The Sobieski vodka owner reported a 6.9% drop in fourth-quarter sales to €44.6m.

The France-based wine-and-spirits group has come under particular pressure in its domestic market.

Marie Brizard saw first-half profits tumble 60% year-on-year to €2.6m ($3m).

In the European market, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index has recently shown positive momentum, rising 1.03% amid expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve. As major indexes in Italy, France, Germany, and the UK all posted gains, investors are keeping an eye on small-cap stocks that could benefit from stable economic conditions and potential growth opportunities. A good stock in this environment is often characterized by strong fundamentals and resilience...