Pernod Sees Slight Growth in U.S.

The US recorded slight growth for Pernod Ricard in it first quarter thanks tp duty free sales and strong brands (Jameson, The Glenlivet, Wild Turkey, Perrier-Jouët, Mumm Napa and Campo Viejo). Absolut posted strong sales in Q1, with Nielsen show 2% volume growth in the U.S. Brands that were “more sensitive” to the economic situation (Kahlúa, Beefeater) did not fair as well. In the Americas, Pernod grew 10% with organic growth of 9% in the first quarter. Jameson was once