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• Unexpected gains push Fortune ahead of goals.(Annual Meetings)

  Byline: H. LEE MURPHY Fortune Brands Inc. aims for long-term sales growth of 5% to 6% from its collection of businesses in hardware, golf, spirits and wine and office products. Surprisingly robust first-quarter results have altered that scenario f Byline: H. LEE MURPHY...

  Research articles 2004-05-03

  Tags: annual meeting, BORGWARNER INC., Castle, company, earnings, Fortune Brands Inc., revenue, sales

• Brunswick tries new course in boat sales; Andersen on trial.

  As the slowed economy has doused sales of high-end pleasure boats, Brunswick Corp. has begun casting about for new products and markets. Late last month, the Lake Forest company, the nation's biggest boatbuilder, unveiled its Bayliner 175 at a pack As the slowed economy...

  Research articles 2002-05-13

  Tags: annual meeting, company, earnings, Fortune Brands Inc., sales

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• Canadian Club® Whisky Celebrates 150th Anniversary with the Introduction of the Oldest Canadian Whisky on the Market

  Limited Edition 30 Year Old Honors Brand History DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, and Canadian Club[R] Canadian whisky, the number three Canadian whisky in the world, announce the launch of Canadian Club[R] 30 year...

  Articles 2008-09-25

• Beam Global Spirits & Wine Names Robert Probst as Chief Financial Officer

  Industry Veteran to Lead Beam Global's Financial Management Function DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, announces the appointment of Robert Probst as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective September 29, 2008. A key...

  Articles 2008-09-22

• Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. Joins Kentucky in Celebrating "Bourbon Heritage Month"

  September Celebrations Honor Economic Impact of the Bourbon Industry DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, applauds Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear's recognition of September 2008 as "Bourbon Heritage Month". This proclamation celebrates Bourbon as "America's Native...

  Articles 2008-08-25

• Fortune Brands Elects Ronald V. Waters III to Board of Directors

  DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO), the company behind leading consumer brands such as Jim Beam, Titleist and Moen, today announced that Ronald V. Waters III has been elected to its board of directors. Mr. Waters is currently president and chief operating officer of LoJack Corporation....

  Articles 2008-07-30

• Fitch Affirms Fortune Brands IDR at 'BBB+'; Outlook to Negative

  NEW YORK -- Fortune Brands, Inc.'s (NYSE: FO) ratings are affirmed as follows: --Issuer Default Rating IDR at 'BBB+'; --Short-term IDR at 'F2'; --Revolving Credit Facilities at 'BBB+'; --Senior unsecured notes and debentures at 'BBB+'; --Commercial paper at 'F2'. ...

  Articles 2008-07-30

• Fortune Brands Board Approves Plan for Annual Election of Directors

  DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO), the company behind leading consumer brands including Jim Beam, Titleist and Moen, today announced that its board of directors has unanimously approved a plan to declassify the board beginning in 2010. The plan will be subject to shareholder approval at the company's...

  Articles 2008-07-29

• Fortune Brands Reports Second Quarter Results

  DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO): * Results Achieve High End of Updated Target Range * Company Boosts Dividend 5% to Annual Rate of $1.76 Per Share * Share Buybacks Exceed 4.3 Million Shares Since March 31 * Company Completes...

  Articles 2008-07-25

• Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. Offers Consumers Keys to Responsibility Through drink smart®

  Redesigned Global Website Educates Consumers on Responsible Alcohol Consumption DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, is taking its drink smart[R] website global with the launch of a redesigned, multi-lingual site at www.drinksmart.com. Now available in...

  Articles 2008-07-24

• 2014 Ad

  DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/a45bff/sports_market_ma) has announced the addition of the "Sports Market - Market Review 2008" report to their offering. Sport is constantly in the public eye through the media including appearances by sports celebrities and government initiatives, such as the UK's...

  Articles 2008-07-09

• Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. Honored by the National Conference of State Liquor Administrators

  Awarded Two Best Practices Awards in Recognition of the Company's Commitment to Social Responsibility DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, is honored to receive two Best Practices Awards from the National Conference...

  Articles 2008-07-03

• Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. Supports the Century Council's "Girl Talk" Program

  The Century Council Educates Parents and Teens on the Dangers of Drunk Driving and Underage Drinking DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, is pleased to support The Century Council's educational campaign, "Girl...

  Articles 2008-07-01

• BellwetherReport.com Analyst Report on CY, IBN, CAR and FO

  BellwetherReport.com is the leading onlinefinancial newsletter for investors seeking top independent and unbiasedresearch. Investors seeking free and unbiased analyst opinions on thecompanies mentioned in this release are encouraged to sign up to www.bellwetherreport.com for a free subscription to access these reports.Today, we have once again scheduled interviews...

  Articles 2008-07-01

• Beam Global Spirits & Wine's Scotch and Bourbon Brands Nab Top Honors at 2008 International Wine & Spirit Competition

  Laphroaig[R] Quarter Cask Scotch, Ardmore[TM] Traditional Cask Scotch and Knob Creek[R] Bourbon Bring Home Gold DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, is proud to announce that three of its signature brands have...

  Articles 2008-06-30

• Fortune Brands Updates Earnings Expectations

  DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO) today updated its earnings outlook for the second quarter and full year 2008. Weakening consumer sentiment in the U.S., the ongoing correction in the U.S. housing market, and a large and unexpected Australian tax increase on ready-to-drink spirits products...

  Articles 2008-06-30

• Jim Beam® Champions Those with "The Stuff Inside"

  #1 Bourbon Maker Puts Marketing Firepower Behind Those Who Emulate True Character DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Integrity and character now have corporate sponsorship with Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, and Jim Beam[R], the world's number...

  Articles 2008-06-26

• The North America Spirits Market Increases at an Average Rate of 2.7%, Examine the Latest Analysis and Forecasts to 2011

  DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ed21b0/spirits_in_north_a) has announced the addition of the "Spirits in North America to 2011" report to their offering. This databook is a detailed information resource covering all the key data points on Spirits in North America. It includes comprehensive value...

  Articles 2008-06-24

• ATS helps flood victims: Factory maintenance company creates triage centers to repair and restart plants in Midwest

  PEORIA, Ill. -- Among the victims of this month's rain-fed floods across the nation's midsection are manufacturing plants, many of which were forced to suspend operations, and others that were swamped by floodwaters. In response to the catastrophe, Advanced Technology Services, Inc. ATS is aiding the recovery...

  Articles 2008-06-24

• Jim Beam® Champions the "True Character" of Wrigley Field

  #1 Bourbon Maker Supports Hometown Pride and Urges Chicagoans to SaveOurName.com DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. [Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO)], a global leader in premium spirits, and Jim Beam[R], the world's number one selling bourbon, today hit a home run with...

  Articles 2008-06-23