Brown-Forman Corporation
BF-A
Rank in Stocks
#1615
Brown-Forman Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, is a global enterprise... Brown-Forman Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, is a global enterprise specializing in the production and distribution of a diverse range of alcoholic beverages. Its comprehensive operations cover manufacturing, distilling, bottling, and the global marketing and sale of these offerings. Its extensive product portfolio features a diverse selection of spirits, including various whiskies (encompassing flavored whiskey liqueurs and bourbons), vodkas, tequilas, brandy, and other liqueurs. The company also offers a variety of wines, champagnes, and convenient ready-to-drink (RTD) and ready-to-pour (RTP) options, such as pre-mixed cocktails. These diverse libations are primarily sold under prominent brand names, including Jack Daniel's, Reserve, Old Forester, Coopers' Craft, Herradura, el Jimador, New Mix, Korbel Champagnes, Sonoma-Cutrer, Finlandia, GlenDronach, Benriach, Glenglassaugh, Chambord, Slane, and Fords Gin. Beyond its main beverage business, Brown-Forman also deals in the sale of surplus assets like used barrels, bulk whiskey, and wine, while additionally providing contract bottling services. The distribution network ensures products reach retail consumers and individual patrons through either distributors or state government channels. Furthermore, the corporation directly supplies retailers, wholesalers, and provincial government organizations. Maintaining a substantial global presence, Brown-Forman conducts operations across the United States, Germany, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and numerous other international regions. Founded in 1870, the firm's corporate headquarters are located in Louisville, Kentucky.
Share Price
$29.47
Last synced: 2026-10-16
Market Cap
$13.35B
Change (1 day)
1.13%
Change (1 year)
3.33%
Country
US
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Category
Consumer Defensive
Operating Margin for Brown-Forman Corporation (BF-A)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 28.61%
According to Brown-Forman Corporation latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 28.61%. At the end of 2024 the company had an Operating Margin of 33.84%.
Operating Margin history for Brown-Forman Corporation from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
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| 2026 (TTM) | 28.61% | 2.73% |
| 2025 | 27.85% | -17.70% |
| 2024 | 33.84% | 26.93% |
| 2023 | 26.66% | -12.90% |
| 2022 | 30.61% | -9.14% |
| 2021 | 33.69% | 3.85% |
| 2020 | 32.44% | -5.75% |
| 2019 | 34.42% | 6.66% |
| 2018 | 32.27% | -4.33% |
| 2017 | 33.73% | -32.04% |
| 2016 | 49.63% | 51.45% |
| 2015 | 32.77% | 0.96% |
| 2014 | 32.46% | 2.98% |
| 2013 | 31.52% | 8.95% |
| 2012 | 28.93% | -12.49% |
| 2011 | 33.06% | 14.95% |
| 2010 | 28.76% | 7.96% |
| 2009 | 26.64% | 0.41% |
| 2008 | 26.53% | -2.25% |
| 2007 | 27.14% | -4.74% |
| 2006 | 28.49% | 48.00% |
| 2005 | 19.25% | 11.79% |
| 2004 | 17.22% | -4.65% |
| 2003 | 18.06% | 0.17% |
| 2002 | 18.03% | -7.25% |
| 2001 | 19.44% | 4.85% |
| 2000 | 18.54% | 0.00% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.