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Fireside Chat Summary: JEF's Beverage, HPC, & Food Analysts

Event Overview

• Host: Phil Ng, CFA (Equity Analyst)
• Participants: Kaumil Gajrawala (Managing Director, Beverages, Consumer Products, and Health & Wellness at Jefferies), Scott Marks (Vice President, Food Producers & Food Retail)
• Date: 1:00 PM ET on Friday, June 13, 2025
• Purpose: Discuss the latest insights on consumer demand, promotional activity, packaging mix shifts, and the impact of GLPs / MAHA (Ghrelin Receptor Agonists / Mounjaro) on the beverage and food sectors.

Topics Covered

• Demand Trends: Analysis of consumer behavior during the Memorial Day weekend and current channel inventory levels.
• Promotional Activity & Pricing: Examination of promotional strategies and pricing adjustments in response to tariffs.
• Consumption Dynamics: Insights into beer, RTD (Ready-to-Drink), non-alcoholic beer, and shifts in packaging mix.
• Headwinds: Discussion on potential challenges from GLP-1s (such as semaglutide), MAHA (like Mounjaro), and changes in SNAP benefits.

Key Companies Mentioned

Analysts' Backgrounds

• Kaumil Gajrawala:

  • 20+ years of experience in the consumer sector, covering Beverages, Consumer Products, and Health & Wellness.
  • Previously worked at Credit Suisse and Manikay Partners.
  • Holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Rutgers University.

• Scott Marks:

  • Senior analyst covering packaged food manufacturers and food retailers.
  • Prior experience as a proprietary equities trader and at Unilever.
  • Holds a Bachelor of Science from Johns Hopkins University and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business.

Investment Ratings and Methodology

Rating Definitions

• Buy: Expected total return of 15% or more within 12 months.
• Hold: Expected total return between -10% and +15% within 12 months.
• Underperform: Expected total return of -10% or less within 12 months.
• NR: Rating and price target temporarily suspended.
• CS: Coverage suspended.
• NC: Not covered.
• Restricted: Prohibitions on communication due to company policy or regulations.

Valuation Methodology

Ratings are based on:

• Market capitalization
• Maturity
• Growth/value
• Volatility
• Expected total return over the next 12 months

Price targets are derived from multiple methodologies, including:

• Market risk analysis
• Discounted cash flow (DCF)
• EBITDA, EPS, and cash flow metrics
• EV/EBITDA, P/E, and P/CF ratios
• Sum of the parts, net asset value, and ROE

Risk and Disclosure Information

• The report is for general circulation and does not provide specific investment recommendations.
• Jefferies may have conflicts of interest due to its business relationships with covered companies.
• Investors are advised to consider this report as one of many factors in their investment decisions.
• Ratings are not intended to represent a recommended portfolio and are not sector-based.
• Jefferies does not provide personalized or tailored research.
• The report is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities.
• Past performance is not indicative of future results.
• Exchange rate fluctuations may affect returns, especially for non-US denominated assets.

Distribution and Jurisdictional Notes

• This report is prepared by Jefferies and its affiliates, including Jefferies LLC, Jefferies Securities Inc., Jefferies GmbH, Jefferies Hong Kong Limited, Jefferies Singapore Limited, Jefferies (Japan) Limited, and Jefferies India Private Limited.
• In the UK, the report is issued by Jefferies International Limited and is intended for professional investors only.
• In Germany, the report is issued by Jefferies GmbH.
• In Hong Kong, the report is issued by Jefferies Hong Kong Limited and is for professional investors.
• In Singapore, the report is distributed by Jefferies Singapore Limited for accredited investors.
• In India, the report is issued by Jefferies India Private Limited.
• In Australia, the report is issued by Jefferies (Australia) Pty Ltd for wholesale clients.
• In Dubai, the report is issued by Jefferies International Limited, Dubai branch, and is for professional clients only.

Important Disclosures

• Jefferies may receive compensation for investment banking services from companies covered in this report.
• Analysts' compensation is not directly tied to specific recommendations.
• Jefferies may make a market or provide liquidity in the financial instruments discussed.
• The report is not intended to be tailored to any individual investor's needs or circumstances.
• Investors are advised to seek independent financial advice and conduct their own due diligence.

Summary of Ratings Distribution

• BUY rated stocks are expected to deliver a total return of 15% or more within 12 months.
• HOLD rated stocks are expected to deliver a return between -10% and +15%.
• UNDERPERFORM rated stocks are expected to deliver a return of -10% or less.

Conclusion

The fireside chat provides an in-depth look at current demand trends, promotional activity, and the impact of macroeconomic factors on the beverage, HPC, and food sectors. Analysts emphasize the importance of tracking consumption dynamics, pricing strategies, and potential headwinds such as the impact of GLP-1s and MAHA on consumer behavior. The report includes detailed company-specific disclosures, rating methodologies, and jurisdictional restrictions, underscoring the need for investors to exercise caution and conduct independent analysis before making investment decisions.