date:Dec 17, 2012
Boston Beer (SAM) raised its full-year profit forecast and said it expects strong sales and earnings growth in the coming year, based on rising shipment volumes.
The maker of Samuel Adams brand beers and flavored malt beverages is among a select group of top-rated alcoholic beverage makers, most of them located outside the U.S.
The beer maker said it now expects full-year earnings per share of $4.30 to $4.60, up from $3.80 to $4.20 earlier.
Implied fourth quarter EPS is $1.15 to $1.45, the mid