Diageo shares rise on $1 billion three-year savings plan
Diageo shares jumped after unveiling a $1 billion savings plan over three years to turn around weaker performance. Restructuring costs tied to the program total $1.2 billion, with savings delivered in 2027–2028 and supply-chain benefits afterward. Net sales fell 2% organically to $19.6 billion, while adjusted profit rose 2% to $5.7 billion, aided by cost savings and World Cup-driven drink growth.