Core Insights - The company reported a significant decline in revenues for the first half of 2025, with total revenues of €86.6 million, down 8.5% compared to the same period in 2024 [1][5][6] - The decline was particularly pronounced in the French market, where revenues fell by 17.4%, while international revenues saw a more moderate decrease of 1.3% [6][11] Revenue Breakdown - In France, revenues for H1 2025 were €35.1 million, down from €42.5 million in H1 2024, reflecting a 17.4% decline [5][8] - International revenues totaled €51.4 million in H1 2025, down from €52.4 million in H1 2024, marking a 1.3% decrease [5][11] - Q2 2025 revenues were €44.4 million, down 13.7% from €51.6 million in Q2 2024 [1][7] Market Performance - The spirits market in France continues to decline, with Q2 2025 sales down 23.8% compared to Q2 2024, largely due to distribution losses for the William Peel brand [6][8] - The On-Trade sector showed positive growth, with sales up 12.6% in H1 2025, indicating a divergence in performance between On-Trade and Off-Trade channels [6][10] - Internationally, the United States experienced a sharp revenue decline of 57.5% in Q2 2025, primarily due to inventory reductions by the importer [19][20] Strategic Responses - The company is implementing price adjustments to counteract rising costs of matured spirits and is focusing on maintaining constructive dialogue with Off-Trade chains to recover market positions [23][24] - Efforts are being made to diversify offerings through the development of Industrial Services and Agency Brands, which are showing growth potential [25][26] Outlook - The company anticipates continued challenges in the international wine and spirits market, with uncertainties regarding trade negotiations and potential increases in customs duties impacting profitability [22][26]

FY 2024 Earnings March 2025 Safe Harbor Statement During this presentation, the Company may discuss forward-looking information. Except for the historical information contained in this release, all forward-looking statements are estimates by the Company's management and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that may cause results to differ from management's current expectations. Such factors include weather conditions, changes in regulatory policy and other risks as detailed from time-to-time in th ...