UK's A.G. Barr surges on Fentimans, Frobishers acquisition deals

A.G. Barr

03/02/2026 08:33

** Shares of Irn-Bru maker A.G. Barr BAG.L up 7.4% at 698p, highest since September 2025

** Stock top gainer on the FTSE midcap .FTMC index, which is up 0.74%

** Co says it enters FY26-27 with good momentum in core brands and from introduction of new products

** Says acquisition of Fentimans completed on February 2 for about 38 mln pounds ($52.07 mln), funded through combination of cash and debt

** Says it delivered strong performance in FY25-26, in line with expectations

** "The synergies associated with these acquisitions are expected to drive meaningful accretion over the medium term," says CEO Euan Sutherland

** "Acquisition of Fentimans and Frobishers establishes a footprint in premium adult soft drinks," say analysts at Peel Hunt

** Fentimans produces premium soft drinks, tonics & mixers, and wellness drinks. Frobishers is a natural fruit juices and soft drinks brand

** In 2025, A.G. Barr stock rose ~2.5%

($1 = 0.7298 pounds)

 (Reporting by Ankita Bora in Bengaluru)

 ((Ankita.Bora@thomsonreuters.com))