The US bank, Banc of America, has raised its rating on the US-based spirits and wine group, Brown-Forman, from “sell” to “neutral”, following the company’s announcement that it is planning to buy back 8.3m shares.

Banc of America said Brown-Forman’s buyback strategy demonstrates the management’s confidence in the company’s outlook.

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