Company summary
A.G. Barr is a UK soft-drinks group best known for IRN-BRU. Its portfolio also includes Rubicon, Boost and other branded beverages, with a growing presence in premium adult soft drinks and cocktail-related products.
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A.G. Barr
Beverages
- Index
- FTSE 250
- ISIN
- Not specified
- Book status
- 2026 edition — current
Key activities
Manufacture, marketing and distribution of carbonated drinks, energy drinks, fruit-based beverages, mixers and premium soft drinks, supported by brand development, product innovation and UK manufacturing and distribution operations.
Key markets
Predominantly the UK, with particularly strong brand positions in Scotland and growing distribution across the rest of Britain. Selected brands also have international and export sales.
Key drivers
Brand strength, pricing, sales volumes, new product launches, distribution gains, consumer demand for low- and no-sugar drinks, acquisition integration, manufacturing efficiency and commodity and packaging costs.
Key risks
Changes in consumer tastes, intense beverage competition, sugar and health regulation, raw-material and packaging inflation, retailer bargaining power, weather-sensitive demand and execution risks from acquisitions and brand expansion.
Recent Developments
31 March 2026: full-year revenue rose 4% to £437.3m and adjusted profit before tax increased 12.5% to £65.8m. The full-year dividend rose 11%, reflecting continued margin improvement and growth across the brand portfolio.
Dividend notes
Operates a progressive dividend policy targeting roughly two-times cover. FY2026 total dividend was 18.71p. The 15.27p final dividend went ex-dividend on 7 May 2026 and was paid on 5 June.
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