United Breweries Co (NYSE:CCU) Stock

United Breweries Co

United Breweries Co Inc is a multi-category beverage company with operations in Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Paraguay and Uruguay. The company is a player in each one of the beverage categories in which it participates in Chile, including beer, soft drinks, mineral and bottled water, juice, wine, cider and pisco, among others. The Company has three operating segment with respect to its revenues in the geographic areas of commercial activity: Chile; International business and Wine. It generates maximum revenue from Chile.

Compania Cervecerias Unidas, S.A. Common Stock

United Breweries Co Inc

CCUR Holdings Inc

The market rally continued into May as companies like Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) reported blowout <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45137383/microsoft-rallies-after-crushing-q3-earnings-goldman-sachs-lifts-target-to-480">Q1 earnings</a>. But while stocks reclaimed their pre-Liberation Day highs, sour sentiment and uncertainty continue to bleed into <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45139383/us-manufacturing-activity-contracts-in-april-as-tariffs-push-input-prices-toward-3-year-highs">survey data</a>.
Investors caught between the market rebound and declining sentiment may prefer to park their cash in sectors where product demand and market sentiment are less volatile, such as consumer staples.
Consumer staples stocks are resilient during downturns due to their focus on essential goods that people need regardless of economic conditions. This protects these firms from drastic revenue declines. Many also possess pricing power, allowing them to pass tariff costs to consumers without significant pushback.
Today, we'll look at five companies in the consumer staples space that offer strong dividends and high growth potential.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Interparfums Inc.&nbsp;</h2>
If your significant other has a favorite scent, there's a good chance Interparfums (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IPAR#NYSE">IPAR</a>) had a hand in making it. The France-based fragrance firm makes colognes and perfumes for brands like Donna Karan, Kate Spade, Coach, Guess, Montblanc, Ferragamo, and more. Interparfums reported $1.45 billion in sales over the past 12 months and currently has a market capitalization of over $3.5 billion.
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IPAR currently yields 2.93% with a dividend payout ratio (DPR) of 63%, meaning that 63% of profits are allocated to dividend payments. Over 60% of profits going to a dividend may sound high, but consumer staples aren't growth-oriented firms and often return substantial chunks of earnings to shareholders. IPAR recently raised its quarterly dividend payout from $0.75 per share to $0.80 and reported 64% gross margins in the most recent earnings report. These figures indicate a strong dividend and the ability to absorb short-term tariff pressures. Additionally, the daily stock chart shows evidence of a trend reversal after a 22% decline in the preceding three months. IPAR has a high Benzinga Edge Quality score of 91.01 and reports its 2025 Q1 earnings on May 5.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">J.M. Smucker Co.&nbsp;</h2>
If you have young children, you've likely familiarized yourself with Uncrustables, the prepackaged sandwich treats sweeping elementary school cafeterias and Little League baseball diamonds. Uncrustables come from food giant J.M. Smucker Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SJM#NYSE">SJM</a>), famous for its peanut butter and jelly. It also owns popular brands like Hostess, Folgers, Cafe Bustelo, Meow Mix, and Milk-Bone.
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SJM's dividend payout rate is beyond 100% this quarter due to a one-time impairment charge that affected earnings, but this charge blurs an otherwise sturdy dividend. SJM currently yields 3.72%, and the forward DPR based on 2026 estimates is just 41%. The company is also a Dividend Aristocrat, meaning it has increased its annual payout for at least 25 consecutive years (SJM has been raising its payout for 27 years now). SJM reported 36% gross margins in its most recent conference call, and the chart shows a potential Golden Cross forming as the 50-day moving average converges with the 200-day moving average.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">United Breweries Co.&nbsp;</h2>
United Breweries Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) is a Chilean-based wine and spirits manufacturer known as Compañía Cervecerias Unidas in South America (hence the CCU stock ticker). The company operates primarily in South America, producing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages under its own name and through popular brands such as Heineken, Guinness, Pepsi, and Keurig. CCU doesn't need to worry about tariffs, as the company doesn't export to the United States. However, U.S. investors can still earn income from its durable dividend.
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CCU's stock has a dividend yield of 3% with an amenable 28% DPR, indicating a resilient payout. The company also has strong margins for a food and beverage maker, with 45% gross margins in its most recent earnings report. Benzinga Edge rates the stock 99.42 in Quality and 92.45 in Value, the highest figures for any company on our list today. The daily chart is also a thing of beauty, with the price firmly above the 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages (SMAs) and the Relative Strength Index (RSI) still well below the overbought threshold of 70.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Diageo plc ADR&nbsp;</h2>
It's been a rough road lately for the English alcohol behemoth Diageo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DEO#NYSE">DEO</a>), which counts Johnny Walker, Crown Royal, Don Julio, Ketel One, Bailey's, and Smirnoff among its most popular brands. DEO stock was a top performer following the COVID crash in 2020, going from a March 2020 low of $102 to $222 by the first week of 2022.
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The stock has returned to that 2020 low, but this could finally be a turning point for the beleaguered beverage maker. The chart above shows a distinct long-term double bottom; the stock bounced off that level almost immediately. DEO shares have returned 7% over the last month, and fundamentals indicate that more gains could be ahead. The company posted gross margins of 60% in its most recent earnings release, and the stock yields 3.7% with a DPR of just 46%. Analysts rate the stock as a consensus Buy with an average price target of $180, indicating tremendous upside potential from current levels. Optimism could finally be sinking in at Diageo after a 50% haircut over the last two-plus years.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Strategic Education Inc.&nbsp;</h2>
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STRA#NASDAQ">STRA</a>) operates private colleges and universities, such as Strayer, Capella, and Torrens, and offers online post-secondary educational programs. STRA shares saw a massive uptick during the pandemic as online education gained market share, but they dropped to multi-year lows in 2022 amidst declining revenue and shrinking margins.
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STRA shares could be approaching a multi-year support level, as shown in the chart above. This fact, along with a safe dividend, makes this an attractive stock for income investors. The dividend yield is 2.94% with a 51% DPR, and the company has grown revenue for four consecutive quarters. Additionally, profit margins are back above 9% for the first time since the pandemic, with 47% gross margins, and the stock trades at just 17 times earnings.
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Shares of consumer staple companies are trading higher following President Trump's decision to implement a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China.

As of March 20, 2025, two stocks in the consumer staples sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi"> RSI is above 70</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Compania Cervecerias Unidas, S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>)</h3>
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<li>The company's stock gained around 18% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CCU">52-week high of $15.40</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 80.7&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>CU Price Action: Shares of Compania Cervecerias Unidas gained 2% to close at $15.39 on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Edge Stock Ratings: 91.92 Momentum score with Value at 93.51.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Celsius Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CELH#NASDAQ">CELH</a>)</h3>
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<li>On March 3, Celsius Holdings named Eric Hanson as President and COO. The company's stock gained around 25% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CELH">has a 52-week high</a> of $98.85.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 71.8</li>
<li>CELH Price Action: Shares of Celsius Holdings gained 5% to close at $31.90 on Wednesday.</li>
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Players in the Zacks <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/industry-rank/industry/beverages-alcohol-19">Beverages &ndash; Alcohol</a> industry are grappling with rising costs, driven by inflationary pressures on labor, transportation and raw materials. Higher ingredient prices, shipping expenses and packaging costs have strained margins, while increased spending on advertising, promotions and operations challenges profitability. These cost pressures are expected to persist in the near term. Meanwhile, the newly imposed tariffs by President Donald Trump are set to disrupt the U.S. beverage alcohol market. The tariffs are expected to drive up prices for imported brands, potentially reducing consumer demand and straining supply chains.
Despite these challenges, the alcohol industry is experiencing strong growth, fueled by premiumization, as consumers seek distinctive, high-quality beverages. Trending segments like RTD spirits, canned wine and cocktails, hard seltzers, cider, and flavored malt beverages are reshaping the market. To stay ahead, brands are prioritizing innovation and product development to align with shifting consumer preferences. Strategic investments in premiumization, technology and product innovation are positioning key players like Molson Coors TAP, The Boston Beer Company Inc. SAM and Compa&ntilde;&iacute;a Cervecer&iacute;as Unidas CCU for sustained growth and success.
About the Industry
The Zacks Beverages &ndash; Alcohol industry mainly comprises producers, importers, exporters, marketers and sellers of alcoholic beverages like beer, craft beer, ciders, wine, rum, whiskey, liqueurs, vodka, tequila, champagnes, brandy, amaretto, RTD cocktails and malt. Some industry players also produce and sell non-alcoholic beverages like carbonated soft drinks, sparkling waters, bottled water, energy drinks, powdered and natural juices, and RTD teas. The companies sell products through wholesalers and retailers like supermarkets, warehouse clubs, grocery stores, convenience stores, package stores, drug stores and other retail outlets. The industry participants also sell beer directly to consumers in cans and bottles at restaurants, pubs, bars and liquor stores. Some brewers operate brewpubs or taste rooms at breweries, offering consumers the freshest beer.
What&#39;s Shaping the Future of Beverages - Alcohol Industry
Elevated Costs: The alcohol industry continues to face significant cost pressures due to inflationary impacts on labor, transportation and raw materials. Rising ingredient costs, particularly for grains and fruits, along with increased expenses for shipping, trucking, fuel, co-packing and packaging materials, have driven up production and operating costs. These challenges have weighed on the gross and operating margins, making profitability more difficult to sustain.
Beyond rising input and packaging costs, beverage companies are dealing with higher advertising, promotional and SG&amp;A expenses. Increased investments in brand marketing, media, local promotions, and production, coupled with growing freight costs due to higher volumes, are adding to the financial strain. Rising compensation and discretionary spending are contributing to SG&amp;A deleverage. Many industry players expect these cost pressures to persist in the near term, challenging profitability.
Potential Tariff Impacts: President Donald Trump&#39;s newly imposed tariffs are set to have a significant impact on the U.S. beverage alcohol industry, affecting pricing, supply chains, international trade and consumer behavior. The policy includes a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, and a 10% tariff on China goods, driving up costs for imported alcoholic beverages, such as Johnnie Walker whisky and Corona beer. As importers pass these higher costs onto consumers, retail prices are expected to rise, dampening demand. Additionally, the tariffs could disrupt supply chains, forcing companies to reassess sourcing strategies, which may lead to product shortages, delays and increased operational expenses. With reduced availability and rising prices, consumers may shift to alternative products or cut back on purchases, ultimately impacting industry sales and profitability.
Premiumization &amp; Product Diversification: Premiumization continues to drive growth in the alcohol sector as consumers seek unique and refreshing flavors. Beverage companies are expanding their portfolios to meet rising demand for premium and high-end products. The market is evolving with a surge in craft spirits, low-alcohol and non-alcoholic options, pushing brands beyond traditional categories like beer, whiskey, spirits and wine. Trending segments now include RTD spirits, canned wine and cocktails, hard seltzers, cider and flavored malt beverages. To stay competitive, companies are prioritizing innovation and product development to align with shifting consumer preferences.
Zacks Industry Rank Indicates Dull Prospects
The Zacks Beverages &ndash; Alcohol industry is a 17-stock group within the broader Zacks <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/industry-rank/sector/consumer-staples-1">Consumer Staples</a> sector. The industry currently carries a Zacks Industry Rank #233, placing it at the bottom 6% of more than 250 Zacks industries.
The group&#39;s <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/industry-rank/industries/">Zacks Industry Rank</a>, which is basically the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates dull near-term prospects. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
The industry&#39;s positioning in the bottom 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries is a result of a negative earnings outlook for the constituent companies in aggregate. Looking at the aggregate earnings estimate revisions, it appears that analysts are gradually losing confidence in this group&#39;s earnings growth potential.
Before we present a few stocks that you may want to consider for your portfolio, let us take a look at the industry&#39;s recent stock-market performance and valuation picture.
Industry Underperforms S&amp;P 500
The Zacks Beverages &ndash; Alcohol industry has underperformed the broader sector and the S&amp;P 500 in the past year.
The stocks in the industry have collectively declined 26.8% in the past year, whereas the Zacks Consumer Staples sector has dipped 0.7%. Meanwhile, the Zacks S&amp;P 500 composite has rallied 22.3%.
<h3>One-Year Price Performance</h3>
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Beverages - Alcohol Industry&#39;s Valuation
Based on the forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio, commonly used for valuing Consumer Staples stocks, the industry is currently trading at 13.89X compared with the S&amp;P 500&#39;s 22.52X and the sector&#39;s 16.84X.
Over the last five years, the industry traded as high as 26.78X, as low as 13.89X and at the median of 20.71X, as the chart below shows.
<h3>Price-to-Earnings Ratio (Past 5 Years)</h3>
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3 Alcohol Beverages Stocks to Keep a Close Eye on
None of the stocks in the Zacks Beverages &ndash; Alcohol space currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). However, we have selected three stocks with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) to watch from the same industry. You can see <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/buy-list/?ADID=zp_1link_invideas&amp;ICID=zpi_1link_invideas">the complete list of today&#39;s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here</a>.
Let us have a look at the companies.
Molson Coors: The stock of this Chicago, IL-based leading beverage company has declined 13% in the past year. TAP is on track with its revitalization plan, focused on achieving sustainable top-line growth by streamlining its organization and reinvesting resources into its brands and capabilities. Investments, partnerships and product launches, which are part of its revitalization plan, have been aiding the company.
Molson Coors has been committed to increasing its market share through innovation and premiumization. Intending to accelerate portfolio premiumization, TAP has been aggressively growing its above-premium portfolio in the past few years. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Molson Coors&#39; 2025 EPS has moved down 0.3% in the past 30 days. The consensus estimate for 2025 earnings suggests growth of 2.7% from the year-ago period&#39;s reported figure.
<h3>Price and Consensus: TAP</h3>
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Boston Beer: The company is the largest premium craft brewer in the United States, boasting a strong portfolio of globally recognized brands. It produces beer, malt beverages and cider at its breweries and through contracts. Its emphasis on pricing, product innovation, non-beer category growth and brand development is expected to enhance the operational performance and market position. SAM is driving growth in its Beyond Beer segment, which is outpacing the traditional beer market, a trend projected to continue for years.
SAM has been committed to a three-point growth strategy &mdash; revitalizing the Samuel Adams and Angry Orchard brands, implementing cost-saving measures, and fostering long-term innovation. Savings from efficiency initiatives are reinvested in brand development to fuel growth. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Boston Beer&#39;s 2025 sales and earnings suggests growth of 1.9% and 23.1%, respectively, from the year-ago period&#39;s reported figure. The consensus mark for the company&#39;s 2025 earnings has moved down 1.1% in the past 30 days. SAM has declined 35.9% in the past year.
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<h3>Price and Consensus: SAM</h3>
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Compania Cervecerias: The company is a leading multi-category beverage company operating in Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Paraguay and Uruguay. Headquartered in Santiago, Chile, it offers a diverse portfolio of beers, wines, ciders, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages across its markets. In Chile, CCU is a key player in every category it serves, including beer, soft drinks, bottled and mineral waters, nectars, wine, and pisco.&nbsp;
CCU boasts a strong portfolio of market-leading brands, supported by financially solid ownership and a robust balance sheet. Best known for its Cristal beer, the company is one of Chile&#39;s largest brewers and exports its wines to more than 80 countries worldwide. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CCU&#39;s 2025 sales and earnings suggests growth of 6.4% and 12.3%, respectively, from the year-ago period&#39;s reported figures. The consensus mark for 2025 earnings has been unchanged in the past 30 days. CCU has risen 9.4% in the past year.
<h3>Price and Consensus: CCU</h3>
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Goldman Sachs analyst Thiago Bortoluci maintains United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) with a Sell and lowers the price target from $10.5 to $9.4.

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Goldman Sachs Maintains Sell on United Breweries Co, Lowers Price Target to $9.4

Compania Cervecerias Unidas Q3 2024 EPS CLP80.0 Vs CLP25.7 YoY

United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2024-11-06. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that United Breweries Co will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.12. 
Investors in United Breweries Co are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.02, leading to a 2.81% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at United Breweries Co's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q4 2022</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.09</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>0.14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.07</td>
<td>0.75</td>
<td>0.25</td>
<td>0.25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730836935_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>United Breweries Co Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of United Breweries Co were trading at $11.23 as of November 04. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 8.51%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely a little upset going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Insights on United Breweries Co</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on United Breweries Co.
United Breweries Co has received a total of 2 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Sell. With an average one-year price target of $10.25, the consensus suggests a potential 8.73% downside.
<h3>Understanding Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Boston Beer Co and Molson Coors Beverage, three prominent players in the industry, gives insights for their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>The consensus among analysts is an Neutral trajectory for Boston Beer Co, with an average 1-year price target of $340.5, indicating a potential 2932.06% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Molson Coors Beverage, with an average 1-year price target of $56.44, suggesting a potential 402.58% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for Boston Beer Co and Molson Coors Beverage, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>United Breweries Co</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>-8.64%</td>
<td>$210.11B</td>
<td>0.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Boston Beer Co</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>0.64%</td>
<td>$280.24M</td>
<td>3.26%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Molson Coors Beverage</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-0.44%</td>
<td>$1.33B</td>
<td>3.25%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
United Breweries Co ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is also at the bottom for Gross Profit. However, it is in the middle for Return on Equity.
<h3>Get to Know United Breweries Co Better</h3>
United Breweries Co Inc is a multi-category beverage company with operations in Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Paraguay and Uruguay. The company is a player in each one of the beverage categories in which it participates in Chile, including beer, soft drinks, mineral and bottled water, juice, wine, cider and pisco, among others. The Company has three operating segment with respect to its revenues in the geographic areas of commercial activity: Chile; International business and Wine. It generates maximum revenue from Chile.
<h3>United Breweries Co: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Challenges: United Breweries Co's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -8.64%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 0.96%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): United Breweries Co's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 0.35%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): United Breweries Co's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.14%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: United Breweries Co's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 0.99. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CCU/earnings">To track all earnings releases for United Breweries Co visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Look at United Breweries Co's Upcoming Earnings Report

Goldman Sachs analyst Thiago Bortoluci downgrades United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) from Neutral to Sell and lowers the price target from $12.9 to $10.5.

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Goldman Sachs Downgrades United Breweries Co to Sell, Lowers Price Target to $10.5

JP Morgan analyst Lucas Ferreira downgrades United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) from Overweight to Underweight and lowers the price target from $21 to $10.

JP Morgan Downgrades United Breweries Co to Underweight, Lowers Price Target to $10

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Earnings Scheduled For February 27, 2024

Jefferies analyst Alex Wright initiates coverage on United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $15.22.

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Jefferies Initiates Coverage On United Breweries Co with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $15.22

Goldman Sachs maintains United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $14.8 to $12.9.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on United Breweries Co, Lowers Price Target to $12.9

B of A Securities analyst Fernando Olvera downgrades United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) from Buy to Neutral.

B of A Securities Downgrades United Breweries Co to Neutral

HSBC analyst Sorabh Daga upgrades United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) from Hold to Buy and lowers the price target from $18 to $15.

Upgrades

HSBC Upgrades United Breweries Co to Buy, Lowers Price Target to $15

Goldman Sachs maintains United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $16.8 to $14.8.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on United Breweries Co, Lowers Price Target to $14.8

HSBC analyst Sorabh Daga maintains United Breweries Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCU#NYSE">CCU</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $16 to $18.

HSBC Maintains Hold on United Breweries Co, Raises Price Target to $18

U.S. stocks traded lower toward the end of trading, with the Dow Jones dropping over 300 points on Tuesday.
The Dow traded down 0.92% to 33,562.53 while the NASDAQ fell 1.75% to 11,826.47. The S&amp;P 500, also fell, dropping, 1.40% to 4,079.31.
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<h3>Leading and Lagging Sectors</h3>
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<li>Consumer staples shares rose by 0.1% on Tuesday. Meanwhile, top gainers in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-sectors-to-invest-in-right-now/">sector</a> included Compa&ntilde;&iacute;a Cervecer&iacute;as Unidas S.A. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ccu#NYSE">CCU</a>), up 4%, and Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/utz#NYSE">UTZ</a>), up 3%.</li>
<li>In trading on Tuesday, energy shares dipped by 2.1%.</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Top Headline</h3>
McDonald&#39;s Corp (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mcd#NYSE">MCD</a>) reported better-than-expected results for its first quarter.
McDonald&#39;s reported first-quarter FY23 sales growth of 4% year-on-year to $5.89 billion, beating the consensus of $5.59 billion. Adjusted EPS of $2.63 beat the analyst consensus of $2.33.
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<h3>Equities Trading UP</h3>
<ul>
<li>Virios Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/viri#NASDAQ">VIRI</a>) shares shot up 32% to $2.0992 after the company announced initial FDA feedback on its proposed IMC-1 Phase 3 program for the treatment of fibromyalgia. The company said the proposed program is considered acceptable based on initial FDA feedback pending review of the final chronic toxicology program results.</li>
<li>Shares of Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/sppi#NASDAQ">SPPI</a>) got a boost, shooting 24% to $0.8533 after Assertio announced it will acquire the company in an all-stock and CVR transaction.</li>
<li>Agrify Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/agfy#NASDAQ">AGFY</a>) shares were also up, gaining 24% to $0.2630 after the company announced that it will not consummate the warrant inducement transaction that Agrify had previously announced on April 19, 2023.</li>
</ul>
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<h3>Equities Trading DOWN</h3>
<ul>
<li>First Republic Bank (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/frc#NYSE">FRC</a>) shares dropped 40% to $9.62 after the company announced a decline in deposits for the first quarter and said it will reduce its workforce by 20-25%.</li>
<li>Shares of HomeStreet, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hmst#NASDAQ">HMST</a>) were down 37% to $11.00 following weak Q1 earnings.</li>
<li>Vyant Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vynt#NASDAQ">VYNT</a>) was down, falling 41% to $0.3234 as the company announced voluntary Nasdaq delisting and SEC deregistration.</li>
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<h3>Commodities</h3>
In commodity news, oil traded down 2.5% to $76.80 while gold traded up 0.2% at $2,004.40.
Silver traded down 1.7% to $24.89 on Tuesday while copper fell 2.8% to $3.8450.
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<h3>Euro zone</h3>
European shares were mostly lower today. The eurozone&rsquo;s STOXX 600 fell 0.40%, London&rsquo;s FTSE 100 fell 0.27% while Spain&rsquo;s IBEX 35 Index fell 1.23% The German DAX rose 0.05%, French CAC 40 fell 0.56% and Italy&rsquo;s FTSE MIB Index fell 1.03%.
Producer prices in Spain dropped 1% year-over-year in March versus a revised 8% increase in February.
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<h3>Asia Pacific Markets</h3>
Asian markets closed mixed on Tuesday, with Japan&rsquo;s Nikkei 225 gaining 0.09%, Hong Kong&rsquo;s Hang Seng Index falling 1.71% and China&rsquo;s Shanghai Composite Index declining 0.32%. India&rsquo;s S&amp;P BSE Sensex rose 0.3%.
Hong Kong&rsquo;s trade deficit widened to $40.6 billion in March from $37.3 billion in the year-ago month. Year-on-year, exports declined 1.5% to $367.2 billion.
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<h3>Economics</h3>
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<li>The S&amp;P CoreLogic Case-Shiller 20-city home price index rose 0.4% year-over-year in February, recording the smallest growth since 2012, and versus a 2.6% increase in January.</li>
<li>US house price index climbed by 0.5% from a month ago in February, the FHFA said.</li>
<li>Sales of new single-family houses rose 9.3% month-over-month to an annualised rate of 683,000 in March.</li>
<li>The Dallas Fed general business activity index for Texas&#39; service <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-sectors-to-invest-in-right-now/">sector</a> rose to -14.4 in April versus -18 in March.</li>
<li>The Manufacturing Activity Index in the Richmond area declined to -10 in April compared to previous month&rsquo;s reading of -5.</li>
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<h3>COVID-19 Update</h3>
The U.S. has the highest number of coronavirus cases and deaths in the world, reporting a total of 106,580,790 cases with around 1,159,310 deaths. India confirmed a total of at least 44,905,820 cases and 531,360 deaths, while France reported over 39,951,430 COVID-19 cases with 166,280 deaths. In total, there were at least 686,587,930 cases of COVID-19 worldwide with more than 6,860,230 deaths.

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