date:Mar 08, 2013
sales rose 7 percent in the quarter.
The company said improving U.S. consumer confidence was reflected broadly in sales at restaurants, bars and liquor stores.
Given the momentum ... for the North American whiskey category, emerging markets and premium-priced spirits generally, we believe Brown-Forman is positioned well for continued strong growth, said its CEO, Paul Varga.
Brown-Forman had solid sales during the crucial holiday period, said Chief Financial Officer Don Berg. The company was