Shares of Constellation Brands Inc (NYSE:STZ), a prominent producer of beer, wine and spirits, fell 1.0% to $220.35 Friday following Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's advisory on the cancer risks associated with alcohol consumption.
What To Know: The advisory, which highlighted alcohol as a preventable cause of cancer responsible for tens of thousands of cases annually, increases public awareness of health risks and could alter consumer behavior.
As a diversified alcohol company, Constellation Brands is particularly exposed to these shifts, with its portfolio including high-profile beer brands like Corona and Modelo as well as an extensive wine and spirits lineup.
Stricter regulations, such as updated health warning labels or lower recommended consumption limits, may result in compliance costs and dampened sales. The company's reliance on premium alcohol brands makes it vulnerable to a potential shift in consumer preferences toward healthier alternatives, driving investor concerns and triggering the stock's decline.
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STZ has a 52-week high of $274.87 and a 52-week low of $217.52.