US: Constellation Brands' Q1 profits drop, CEO promises he'll stay clear of Mexican acquisitions
By Andy Morton | 29 June 2012
Constellation Brands has reported a slight drop in Q1 net profits on the day it confirmed a US$1.85bn deal to acquire full ownership of Crown Imports.
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Constellation Brands has reported a slight drop in Q1 net profits on the day it confirmed a US$1.85bn deal to acquire full ownership of Crown Imports.

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