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Tim Martin, the vocal leader of JD Wetherspoon PLC, has urged Diageo, the owner of Guinness, to increase their brewing to help with the current shortage of the popular drink. In an interview with the Financial Times, he expressed his frustration, saying he plans to have a serious conversation with them about their lack of foresight.

Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) climbed to the top of the FTSE 100 gainers after UBS included it in a short list of brokers expecting a recovery for the Guinness and Johnnie Walker company in 2025. The Swiss bank even gave Diageo a double upgrade, changing its rating from 'sell' to 'buy' due to promising growth opportunities in sectors like Tequila.

According to Mexican customs data analyzed by Reuters, imports of tequila and mezcal worth $3 billion from leading producers like Diageo and Becle, the owner of Jose Cuervo, could be threatened by the tariffs that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump intends to impose on Mexico.

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Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE) is causing mixed reactions among City analysts. Jefferies upgraded the company, which owns Guinness and Johnnie Walker, to a buy rating, although they acknowledged some challenges. Meanwhile, Deutsche Bank kept a 'sell' rating, but Jefferies believes Diageo will improve as confidence in the spirits market grows and with a new, strong CFO.

Guinness deliveries to pubs have been restricted ahead of Christmas due to a surge in sales and some panic buying. Diageo PLC, the brewer, mentioned that they are controlling the number of kegs that UK hospitality venues can order after a rise in demand from events like recent international rugby matches.

Buchanan's 'Más Noches Buenas' campaign, featuring Marcello Hernández, continues the 'We Are the Spirit of the 200%' initiative, encouraging fans to celebrate the 200% holiday spirit through festive events, digital content, and funding for those who enhance our gatherings. On Giving Tuesday, Buchanan's Scotch Whisky launched this campaign to honor the special experiences, stories, and people that make Noche Buena (Christmas Eve) memorable.

Deutsche Bank thinks that the alcoholic drinks industry will improve in 2025 after a difficult 2024, but they still recommend selling Diageo PLC (LSE:DGE). Earlier this year, the bank identified issues affecting the brands Guinness, Johnnie Walker, and Smirnoff, and they continue to view Diageo as one of their least favored options as the new year approaches.

Launched in December 2024 for National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, a new campaign aims to inspire football fans to make safe decisions and avoid driving under the influence. This initiative is a collaboration between Diageo North America, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), the NFL, and Uber Technologies, Inc. The campaign is called "Take a Minute. Make a Plan."