Pernod Ricard (CHIX:RIP) Change In Working Capital: €-244 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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CHIX:RIP Pernod Ricard SA CHIX:RIP
65 GF Score
Price €67.70
GF Value €104.87
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Pernod Ricard Change In Working Capital?

Pernod Ricard CHIX:RIP -3.20% 65 Change In Working Capital is €-244 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates CHIX:RIP with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of €104.87 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Pernod Ricard's change in working capital for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 was €-610 Mil.

Pernod Ricard's change in working capital for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2025 was €-470 Mil.

It is calculated by adding the items under "Change in operating assets and liabilities" (may refer to a different name for different company) section in Cash Flow Statement. Not by calculating the number changes in each periods' working capital (Total Current Assets minus Total Current Liabilities).


Pernod Ricard Change In Working Capital Related Terms


Pernod Ricard Change In Working Capital Historical Data

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* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Pernod Ricard Change In Working Capital Chart

Pernod Ricard Annual Data
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Pernod Ricard Change In Working Capital Calculation

Change In Working Capital for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €-244 Mil.

Working Capital is a measure of a company's short term liquidity or its ability to cover short term liabilities. It is defined as the difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities.

Changes in Working Capital is reported in the cash flow statement since it is one of the major ways in which net income can differ from operating cash flow. It is calculated by adding the items under "Change in operating assets and liabilities" (may refer to a different name for different company) section in Cash Flow Statement.

Use Wal-Mart Stores Inc (Jan 2014, Annual Data) as an example: Source: Wal-Mart Stores Inc 2014-01-31 10-K from SEC

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Fiscal Years EndedJanuary 31,(Amounts in millions)
Cash flows from operating activities: 2014 2013 2012
Changes in certain assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions:
Receivables, net (566) (614) (796)
Inventories (1,667) (2,759) (3,727)
Accounts payable 531 1,061 2,687
Accrued liabilities 103 271 (935)
Accrued income taxes (1,224) 981 994

For 2014-01-31, add all the items under 2014 collum together, Change in Working Capital was (566) + (1,667) + 531 + 103 + (1,224) = $ (2,823) Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

What does a Change In Working Capital of €-244 Mil mean?
Pernod Ricard (CHIX:RIP) has a Change In Working Capital of €-244 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Change in Working Capital is the difference between current assets less current liabilities between the current period and the past period. View historical data for Pernod Ricard.
Is Pernod Ricard's Change In Working Capital too high?
Pernod Ricard's current Change In Working Capital is €-244 Mil. Overall, Pernod Ricard has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Pernod Ricard's Change In Working Capital compare to BF.B?
Pernod Ricard's Change In Working Capital of €-244 Mil can be compared against companies in the Beverages - Alcoholic industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Change In Working Capital for a Beverages - Alcoholic company?
A good Change In Working Capital depends on the Beverages - Alcoholic industry context. However, Change In Working Capital should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Change In Working Capital mean?
A high Change In Working Capital can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Change in Working Capital is the difference between current assets less current liabilities between the current period and the past period. View historical data for Pernod Ricard. Pernod Ricard's current Change In Working Capital is €-244 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Pernod Ricard stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pernod Ricard (CHIX:RIP) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €104.87, compared to a current price of €67.70 — trading 35.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Change In Working Capital is €-244 Mil. Pernod Ricard's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Change In Working Capital calculated?
Change In Working Capital is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Pernod Ricard (CHIX:RIP), the current Change In Working Capital is €-244 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Pernod Ricard (CHIX:RIP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Pernod Ricard stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €67.70 is trading 35.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €104.87. GuruFocus considers Pernod Ricard to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CHIX:RIP:

  • Change In Working Capital: €-244 Mil
  • GF Value™: €104.87 vs. price of €67.70 (35.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the CHIX:RIP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Pernod Ricard Business Description

Address 5, Cours Paul Ricard, Paris, FRA, 75008
Pernod Ricard was formed in 1975 through the merger of Pernod, founded in 1805, and Ricard, created in 1932. Through acquisitions, the firm has grown to become the world's second-largest distiller by volume, behind Diageo. Pernod Ricard possesses the most comprehensive spirits portfolio globally, distributing over 240 brands across 160 countries. Flagship spirits brands include Absolut vodka, Beefeater gin, Chivas Regal and The Glenlivet scotch whisky, Jameson Irish whiskey, Malibu rum, and Martell cognac. The firm has also shed noncore assets over the years, including several wine brands in 2025.
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