Irn-Bru maker buys Fentimans and Frobishers in ‘adult soft drinks’ push
AG Barr looks to capitalise on falling consumption of alcoholic beverages
AG Barr looks to capitalise on falling consumption of alcoholic beverages

World’s largest brewer beats expectations to defy gloom in alcohol sector

Drinks maker’s new focus on fast-growing ‘ready to drink’ beverages marks shift in strategy

Groups are halting production and cutting prices to shift stock as sales declines accelerate in key markets

Strong quarterly trading in Latin America helps FTSE 100 group beat forecasts despite US spirits slump

Discussions under way with Brown-Forman to create premium alcohol group as sector battles subdued demand

French group’s retreat could bolster a rival bid from fellow Kentucky drinks maker Sazerac