Diageo (USA)

Diageo plc (Diageo) is engaged in drinks business. The Company’s business is organized under the business areas of North America, Europe, Africa, Latin America and Caribbean, Asia Pacific and global Supply. Diageo sells products in more than 180 markets around the world. On July 5, 2011, Diageo completed the acquisition of a 50% equity controlling stake in Rum Creations Products Inc. On July 14, 2011, Diageo acquired an additional 4% equity stake in Sichuan Chengdu Quanxing Group Company Ltd. On November 25, 2011, Diageo completed the acquisition of SABMiller Africa BV's 20% interest. In December 2011, Diageo completed the acquisition of Carlos Palanca Group's 49% non-controlling equity stake in Diageo Philippines Inc. On 9, August 2012, Diageo completed the acquisition of 100% of the equity of Ypioca Bebidas S.A. In May 2013, Relay BV a wholly owned subsidiary of Diageo Plc acquired a 27.142% stake in United Spirits Ltd.