on the implied improvement for Q4? - Management expects better top-line performance in the Americas, APAC, and Canada, driven by lapping softer comps from contract brewing [31] Question: How do you view the pressures facing the beer category? - Management believes the current pressures are cyclical, influenced by macroeconomic factors, and expects a return to pre-2025 levels once these issues are resolved [42] Question: What is the company's approach to capital deployment and M&A? - The company aims to be disciplined in capital deployment, focusing on accretive deals that fill portfolio gaps while maintaining a strong balance sheet [48] Question: How will the restructuring improve agility and speed? - The restructuring is designed to bring leadership closer to market execution, enabling quicker decision-making and resource allocation [70]

Financial Performance - Net sales for Q3 2025 were $2,973.5 million, a decrease of 2.3% compared to $3,042.7 million in Q3 2024[19] - Gross profit for Q3 2025 was $1,173.5 million, down from $1,202.5 million in Q3 2024, reflecting a decline of 2.4%[19] - The company reported a net loss of $2,936.9 million in Q3 2025, compared to a net income of $228.8 million in Q3 2024[20] - Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was a loss of $2,389.5 million, compared to a profit of $864.0 million for the same period in 2024[25] - The net loss for the third quarter of 2025 is reported at $2,922.0 million, compared to a net income of $865.7 million for the same period in 2023[28] - The company reported a basic loss per share of $14.79 for Q3 2025, compared to earnings of $0.96 per share in Q3 2024[19] - The company reported a net loss attributable to MCBC of $2,927.6 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to a net income of $199.8 million in the same period of 2024[116] - The company reported a net loss of $2,152.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025[214] Goodwill and Impairments - Goodwill impairment of $3,645.7 million was recorded in Q3 2025, significantly impacting overall financial performance[19] - Goodwill impairment recorded was $3,645.7 million, with no impairment reported in the previous year[25] - A partial goodwill impairment charge of $3,645.7 million was recorded in the third quarter of 2025 related to the Americas reporting unit[129] - The carrying value of goodwill decreased to $1,943.5 million as of September 30, 2025, down from $5,582.3 million as of December 31, 2024, due to a partial impairment loss of $3,645.7 million recorded during the third quarter of 2025[63][64] - The Americas segment experienced an accumulated impairment loss of $5,159.0 million as of September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing risk of future impairments[63][66] - A partial impairment charge of $198.6 million was recognized for the Staropramen family of brands intangible asset in the EMEA&APAC segment during the third quarter of 2025[111] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to $22,873.4 million as of September 30, 2025, down from $26,064.3 million at the end of 2024[23] - Current liabilities increased to $5,344.8 million as of September 30, 2025, compared to $3,045.2 million at the end of 2024[23] - The company’s total equity decreased to $10,523.3 million as of September 30, 2025, down from $13,284.2 million at the end of 2024[23] - Cash and cash equivalents were $950.2 million as of September 30, 2025, slightly down from $969.3 million at the end of 2024[23] - Total current assets increased to $2,042.9 million from $1,859.8 million as of December 31, 2024[214] - Total current liabilities rose significantly to $4,969.6 million from $2,673.9 million as of December 31, 2024[214] - Total noncurrent assets decreased to $20,147.0 million from $23,958.2 million as of December 31, 2024[214] - Long-term debt as of September 30, 2025, was $3,833.8 million, down from $6,063.6 million as of December 31, 2024[214] Cash Flow and Investments - Net cash provided by operating activities decreased to $1,243.7 million from $1,415.8 million year-over-year[25] - Net cash used in investing activities was $(635.1) million, compared to $(530.3) million in the prior year[25] - The balance of cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period was $950.2 million, down from $1,021.7 million at the end of the previous year[25] - The company made a minority investment of $88.1 million in Fevertree Drinks plc, with the investment recorded at a fair value of $127.4 million as of September 30, 2025[61] - The company incurred total capital expenditures of $533.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $563.0 million in the same period of 2024, a decrease of approximately 5.2%[118] - Net cash used in investing activities increased by $104.8 million to $635.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily due to investments in Fevertree Drinks plc and acquisitions[194] Expenses - Marketing, general and administrative expenses were $686.7 million in Q3 2025, compared to $684.7 million in Q3 2024, indicating a slight increase[19] - Depreciation and amortization increased to $530.2 million from $512.1 million year-over-year[25] - Other operating expenses increased by $240.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily due to intangible asset impairments[157] - The interest expense for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $62.7 million, compared to $106.4 million in the same period of 2024, indicating a significant reduction of approximately 41.0%[116] Shareholder Returns - Dividends paid increased to $285.7 million from $279.4 million year-over-year[25] - The company declared dividends totaling $93.4 million in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting a significant commitment to returning value to shareholders[28] - During the nine months ended September 30, 2025, dividends declared to eligible shareholders were $1.41 per share, with the CAD equivalent equal to CAD 1.96 per share[37] Restructuring and Strategic Initiatives - The company expects to incur restructuring charges between $35 million to $50 million as part of an Americas restructuring plan, which involves the elimination of approximately 400 salaried positions by the end of December 2025[52] - The Americas restructuring plan will eliminate approximately 400 salaried positions by the end of December 2025, with expected restructuring charges between $35 million and $50 million[126] - The company aims to expand its product portfolio beyond traditional beer offerings, including flavored beverages and spirits, to capture a wider consumer base[119] - The company obtained exclusive rights to produce, market, and sell Fever-Tree products in the U.S., aligning with its strategy to expand beyond the beer aisle[131] Market Conditions and Challenges - Other comprehensive income for the third quarter of 2025 shows a loss of $78.2 million, indicating challenges in market conditions[28] - Financial volume decreased by 6.0% to 19.385 million hectoliters for the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to 20.629 million hectoliters in the same period of 2024[135] - The company plans to continue evaluating strategies to mitigate the impact of economic and competitive pressures on its business[123] - The company recognized a loss of $41.1 million related to the disposal of certain U.S. craft businesses during the third quarter of 2024[132] Taxation - The effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was 16%, a decrease from 31% in the prior year, primarily due to a $3,645.7 million partial goodwill impairment[99] - The effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was 14%, down from 25% in the prior year, largely due to the impact of the goodwill impairment[160]

分组1 - Molson Coors Brewing reported quarterly earnings of $1.67 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.72 per share, and down from $1.80 per share a year ago, representing an earnings surprise of -2.91% [1] - The company posted revenues of $2.97 billion for the quarter ended September 2025, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.67%, and down from $3.04 billion year-over-year [2] - Molson Coors shares have declined approximately 24.6% since the beginning of the year, contrasting with the S&P 500's gain of 16.5% [3] 分组2 - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $1.18 on revenues of $2.73 billion, and for the current fiscal year, it is $5.45 on revenues of $11.26 billion [7] - The Zacks Industry Rank for Beverages - Alcohol is in the bottom 29% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating potential underperformance compared to the top 50% of ranked industries [8]

Q3 2025 Financial Performance - Financial volume decreased by 60% to 19385 million hectoliters[7] - Brand volume decreased by 45% to 20366 million hectoliters[7] - Net sales revenue decreased by 33% to $2973 million on a constant currency basis[7] - Underlying income before income taxes decreased by 119% to $426 million on a constant currency basis[7] - Underlying earnings per diluted share decreased by 72% to $167[7] Capital Allocation - Net debt as of September 30 2025 was $5342 million an increase of 24%[7] - Dividend per share increased by 68% to $047[7] - Shares repurchased decreased by 567% to 0502 million shares[7] - Capital expenditures incurred for Q3 YTD 2025 were $405 million[35] 2025 Full Year Outlook - The company expects a net sales revenue decline of 3% to 4% on a constant currency basis[46] - The company expects an underlying income before income taxes decline of 12% to 15% on a constant currency basis[46] - The company expects an underlying diluted earnings per share decline of 7% to 10%[46]

Core Insights - Molson Coors Beverage Co. recorded impairment charges of nearly $4 billion, reflecting ongoing challenges in sales performance and asset valuation [1][3][6] - The company reported a 2.3% decline in net sales for the third quarter, totaling $2.97 billion, with a significant drop in financial volumes [5][6] - CEO Rahul Goyal emphasized the need for rapid transformation within the company, announcing job cuts and structural changes to enhance agility and reinvestment capabilities [4][5] Financial Performance - The third-quarter net sales decreased by over 2%, with a 6% decline in financial volumes for Molson Coors' owned brands [1][6] - The Americas division experienced a 3.6% sales drop, while the combined EMEA and APAC division saw a 2.4% decline [6] - The company reported a third-quarter operating loss of $3.43 billion and a net loss of $2.93 billion, contrasting with an operating income of $451.2 million and net income of $199.8 million in the same period last year [6] Impairment Charges - A "triggering event" led to a partial goodwill impairment loss of $3.65 billion for the Americas reporting unit [3] - Intangible impairment losses of $273.9 million were recorded for the Blue Run Spirits asset group and Staropramen brands [3] Management Commentary - CFO Tracey Joubert noted that underlying financial results were largely as expected, impacted by industry challenges and increased competition [7] - The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance but anticipates results at the lower end of the expected ranges for key metrics [7]

Group 1 - Molson Coors reported a loss in the third quarter, indicating challenges within the beer industry [1] - The company experienced lower sales during this period, reflecting a broader slump affecting the sector [1]

Financial Performance - Net sales decreased by 2.3% to $2,973.5 million, with a 3.3% decline in constant currency[6] - U.S. GAAP loss before income taxes was $3,495.5 million, a decline of $3,826.9 million from the prior year, primarily due to a $3,645.7 million non-cash partial goodwill impairment charge[5] - Underlying (Non-GAAP) income before income taxes decreased by 11.9% in constant currency to $426.0 million[5] - U.S. GAAP net loss attributable to Molson Coors was $2,927.6 million, resulting in a diluted loss per share of $14.79[5] - Financial volume decreased by 6.0%, driven by lower shipments in both the Americas and EMEA&APAC segments[9] - Brand volume decreased by 4.5%, including a 4.4% decrease in the Americas segment and a 5.0% decrease in the EMEA&APAC segment[9] - Underlying net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $844.8 million, a decrease of 13.9% compared to the prior year[6] - Total net sales in the Americas decreased by 3.6%, driven by a 6.5% decline in financial volume, partially offset by a 3.0% favorable price and sales mix[18][19] - EMEA&APAC segment net sales increased by 2.4% to $721.0 million, with a reported income loss before income taxes of $110.4 million, a decline of $162.0 million from the prior year[22][30] - Underlying (Non-GAAP) income before income taxes decreased by 15.1% in constant currency, primarily due to lower financial volume and cost inflation[30] Cash Flow and Dividends - Cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $1,243.7 million, a decrease of $172.1 million compared to the prior year[28] - Underlying (Non-GAAP) free cash flow for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $782.1 million, a decrease of $73.9 million from the prior year[33] - The company paid cash dividends of $285.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $279.4 million in the prior year[33] - Dividends paid in the nine months ended September 30, 2025, totaled $285.7 million, compared to $279.4 million in 2024[43] Debt and Financial Ratios - Total debt as of September 30, 2025, was $6,292.0 million, resulting in a net debt to underlying EBITDA ratio of 2.28x, up from 2.10x in the prior year[33] - Net debt (Non-GAAP) as of September 30, 2025, was $5,341.8 million, compared to $5,219.0 million as of September 30, 2024, reflecting an increase of 2.4%[74] - The net debt (Non-GAAP) to underlying (Non-GAAP) EBITDA ratio increased to 2.28 as of September 30, 2025, from 2.10 in the prior year[74] Operational Changes and Restructuring - A restructuring plan was announced, involving the elimination of approximately 400 salaried positions across the Americas segment, with expected charges of $35 million to $50 million[31] - The company expects to implement cost reduction strategies, including a restructuring plan announced in October 2025, to address cost inflation and market challenges[39] Future Outlook - The company expects a 3% to 4% decline in net sales on a constant currency basis for the full year 2025, anticipating being at the low end of the range[33] - Future outlook includes expectations for improved capital expenditures and operational funding, alongside anticipated impacts from macroeconomic forces and consumer preferences[39] Impairments and Losses - The company incurred a goodwill impairment of $3,645.7 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025[41] - The company recorded a partial goodwill impairment loss of $3,645.7 million during the three months ended September 30, 2025, with $77.5 million attributable to noncontrolling interests[59] - Intangible impairment losses totaled $273.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, with $18.9 million attributable to a noncontrolling interest[60] Taxation - The effective tax rate decreased to 16% from 31% in the prior year, influenced by the non-deductible portion of the goodwill impairment[11][13] - The effective tax rate under U.S. GAAP for Q3 2025 was 16%, down from 31% in Q3 2024, showing a significant improvement[72] - The underlying (Non-GAAP) effective tax rate for Q3 2025 was 22%, slightly down from 24% in Q3 2024[72] Volume and Sales Metrics - Q3 2025 net sales decreased by 3.6% to $2,260.0 million compared to Q3 2024[44] - Total worldwide brand volume decreased by 4.5% to 20.366 million hectoliters in Q3 2025 from 21.332 million hectoliters in Q3 2024[46] - The company reported a significant decline in contract brewing and wholesale/factored volume, down 50.1% in the Americas[46] - Financial volume in the Americas for Q3 2025 was 13.738 million hectoliters, down 6.5% from 14.695 million hectoliters in Q3 2024[46] - EMEA&APAC financial volume for Q3 2025 was 5.649 million hectoliters, a decrease of 4.9% compared to 5.938 million hectoliters in Q3 2024[46] Non-GAAP Measures - Non-GAAP measures are used for operational and financial decision-making, providing a clearer view of business performance[51] - The total non-GAAP adjustment items for the three months ended September 30, 2025, amounted to $3,921.5 million[64] - The underlying (Non-GAAP) income before income taxes for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $1,088.6 million[66]

Core Insights - Molson Coors Beverage Company reported a challenging third quarter for 2025, with net sales decreasing by 2.3% to $2,973.5 million compared to $3,042.7 million in the same period last year, primarily due to lower financial volume and increased competition in the industry [4][5][8]. Financial Performance - The company experienced a U.S. GAAP loss before income taxes of $3,495.5 million, a significant decline from the prior year's income before income taxes, largely attributed to a $3,645.7 million non-cash partial goodwill impairment charge [5][10]. - Underlying income before income taxes was $426.0 million, reflecting an 11.9% decrease in constant currency [5][10]. - U.S. GAAP net loss attributable to Molson Coors was $2,927.6 million, resulting in a diluted loss per share of $14.79 [5][10]. - Underlying diluted earnings per share decreased by 7.2% to $1.67 [5][10]. Volume and Sales Dynamics - Financial volume decreased by 6.0%, with brand volume down by 4.5%, indicating lower shipments in both the Americas and EMEA&APAC segments [9][19]. - Price and sales mix positively impacted net sales by 2.7%, while foreign currency effects contributed an additional 1.0% [8][9]. - Net sales per hectoliter increased by 4.0% reported and 2.9% on a constant currency basis [9][19]. Segment Performance - In the Americas segment, net sales decreased by 3.6% to $2,260.0 million, driven by lower financial volume, partially offset by a favorable price and sales mix [13][16]. - The EMEA&APAC segment saw a 2.4% increase in net sales, primarily due to favorable foreign currency impacts and price mix, despite a 4.9% decline in financial volume [25][26]. Cost and Expense Management - Cost of goods sold decreased by 2.2% on a reported basis, but COGS per hectoliter increased by 4.1% due to cost inflation and unfavorable mix [10][11]. - Marketing, general, and administrative expenses increased by 0.3% on a reported basis, primarily due to timing of marketing investments [10][11]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - Net cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $1,243.7 million, a decrease of $172.1 million compared to the previous year [28]. - Total debt as of September 30, 2025, was $6,292.0 million, with cash and cash equivalents totaling $950.2 million, resulting in a net debt of $5,341.8 million [28]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates a decline in net sales of 3% to 4% on a constant currency basis for the full year 2025, expecting to be at the low end of the range for key financial metrics [28]. - A restructuring plan was announced to create a leaner organization, involving the elimination of approximately 400 salaried positions, with expected charges of $35 million to $50 million [29].