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Laurent-Perrier S.A. is a family-owned, independent Champagne house founded in 1812 in Tours-sur-Marne, France, at the heart of the Champagne region's premier vineyards. Specializing in the production and global distribution of premium champagnes, it operates as the flagship of the Laurent-Perrier Group, encompassing renowned brands such as Salon, Delamotte, and Champagne de Castellane. The company pioneered innovations like the first non-vintage brut rosé champagne in 1961 and the prestigious Cuvée Grand Siècle, emphasizing freshness, finesse, and purity through expert blending of reserve wines, maceration techniques, and minimal dosage. Sourcing grapes from over 1,200 contracted growers across key areas like Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne, and Côte des Blancs, Laurent-Perrier exports to more than 120 countries, with sales distributed across France, Europe, and the rest of the world. Under de Nonancourt family leadership, including figures like Bernard de Nonancourt and current executives Stéphanie Meneux de Nonancourt and Stéphane Dalyac, it maintains its status as one of the world's top independent champagne producers, producing millions of bottles annually while upholding sustainable viticulture and artisanal excellence.
25.25% operating margin is above average. ROIC at 6.33%. Note that capital returns lag the margin, the business may be capital-intensive despite high margins.
Revenue declined 5.8% YoY. Margins deteriorated 5.1pp alongside, both lines moving the wrong way.
ROIC dropped from 8.42% to 6.33%, capital efficiency is deteriorating. Negative free cash flow of -€13M. The business is consuming cash, not generating it.
Profitability & Returns
Revenue (TTM)
€294M
▼ -5.8% YoY
Net Income (TTM)
€48M
▼ -25.5% YoY
Op. Margin
25.25%
▼ -5.1pp YoY
ROIC
6.33%
▼ -2.1pp YoY
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (TTM)
-€13M
▼ -622.7% YoY
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
-€4M
▼ -19300.0% YoY
Net Debt
€215M
Cash & Equiv.
€57M
3Y CAGR: -1.2%
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