Pernod Ricard CEO Sees 'Soft' Sales Ahead in US

The transcript discusses investor disappointment despite strong performance results, including double-digit growth and profit expansion. It highlights broad-based growth across regions and spirit categories. The speaker notes that markets may be focusing on short-term deliverables, with expectations of a soft Q1 in the US due to phasing and technical issues, but maintains a positive outlook for the full year.

What was the overall growth percentage mentioned for the year?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

Which factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to the strong results?

• Increased marketing spend

• Broad-based regional performance

• Double-digit growth

• Growth in spirit categories

What is the expected growth in profit from recurring operations?

• 5%

• 8%

• 14%

• 11%

What is the market currently focused on according to the speaker?

• Short-term deliverables

• Cost-cutting measures

• New product launches

• Long-term growth

What is the outlook for the US market for the full year?

• Positive

• Neutral

• Uncertain

• Negative