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Highlights

  • Eight brokerages cover DEO, with consensus rating of “Hold” for the stock.
  • Average twelve-month price target across analysts stands at USD 119.00.
  • Semi-annual dividend set at USD 2.5192 per share, reflecting a 370% yield.

Shares of Diageo plc (NYSE:DEO) have received a consensus rating of “Hold” from the eight brokerages covering the stock, according to MarketBeat. Among the analysts, one has issued a sell recommendation, three have issued hold ratings, and four have issued buy ratings. The average twelve-month price target for DEO among these analysts is USD 119.00.

Recent research reports have updated their outlooks on the company:

  • Bank of America reduced its price target from USD 117.00 to USD 109.00 while maintaining a buy rating as of September 26, 2025.
  • Goldman Sachs upgraded Diageo shares from a sell rating to neutral on August 7, 2025.

Dividend Announcement

Diageo recently declared a semi-annual dividend of USD 2.5192 per share, payable on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Shareholders of record on Friday, October 17, 2025, will be eligible for the dividend. This payment represents an increase from the prior semi-annual dividend of USD 1.62 per share and reflects a dividend payout ratio of 46.42%.

Institutional and Hedge Fund Activity

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have adjusted their positions in Diageo over recent quarters:

  • Brighton Jones LLC established a new stake valued at approximately USD 202,000 during Q4.
  • Centaurus Financial Inc. increased its holdings by 32.7% in Q4, totaling 5,594 shares valued at USD 711,000.
  • Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC now holds 118,925 shares worth USD 15,119,000, up 0.5% from the previous quarter.
  • Confluence Investment Management LLC increased its position by 0.7% in Q1, holding 1,184,987 shares valued at USD 124,175,000.
  • Marcum Wealth LLC acquired a new position worth USD 249,000 in Q1.

Approximately 8.97% of Diageo shares are owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Company Profile

Diageo plc, through its subsidiaries, produces, markets, and sells a wide range of alcoholic beverages. Its portfolio includes scotch, gin, vodka, rum, liqueur, wine, tequila, brandy, beer, cider, and flavored malt beverages. The company also offers a selection of whiskies, ready-to-drink products, and non-alcoholic beverages, serving markets globally.