Managing our risks
Faced with a range of both internal and external risks that could prevent the Group from reaching its objectives, Pernod Ricard has implemented a system of internal control and risk management aimed at improving the forecasting and monitoring of these risks. Each function and affiliate contributes on a continual basis to the deployment and improvement of this disciplined approach.
Methodology
Following last year’s in-depth review of its risk map, the Group carried out a light review in 2025 to take into account the major changes in the risk environment to which the Pernod Ricard Group is exposed. Top management actively participated and all Pernod Ricard functions and affiliates were involved. This updated map visualises the issues at stake, without replacing the explanations provided in chapter 4 of our FY25 Universal Registration Document.
This image shows a risk matrix that plots various risks based on their likelihood of occurrence and impact.
High Impact and Low Likelihood:
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Loss of Major Industrial Site/Strategic Inventory
Risk Type: Industrial and environmental risk
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Toxic Contamination
Risk Type: Industrial and environmental risk
Average impact and average likelihood:
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Breach of Compliance Requirements
Risk Type: Legal and regulatory risk
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Supply Chain Disruptions
Risk Type: Business-related risk
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Disruption of Demand and Consumer Behavior
Risk Type: Business-related risk
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Health and Safety
Risk Type: Industrial and environmental risk
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Negative Media Coverage
Risk Type: Business-related risk
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Regulatory Constraints
Risk Type: Legal and regulatory risk
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Taxes and Levies
Risk Type: Legal and regulatory risk
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Financial Risks
Risk Type: Financial risk
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Fraud
Risk Type: Business related risks
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Major Litigation
Risk Type: Legal and regulatory risk
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Social Tension
Risk Type: Business-related risk
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Talent Management
Risk Type: Business-related risk
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Illicit Trade and Parallel Markets
Risk Type: Legal and regulatory risk
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Misuse of Artificial Intelligence
Risk Type: Business related risks
High impact and average likelihood :
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Information Systems & Cybersecurity
Risk Type: Business-related risk
Average Impact and High Likelihood:
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Changes in Market Environment
Risk Type: Business-related risk
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Climate Change
Risk Type: Industrial and environmental risk
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Geopolitical and Macroeconomic Instability
Risk Type: Business-related risk
Average impact and low likelihood:
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Environmental damage
Risk Type: Industrial and environmental risk
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Product quality issues
Risk Type: Industrial and environmental risk