What did Pernod Ricard's CFO say about the status of merger talks with Brown-Forman?

Pernod Ricard's finance chief, Hélène de Tissot, stated on a conference call with analysts that talks with Brown-Forman are 'ongoing' and added that the company does not intend to communicate further on the matter.

How has Sazerac's involvement affected Pernod Ricard's potential merger with Brown-Forman?

Sazerac has offered to buy Brown-Forman for about $15 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter, which complicates Pernod Ricard's attempt to merge with the Jack Daniel's maker.

Pernod Ricard CFO Says Talks with Brown-Forman Are 'Ongoing'

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Pernod Ricard's finance chief confirmed ongoing merger talks with U.S. rival Brown-Forman, while a competing $15 billion offer from Sazerac complicates the potential deal.

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