Yesterday I offered an analysis and prospectus of adult beverage conglomerate Brown-Forman (BF-B), one of the largest alcohol distributors in the world; it is also one of our meticulously selected growth stocks. Today I will focus on its bitter rival, Diageo (DEO). Just as Coca Cola (KO) competes with PepsiCo (PEP), and McDonald's (MCD) battles Burger King, Diageo is conducting all out war with Brown-Forman.
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Who Actually Owns Jack Daniels?
Simply put, everyone has a favorite drink. Combinations of tequila, whiskey, rum, gin, and bourbon make for fun and (un)forgettable nights. Whether you're a fan of cheap, fruit flavored vodka, or you prefer exquisitely aged cognac, few people actually know about the companies behind their favorite alcohol brands.
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Whistle For Help
Sexual assault is clearly a main issue plaguing American college campuses; every two minutes, someone is sexually assaulted. Because of this, the U.S. Attorney General is actively investigating over 50 universities for their mismanagement of “date rape” incidents. Luckily, where campus oversight fails, the free market prevails. The private technology sector has noticed this shocking trend and is in the midst of combatting it.
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Don't Be "That Guy"
As a college student, it's a safe bet that you and your friends will have nights of drunken stupidity, subsequently followed by outlandish behavior recommended by that one "guy" who never fails to black out, with the end result being a massive hangover headache. However, if it’s your turn to be the unfortunate sober babysitter of intoxicated misfits, you'll want every timesaving advantage you can get.
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Drunken Protection
Have you ever stumbled back to your dorm drunk, with one shoe on, both socks missing, someone’s hat on your head, and marker covering your face? Have you ever witnessed a drunk and sloppy friend embark on his homeward adventure, concerned, and eager to call him later to ensure he arrived safely?
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