IrelandUp to 150 jobs at Diageo's Irish operation are at risk due to a global $1 billion cost-cutting initiative aimed at improving profitability. The company, which produces well-known Irish brands such as Guinness and Bailey's, has informed the Irish government of 'collective redundancies' and confirmed that thousands of positions worldwide could be eliminated. Diageo CEO Dave Lewis stated that these measures are necessary to restore shareholder value and ensure long-term success, despite challenges including shifting consumer preferences and rising inflation. The company reported a decline in both revenue and operating profit for the fiscal year ending July, citing restructuring costs and impairment charges. Shares of Diageo rose significantly after the announcement.
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