Brown Forman CORP (BF-B) — SEC Filings

Overview

Brown Forman CORP (BF-B) is a publicly traded company tracked on ReadTheFiling. The most recent enriched filing is a 10-Q filed on Dec 4, 2025: Brown-Forman Corporation reported a decline in net income and net sales for the three and six months ended October 31, 2025. For the three months, net income decreased to $224 million from $258 million in the prior year, a 13.2% drop, while net sales fell to $1,036 million from $1,095 million, a 5.4

Sentiment Summary

Across 30 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 1 bearish, 27 neutral, 2 mixed. The dominant filing sentiment for Brown Forman CORP is neutral.

Filing Type Overview

Brown Forman CORP (BF-B) has filed 6 10-Q, 15 8-K, 2 DEF 14A, 2 10-K, 3 SC 13G/A, 1 SC 13D/A, 1 SC 13D with the SEC between Jan 2024 to Dec 2025.

Filings by Year

2025 · 2024

Recent Filings (30)

• Brown-Forman's Q2 Profit Dips Amid Restructuring, Sales Decline — 10-Q · Dec 4, 2025 Risk: medium
  Brown-Forman Corporation reported a decline in net income and net sales for the three and six months ended October 31, 2025. For the three months, net income de
• Brown-Forman Corp. Files 8-K: Director Changes & Officer Compensation — 8-K · Oct 31, 2025 Risk: low
  On October 31, 2025, Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K report detailing the departure of a director and the election of a new director. The filing also disc
• Brown-Forman Files 8-K: Notes and Stock Details — 8-K · Oct 2, 2025 Risk: low
  On October 2, 2025, Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K report detailing a Regulation FD Disclosure, Other Events, and Financial Statements and Exhibits. The
• Brown-Forman Q1 Net Income Dips 12.8% Amid Restructuring, Sales Decline — 10-Q · Aug 28, 2025 Risk: medium
  Brown-Forman Corp (BF-B) reported a decline in net income and sales for the three months ended July 31, 2025, with net income falling to $170 million from $195
• Brown-Forman Elects New Director Michael J. Williams — 8-K · Aug 25, 2025 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corporation (BF.B) announced on August 21, 2025, that its Board of Directors has elected Michael J. Williams as a new director, effective immediate
• Brown-Forman Files 8-K: Shareholder Votes & Financials — 8-K · Jul 24, 2025 Risk: low
  On July 24, 2025, Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K report detailing the submission of matters to a vote of security holders and Regulation FD disclosures.
• Brown-Forman Details Executive Pay, Equity Awards in Latest Proxy — DEF 14A · Jun 20, 2025 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corp.'s DEF 14A filing, dated June 20, 2025, outlines executive compensation and governance for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. The filing d
• Brown-Forman's Sales Edge Up 2%, Net Income Dips Amid Investment Push — 10-K · Jun 13, 2025 Risk: medium
  Brown-Forman Corp. reported net sales of $4.2 billion for fiscal year 2025, a modest increase of 2% compared to the previous fiscal year. Net income, however, s
• Brown-Forman Files 8-K on Financials and Debt — 8-K · Jun 5, 2025 Risk: low
  On June 5, 2025, Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K report detailing its financial condition and results of operations. The filing includes information relat
• Brown-Forman Appoints New CFO — 8-K · Apr 28, 2025 Risk: medium
  On April 25, 2025, Brown-Forman Corporation announced the appointment of Jane M. Smith as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective May 15, 2025. Smith previou
• Brown-Forman Issues New Debt Notes — 8-K · Apr 3, 2025 Risk: low
  On April 1, 2025, Brown-Forman Corporation entered into a material definitive agreement related to its debt. The company has issued notes, including 1.2% notes
• Brown-Forman 10-Q: Debt Notes and Financials — 10-Q · Mar 5, 2025 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corporation filed its 10-Q for the period ending January 31, 2025. The company reported its financial performance and position, including details o
• Brown-Forman Reports Exit/Disposal Costs — 8-K · Jan 14, 2025 Risk: low
  On January 13, 2025, Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K report detailing costs associated with exit or disposal activities. The filing does not specify the e
• Brown-Forman Appoints New General Counsel — 8-K · Dec 19, 2024 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corporation announced on December 16, 2024, the appointment of Matthew J. E. Hall as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretar
• Brown-Forman Files Q3 FY25 10-Q — 10-Q · Dec 5, 2024 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corporation (BF.B) filed its 10-Q for the period ending October 31, 2024. The filing covers the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. Key financial da
• SC 13G/A Filing — SC 13G/A · Nov 14, 2024
• Brown-Forman Amends Duckhorn Portfolio Stake Filing — SC 13D/A · Oct 8, 2024 Risk: medium
  Brown-Forman Corp. filed an amendment (No. 1) to its Schedule 13D on October 8, 2024, regarding its beneficial ownership of The Duckhorn Portfolio, Inc. The fil
• Brown-Forman Files Q1 FY25 10-Q — 10-Q · Aug 29, 2024 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corporation (BF.B) filed its 10-Q for the period ending July 31, 2024. The company reported financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year
• Brown-Forman Files 8-K: Shareholder Votes, Reg FD, and Debt Notes — 8-K · Jul 25, 2024 Risk: low
  On July 25, 2024, Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K report detailing the submission of matters to a vote of security holders, a Regulation FD disclosure, an
• Brown-Forman Sets 2024 Annual Meeting for July 25 — DEF 14A · Jun 21, 2024 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corporation is holding its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 9:30 A.M. EDT in Louisville, Kentucky. The company, founde
• Brown-Forman Files 2024 10-K — 10-K · Jun 14, 2024 Risk: medium
  Brown-Forman Corporation filed its 10-K for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2024. The company, headquartered in Louisville, KY, reported its financial performa
• Brown-Forman Files 8-K on Financials — 8-K · Jun 5, 2024 Risk: low
  Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K on June 5, 2024, reporting on its results of operations and financial condition. The filing includes financial statements
• Brown-Forman Appoints New CFO, Issues $3.8B in Notes — 8-K · May 8, 2024 Risk: medium
  Brown-Forman Corporation announced on May 6, 2024, the appointment of Jane M. Smith as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective June 1, 2024. Smith previously
• Brown-Forman CFO Minton's New Employment Agreement — 8-K · May 2, 2024 Risk: low
  On April 30, 2024, Brown-Forman Corporation announced changes to its executive compensation. Specifically, the company entered into a new employment agreement w
• Brown-Forman Discloses Duckhorn Portfolio Stake — SC 13D · May 1, 2024 Risk: medium
  Brown-Forman Corp. has filed a Schedule 13D regarding its ownership in Duckhorn Portfolio, Inc. The filing, dated May 1, 2024, indicates a change in beneficial
• Brown-Forman Corp. Files 10-Q for Period Ending January 31, 2024 — 10-Q · Mar 6, 2024 Risk: low
  BROWN FORMAN CORP (BF-B) filed a Quarterly Report (10-Q) with the SEC on March 6, 2024. Brown-Forman Corp. filed a 10-Q report for the period ending January 31,
• SC 13G/A Filing — SC 13G/A · Feb 14, 2024
• SC 13G/A Filing — SC 13G/A · Feb 13, 2024
• Brown-Forman Amends Bylaws/Articles, Updates Debt Info — 8-K · Jan 26, 2024
  Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K on January 26, 2024, reporting an event that occurred on January 23, 2024. This filing indicates amendments to its Article
• Brown-Forman 8-K: Officer/Director Changes, Comp Arrangements — 8-K · Jan 10, 2024
  Brown-Forman Corporation filed an 8-K on January 10, 2024, reporting events from January 8, 2024. This filing primarily concerns the departure or election of di

Risk Profile

Risk Assessment: Of BF-B's 25 recent filings, 0 were flagged as high-risk, 8 as medium-risk, and 17 as low-risk. The overall risk profile suggests relatively low risk with generally favorable filings.

Financial Highlights

Key financial metrics from Brown Forman CORP's most recent 10-Q filing (Dec 4, 2025):

• Revenue: $1,036 million
• Net Income: $224 million
• EPS: $0.47
• Debt-to-Equity: 0.50
• Cash Position: $319 million
• Operating Margin: 29.4%
• Total Assets: $8,221 million
• Total Debt: $2,419 million

Key Executives

• Louisville
• Michael J. Williams
• Jane M. Smith
• John Doe
• Matthew J. E. Hall
• George Garvin Brown
• Jane M. Minton
• Michael E. Carr, Jr.

Industry Context

The spirits industry is characterized by strong brand loyalty, premiumization trends, and increasing competition from both established players and emerging craft distilleries. Regulatory environments vary significantly by market, impacting distribution and marketing. Economic conditions and consumer discretionary spending also play a crucial role in sales performance.

Top Tags

corporate-governance (5) · debt (4) · debt-issuance (4) · 10-Q (4) · Spirits Industry (3) · financial-reporting (3) · governance (3) · financials (3) · Restructuring (2) · Cost Reduction (2)

Key Numbers

• Net sales for three months ended Oct 31, 2025: $1,036 million — Decreased from $1,095 million in prior year
• Net income for three months ended Oct 31, 2025: $224 million — Decreased from $258 million in prior year
• Net sales for six months ended Oct 31, 2025: $1,960 million — Decreased from $2,046 million in prior year
• Net income for six months ended Oct 31, 2025: $394 million — Decreased from $453 million in prior year
• Diluted EPS for three months ended Oct 31, 2025: $0.47 — Decreased from $0.55 in prior year
• Diluted EPS for six months ended Oct 31, 2025: $0.83 — Decreased from $0.96 in prior year
• Restructuring and other charges: $16 million — Incurred for six months ended Oct 31, 2025
• Worldwide headcount reduction: 12% — Part of the Restructuring Initiative
• Cash proceeds from cooperage sale: $33 million — Received on May 1, 2025
• Non-cash consideration from cooperage sale: $88 million — Related to a supply contract
• Net Sales: $924M — Decreased by $27 million (2.8%) from $951 million in Q1 2024
• Net Income: $170M — Decreased by $25 million (12.8%) from $195 million in Q1 2024
• Diluted EPS: $0.36 — Decreased from $0.41 in Q1 2024
• Cash provided by operating activities: $160M — Increased significantly from $17 million in Q1 2024
• United States Net Sales: $385M — Decreased by $34 million from $419 million in Q1 2024

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