Pernod

American

[pair-noh, per-naw] / pɛərˈnoʊ, pɛrˈnɔ /

Trademark.

a brand of green, aromatic anise- and licorice-flavored liqueur, originally from France.

Pernod British

/ ˈpɛənəʊ, pɛrno /

noun

an aniseed-flavoured apéritif from France

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The drop in demand was even clearer in China, key to Pernod Ricard’s Asia division.

From The Wall Street Journal

Smaller towns offer cheaper talent, and also cheaper real estate, prompting several firms like French spirits maker Pernod Ricard to look beyond the metros.

From BBC

Pernod estimates there are between 30 and 50, with many still being built.

From BBC

However, some firms are still doing business there such as US consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble and drinks maker Pernod Ricard.

From BBC

From tax notices to allegations of illegally boosting market share, French liquor giant Pernod Ricard faces business and regulatory challenges in India, which it says is "among the top three must-win markets".

From Reuters

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