Cott Corp. - S&P Global Ratings’ Credit Research

Cott Corp.

Cott Corp. - S&P Global Ratings’ Credit Research
Cott Corp.
Published Aug 25, 2011
2672 words — Published Aug 25, 2011
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Abstract:

Volatility of profits and credit protection measures due to maturity of category and actions of larger competitors Customer concentration Seasonal sales Intense competition Solid credit protection measures for the ratings Leading global manufacturer of retailer brand beverages The ratings on Mississauga, Ont.-based Cott Corp. reflect what Standard&Poor's Ratings Services considers the company's vulnerable business risk profile stemming from its small size in a sector dominated by companies with substantially greater financial resources and market presence; customer concentration; susceptibility to commodity cost swings; and integration risks related to its Cliffstar Corp. acquisition last summer. We believe these factors are partially offset by Cott's credit protection measures, which are good for the ratings; and leading market positions in private label

  
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RESEARCH Cott Corp. Publication date: 25-Aug-2011 Primary Credit Analyst: Lori Harris, Toronto (1) 416-507-2546; lori_harris@standardandpoors.com Secondary Contact: Donald Marleau, CFA, Toronto (1) 416-507-2526; donald_marleau@standardandpoors.com...

  
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Ticker
BCB@CN
Issuer
GICS
Soft Drinks (30201030)
Sector
Global Issuers
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