Irn-bru maker AG Barr rises on annual profit beat

A.G. Barr

31/03/2026 08:09

** Shares of Irn-bru maker AG Barr BAG.L up 6.5% at 657p - top gainer across London stocks

** Co beat market expectations for annual profit, helped by a focus on its core brands and on in-trend health and wellness drinks

** Also said the direct impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict was limited to energy cost spikes, with no direct revenue exposure to the region

** BAG has risen about 5% YTD

 (Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru)

 ((Yamini.Kalia@thomsonreuters.com))