Exhibit 99.1
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Constellation Delivers Excellent Results; Drives Strong Cash Generation and Further Reduces Debt
Beer Depletion Growth Accelerates to 12%
Wine and Spirits Power Brands Drive Solid Depletion Growth
Net
Sales
Operating
Income
Earnings Before Interest & Taxes (EBIT)Diluted Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to CBI (EPS)Diluted EPS
Excluding Canopy
Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Highlights (1) | In millions, except per share data
Reported$2,438$783NA$6.55NA
% Change22%193%NA254%NA
Comparable$2,438$835$818$3.09$3.16
% Change22%30%35%44%32%
(1) Definitions of reported, comparable, and organic, as well as reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures, are contained elsewhere in this news release. NA=Not Applicable
HIGHLIGHTS
Despite COVID-related headwinds, generates reported basis EPS of $6.55 and comparable basis EPS of $3.09, including Canopy Growth equity losses of $0.08; excluding Canopy Growth equity losses, achieved comparable basis EPS of $3.16, an increase of 32%
Provides fiscal 2021 reported basis EPS outlook of $10.30 - $10.55 and comparable basis EPS outlook of $9.80 - $10.05
Beer depletion growth accelerates; inventory levels improve driven by organic shipment growth of 28%
Wine and Spirits Business delivers double-digit higher-end Power Brand growth in IRI channels, outpacing the higher-end of the U.S. Wine and Spirits segment
Closes the transactions to sell a portion of the Wine and Spirits business to Gallo, including Nobilo; expects to close Paul Masson Grande Amber Brandy in January 2021

Generates $2.4 billion of operating cash flow and $1.9 billion of free cash flow, an increase of 14% and 23%, respectively
Provides fiscal 2021 operating cash flow target of $2.5 - $2.7 billion and free cash flow projection of $1.7 - $1.8 billion
Reduces debt by $1.2 billion in first nine months of fiscal 2021; fully redeems $650 million outstanding senior floating rate notes and additionally announced redemption of $500 million outstanding senior notes
Board of Directors authorizes new $2 billion share repurchase program; $1.9 billion remaining on existing authorization
Declares quarterly cash dividend of $0.75 per share of Class A Common Stock and $0.68 per share of Class B Common Stock
Company maintains full employment despite pandemic challenges

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"Our business performance accelerated during the quarter despite ongoing headwinds from the pandemic, as we remain obsessed with meeting the needs of our consumers while staying focused on our long-term growth strategy."
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"The finalization of our Wine and Spirits transactions enhances the financial profile of our business and enables further debt reduction so that we can continue to execute our commitment to return $5 billion in value to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases through fiscal 2023."
Bill NewlandsGarth Hankinson
President and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
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beer
Shipment
Volume
Organic Shipment Volume (2)
Depletion Volume (2)
Net Sales (3)
Organic
Net Sales (1)
Operating
Income (3)
Three Months Ended | In millions; branded product, 24-pack, 12-ounce case equivalents
November 30, 202092.392.3$1,677.9$1,677.9$714.5
November 30, 201972.672.1$1,310.6$1,290.4$514.9
% Change27.1%28.0%12.3%28%30%39%
(2) Three months ended November 30, 2019, includes an adjustment to remove volume associated with the Ballast Point craft beer business “Ballast Point Divestiture” for the period September 1, 2019, through November 30, 2019.
(3) Three months ended November 30, 2019, includes $20.2 million of net sales and $3.2 million of gross profit less marketing that are no longer part of the beer segment results after the Ballast Point Divestiture.
HIGHLIGHTS
Constellation’s Beer Business posted double-digit depletion growth of 12%, as inventory levels improve and strong performance in off-premise channels continues to more than offset the COVID-19 impact of the approximately 35% reduction in the on-premise channel.
Modelo Especial achieved nearly 20% depletion growth and was the #1 Import share gainer in IRI channels.
The Corona Brand Family grew nearly 12% in IRI channels driven by Corona Premier, delivering over 20% growth, Corona Extra, and Corona Hard Seltzer.
Corona Hard Seltzer continues to exceed expectations as velocity and distribution of nearly 70% ACV in IRI channels remain strong; hard seltzer innovation expected to launch in early fiscal 2022 with the introduction of Variety Pack #2.
Pacifico posted growth of almost 35% in IRI channels, and was a top share gainer within the import segment.
Operating margin increased 330 basis points to 42.6%, as benefits from favorable marketing and SG&A as a percent of net sales and the Ballast Point Divestiture were partially offset by increased COGS.

Shipment volumes significantly outpaced depletion volumes as product inventories begin to rebuild from a COVID-related slowdown of Mexican beer production earlier this year. Due to continued robust consumer demand, product inventories are now expected to return to normal levels during the fourth quarter fiscal 2021 as shipment volume is expected to continue to outpace depletion volume for the remainder of the fiscal year.
The Beer Business is targeting 7 - 9% net sales growth and 8 - 10% operating income growth for fiscal 2021.
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wine and spirits
Shipment
Volume
Organic Shipment Volume (4)
Depletion Volume (4)
Net Sales (5)
Organic
Net Sales (1)
Operating
Income (5)
Three Months Ended | In millions; branded product, 9-liter case equivalents
November 30, 202013.213.2$760.2$760.2$182.3
November 30, 201912.812.4$688.8$675.4$180.4
% Change3.1%6.5%(0.8%)10%13%1%
(4) Three months ended November 30, 2019, includes an adjustment to remove volume associated with the Black Velvet Canadian Whisky business “Black Velvet Divestiture” for the period September 1, 2019, through October 31, 2019.
(5) Three months ended November 30, 2019, includes $13.4 million of net sales and $7.0 million of gross profit less marketing that are no longer part of the wine and spirits segment results after the Black Velvet Divestiture.
HIGHLIGHTS
Marketplace performance for higher-end wine Power Brands outpaced the total higher-end wine category driven by double-digit growth for Kim Crawford, Meiomi, and The Prisoner Brand Family.
Successful innovation initiatives are contributing to top-line growth with Power Brand introductions like The Prisoner cabernet sauvignon and chardonnay varietals, along with Meiomi cabernet sauvignon, which has become the largest ultra premium wine launch this year in IRI channels.
Operating margin decreased 220 basis points to 24.0% as benefits from mix and price were more than offset by unfavorable fixed cost absorption resulting from wildfires and increased marketing.
The Wine and Spirits business expects fiscal 2021 reported net sales and operating income decline of 9 - 11% and 16 - 18%, respectively; retained portfolio post wine and spirits divestitures expected to grow net sales 2 - 4%.
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OUTLOOK
The table sets forth management's current EPS expectations for fiscal 2021 compared to fiscal 2020 actual results, both on a reported basis, a comparable basis, and a comparable basis excluding Canopy equity (losses) and related activities.
Reported BasisComparable Basis
FY21 EstimateFY20 ActualFY21 Estimate (Excl. Canopy)FY20 ActualFY20 Actual
(Excl. Canopy)
Fiscal Year Ending February 28/29$10.30 - $10.55$(0.07)$9.80 - $10.05$9.12$9.89
Fiscal 2021 Current Guidance Assumptions:
Beer: net sales growth of 7 - 9%; excluding impact of Ballast Point Divestiture, expect to be at the upper-end of the range and including Ballast Point Divestiture, expect to be at the lower-end of the range; operating income growth of 8 - 10%
Wine and Spirits: reported net sales and operating income decline of 9 - 11% and 16 - 18%, respectively; retained portfolio post wine and spirits divestitures, expected to grow net sales 2 - 4%
Interest expense: approximately $390 million
Tax rate: reported approximately 21%, comparable excluding Canopy equity earnings impact approximately 19%
Weighted average diluted shares outstanding: approximately 195 million; assumes no additional share repurchases for fiscal 2021
Operating cash flow: $2.5 - $2.7 billion
Capital expenditures: $800 - $900 million
Free cash flow: $1.7 - $1.8 billion
The reported basis EPS guidance includes the fiscal 2021 year to date Canopy equity earnings and related activities impact. Our guidance does not reflect future changes in the fair value of the company’s investments in Canopy’s warrants and convertible debt securities. Additionally, the company continues to evaluate the future potential equity earnings impact from the Canopy equity method investment and related activities and, as such, these items have been excluded from the target assumptions noted above.
The revised Wine and Spirits transaction to sell a portion of the business to E. & J. Gallo Winery (“Gallo”) (the “Further Revised Wine and Spirits Transaction”) and the separate, but related, agreement to divest the Nobilo Wine brand to Gallo (the “Nobilo Transaction”) both closed on January 5, 2021, while the separate transaction to divest the concentrate business to Vie-Del closed in December 2020. In addition, the company agreed to divest the Paul Masson Grande Amber Brandy brand in a separate transaction (the "Paul Masson Transaction") which is expected to close in January 2021. Constellation plans to retain the Cooks and J. Roget brands and the Mission Bell Winery.

The following table presents estimated selected wine and spirits segment financial information included in our consolidated financial statements that will no longer be part of our consolidated results after these transactions close:
FY20 Q4FY21 Q1FY21 Q2FY21 Q3
(in millions)
Shipment volume (9-liter case equivalents)6.14.54.65.3
Net sales$237$187$181$210
CAM (gross profit less marketing)$84$77$67$74

In addition, the company sold the Black Velvet Canadian Whisky business on November 1, 2019. The approximate fiscal 2020 shipment volume, net sales, and gross profit less marketing totaled 1.6 million 9-liter case equivalents, $50.3 million, and $23.2 million, respectively.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Consumer-obsession fuels our innovation. Corona Premier was named to Nielsen’s 2020 BASES Top 25 breakthrough innovation list, awarded to standout innovations that achieved critical success amidst the COVID-19-impacted landscape.
Shanken News recognized five of our wine and spirits brands with IMPACT Blue Chip Awards, given to the industry’s best long-term performers: SVEDKA, Woodbridge, Ruffino, Kim Crawford, and Meiomi.
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QUARTERLY DIVIDEND
On January 6, 2021, Constellation’s board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.75 per share of Class A Common Stock and $0.68 per share of Class B Common Stock, payable on February 23, 2021, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 9, 2021.
A copy of this news release, including the attachments and other financial information that may be discussed during the call, will be available on our website cbrands.com under “Investors/Reporting” prior to the call.



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CANOPY GROWTH INVESTMENT
Constellation’s share of Canopy Growth’s equity earnings and related activities for third quarter of fiscal 2021 totaled a loss of $12.4 million on a reported basis and a loss of $43.0 million on a comparable basis.

Constellation has recognized a $834 million unrealized net gain in reported basis results since the initial Canopy investment in November 2017; a $770 million increase in the fair value of Canopy investments was recognized for third quarter of fiscal 2021.

In December 2020, Canopy announced its plans to close five Canadian production facilities as part of its efforts to streamline its operations and further improve margins. As such, Canopy expects to record an estimated pre-tax loss of approximately C$350 million to C$400 million in their third and fourth quarter fiscal 2021 results. Constellation expects to record its proportional share of the estimated pre-tax loss of approximately C$130 million to C$155 million in our fourth quarter fiscal 2021 and first quarter of fiscal 2022 results.

LIVING OUR FOUNDER'S PASSION FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE
The Marvin Sands Heritage Award is the most prestigious recognition Constellation bestows on its employees, given to those who exemplify our founder's values and embody his passion for making a positive impact on our customers, in the lives of our employees, and in the communities in which we live and work. Those lasting values have propelled us from humble beginnings to a top-performing Fortune 500 company over the last 75 years, and will continue to guide us as we reach for even greater heights in the years ahead.
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ABOUT CONSTELLATION BRANDS

At Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B), our mission is to build brands that people love because we believe sharing a toast, unwinding after a day, celebrating milestones, and helping people connect, are Worth Reaching For. It’s worth our dedication, hard work, and the bold calculated risks we take to deliver more for our consumers, trade partners, shareholders, and communities in which we live and work. It’s what has made us one of the fastest-growing large CPG companies in the U.S. at retail, and it drives our pursuit to deliver what’s next.

Today, we are a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. Every day, people reach for our high-end, iconic imported beer brands such as Corona Extra, Corona Light, Corona Premier, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra, and Pacifico, and our high-quality premium wine and spirits brands, including the Robert Mondavi Brand Family, Kim Crawford, Meiomi, The Prisoner Brand Family, SVEDKA Vodka, Casa Noble Tequila, and High West Whiskey.

But we won’t stop here. Our visionary leadership team and passionate employees from barrel room to boardroom are reaching for the next level, to explore the boundaries of the beverage alcohol industry and beyond. Join us in discovering what’s Worth Reaching For.

To learn more, follow us on Twitter @cbrands and visit www.cbrands.com.

MEDIA CONTACTSINVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACTS
Mike McGrew773-251-4934michael.mcgrew@cbrands.comPatty Yahn-Urlaub585-678-7483patty.yahn-urlaub@cbrands.com
Amy Martin585-678-7141amy.martin@cbrands.comMarisa Pepelea312-741-2316marisa.pepelea@cbrands.com
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reported basis (“reported”) are amounts as reported under generally accepted accounting principles. Comparable basis (“comparable”) are amounts which exclude items that affect comparability (“comparable adjustments”), as they are not reflective of core operations of the segments. The company’s measure of segment profitability excludes comparable adjustments, which is consistent with the measure used by management to evaluate results. The company discusses various non-GAAP measures in this news release. Financial statements, as well as supplemental schedules and tables reconciling non-GAAP measures, together with definitions of these measures and the reasons management uses these measures, are included in this news release.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
The statements made under the heading Outlook and all statements other than statements of historical fact set forth in this news release regarding Constellation Brands’ business strategy, future operations and business, future financial position, expected effective tax rates and anticipated tax liabilities, estimated revenues, projected costs and expenses, expected net sales and operating income, estimated diluted EPS, expected capital expenditures, expected operating cash flow and free cash flow, future payments of dividends, manner and timing of share repurchases under the share repurchase authorization, and prospects, plans and objectives of management, as well as information concerning expected actions of third parties, are forward-looking statements (collectively, the “Projections”) that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in or implied by the Projections.
During the current quarter, Constellation Brands may reiterate the Projections. Prior to the start of the company’s quiet period, which will begin at the close of business on February 26, 2021, the public can continue to rely on the Projections as still being Constellation Brands’ current expectations on the matters covered, unless the company publishes a notice stating otherwise. During Constellation Brands’ “quiet period,” the Projections should not be considered to constitute the company’s expectations and should be considered historical, speaking as of prior to the quiet period only and not subject to update by the company.
The Projections are based on management’s current expectations and, unless otherwise noted, do not take into account the impact of any future acquisition, investment, merger, or any other business combination, divestiture, restructuring, or other strategic business realignments, financing or share repurchase that may be completed after the date of this release. The Projections should not be construed in any manner as a guarantee that such results will in fact occur. The actual impact of COVID-19 and its associated operating environment may be materially different than management’s expectations. The pending Paul Masson Transaction is subject to the satisfaction of certain closing conditions. There can be no assurance the Paul Masson Transaction will occur or will occur on the terms or timetable contemplated hereby. There also can be no assurance Constellation will receive any incremental contingent consideration payment or any specific amount of incremental contingent consideration payment associated with the Further Revised Wine and Spirits Transaction.
In addition to the risks and uncertainties of ordinary business operations, the Projections of the company contained in this news release are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including:
duration and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, including but not limited to, closure of non-essential businesses, which may include our manufacturing facilities, and other governmental containment actions;
production or shipment difficulties could adversely affect our ability to supply our customers;
completion of the pending Paul Masson Transaction;
impact of the Wine and Spirits Transactions, amount and use of expected proceeds from the transactions, actual purchase price adjustments, and post-closing purchase price adjustments, amount of any future write-down on assets held for sale, and the amount and timing of cost reductions or any future restructuring charge, if any, may vary from management’s current expectations;
amount of contingent consideration, if any, received in the Further Revised Wine and Spirits Transaction will depend on actual brand performance;
beer operations expansion, construction, and optimization activities, scope, costs and timing associated with these activities, and amount of impairment, if any, from non-recoverable brewery construction assets in Mexico may vary from management’s current estimates due to market conditions, our cash and debt position, receipt of regulatory approvals on the expected dates and terms, results of discussions with government officials, actual amount of non-recoverable brewery construction assets, and other factors determined by management;
accuracy of supply projections, including those relating to wine and spirits operating activities, beer operations expansion activities, product inventory levels, and glass sourcing;
operating cash flow, free cash flow, effective tax rate, and capital expenditures to support long-term growth may vary from management’s current estimates;
accuracy of projections associated with market opportunities and with previously announced acquisitions, investments, and divestitures;
accuracy of projections relating to the Canopy investments may vary from management’s current expectations;
exact duration of the share repurchase implementation and the amount, timing, and source of funds for any share repurchases;
amount and timing of future dividends are subject to the determination and discretion of the board of directors;
raw material and water supply, production, or shipment difficulties could adversely affect the company’s ability to supply its customers;
general economic, geo-political, domestic, international and regulatory conditions, instability in world financial markets, health epidemics or pandemics, quarantines or curfews, unanticipated environmental liabilities and costs, or enhanced competitive activities;
changes to international trade agreements and tariffs, accounting standards, elections or assertions, tax laws or other governmental rules and regulations, and other factors which could impact the company’s reported financial position, results of operations, effective tax rate, or accuracy of any associated Projections;
changes in interest rates and the inherent unpredictability of currency fluctuations, commodity prices, and raw material costs; and
other factors and uncertainties disclosed in the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 29, 2020, which could cause actual future performance to differ from current expectations.
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in millions)
(unaudited)
November 30,
2020
February 29,
2020
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$152.9 $81.4 
Accounts receivable915.4 864.8 
Inventories1,376.9 1,373.6 
Prepaid expenses and other455.5 535.8 
Assets held for sale - current546.4 628.5 
Total current assets3,447.1 3,484.1 
Property, plant, and equipment5,580.7 5,333.0 
Goodwill7,789.0 7,757.1 
Intangible assets2,739.7 2,718.9 
Equity method investments2,959.9 3,093.9 
Securities measured at fair value1,536.2 1,117.1 
Deferred income taxes2,563.0 2,656.3 
Assets held for sale385.5 552.1 
Other assets629.5 610.7 
Total assets$27,630.6 $27,323.2 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDER’S EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Short-term borrowings$40.0 $238.9 
Current maturities of long-term debt528.4 734.9 
Accounts payable732.1 557.6 
Other accrued expenses and liabilities740.9 780.4 
Total current liabilities2,041.4 2,311.8 
Long-term debt, less current maturities10,416.1 11,210.8 
Deferred income taxes and other liabilities1,520.6 1,326.3 
Total liabilities13,978.1 14,848.9 
CBI stockholders’ equity13,312.1 12,131.8 
Noncontrolling interests340.4 342.5 
Total stockholders’ equity13,652.5 12,474.3 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$27,630.6 $27,323.2 
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in millions, except per share data)
(unaudited)
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Sales$2,643.7 $2,181.5 $7,235.1 $7,037.4 
Excise taxes(205.6)(182.1)(573.2)(596.8)
Net sales2,438.1 1,999.4 6,661.9 6,440.6 
Cost of product sold(1,169.9)(1,011.9)(3,189.6)(3,238.5)
Gross profit1,268.2 987.5 3,472.3 3,202.1 
Selling, general, and administrative expenses(463.8)(406.3)(1,211.8)(1,251.7)
Impairment of assets held for sale(21.0)(390.0)(24.0)(417.0)
Gain (loss) on sale of business(0.3)76.0 (4.7)76.0 
Operating income (loss)783.1 267.2 2,231.8 1,609.4 
Income (loss) from unconsolidated investments782.4 (456.5)130.5 (2,711.8)
Interest expense(95.7)(103.1)(295.9)(329.3)
Loss on extinguishment of debt(1.2)— (8.8)(2.4)
Income (loss) before income taxes1,468.6 (292.4)2,057.6 (1,434.1)
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes(176.6)658.9 (416.4)1,046.5 
Net income (loss)1,292.0 366.5 1,641.2 (387.6)
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests(11.1)(6.1)(26.1)(22.6)
Net income (loss) attributable to CBI$1,280.9 $360.4 $1,615.1 $(410.2)
Net income (loss) per common share attributable to CBI:
Basic – Class A Common Stock$6.68 $1.90 $8.44 $(2.17)
Basic – Class B Convertible Common Stock$6.07 $1.73 $7.67 $(1.98)
Diluted – Class A Common Stock$6.55 $1.85 $8.28 $(2.17)
Diluted – Class B Convertible Common Stock$6.03 $1.71 $7.62 $(1.98)
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic – Class A Common Stock170.571 168.346 170.083 168.258 
Basic – Class B Convertible Common Stock23.274 23.314 23.284 23.316 
Diluted – Class A Common Stock195.444 194.856 195.101 168.258 
Diluted – Class B Convertible Common Stock23.274 23.314 23.284 23.316 
Cash dividends declared per common share:
Class A Common Stock$0.75 $0.75 $2.25 $2.25 
Class B Convertible Common Stock$0.68 $0.68 $2.04 $2.04 
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in millions)
(unaudited)
Nine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income (loss)$1,641.2 $(387.6)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:
Unrealized net (gain) loss on securities measured at fair value(524.7)2,200.9 
Deferred tax provision (benefit)287.0 (1,192.8)
Depreciation219.2 248.9 
Stock-based compensation52.0 50.6 
Equity in (earnings) losses of equity method investees and related activities, net of distributed earnings403.0 512.5 
Noncash lease expense63.0 66.6 
Impairment and amortization of intangible assets4.0 15.3 
Amortization of debt issuance costs and loss on extinguishment of debt17.7 13.0 
Impairment of assets held for sale24.0 417.0 
(Gain) loss on sale of business4.7 (76.0)
Loss on inventory and related contracts 25.8 122.7 
Loss on settlement of treasury lock contracts(29.3)— 
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects from purchases of businesses:
Accounts receivable(44.1)41.3 
Inventories75.2 (134.5)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets67.4 40.1 
Accounts payable146.8 135.6 
Other accrued expenses and liabilities(29.7)(20.1)
Other(39.6)22.8 
Total adjustments722.4 2,463.9 
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities2,363.6 2,076.3 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Purchases of property, plant, and equipment(467.7)(538.3)
Purchases of businesses, net of cash acquired(19.9)(36.2)
Investments in equity method investees and securities(217.4)(33.7)
Proceed from sales of assets18.3 0.7 
Proceeds from sale of business42.9 269.7 
Other investing activities0.6 1.9 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities(643.2)(335.9)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt1,194.7 1,291.3 
Principal payments of long-term debt(2,214.0)(2,061.0)
Net proceeds from (repayments of) short-term borrowings(198.9)(510.0)
Dividends paid(431.2)(427.0)
Purchases of treasury stock (50.0)
Proceeds from shares issued under equity compensation plans43.2 38.9 
Payments of minimum tax withholdings on stock-based payment awards(7.7)(14.2)
Payments of debt issuance, debt extinguishment, and other financing costs(18.3)(8.2)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests(22.5)— 
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities(1,654.7)(1,740.2)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents5.8 (0.1)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents71.5 0.1 
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period81.4 93.6 
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period$152.9 $93.7 
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF REPORTED AND ORGANIC NET SALES
(in millions)
(unaudited)

For periods of acquisition, we define organic net sales as current period reported net sales less net sales of products of acquired businesses reported for the current period, as appropriate. For periods of divestiture, we define organic net sales as prior period reported net sales less net sales of products of divested businesses reported for the prior period, as appropriate. We provide organic net sales because we use this information in monitoring and evaluating the underlying business trends of our core operations. In addition, we believe this information provides investors valuable insight on underlying business trends and results in order to evaluate year-over-year financial performance.
The divestitures impacting the periods below consist of the Black Velvet Divestiture (sold November 1, 2019) and the Ballast Point Divestiture (sold March 2, 2020).
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
Consolidated net sales$2,438.1 $1,999.4 22 %$6,661.9 $6,440.6 %
Less:  Black Velvet Divestiture (1)
 (13.4) (51.4)
Less:  Ballast Point Divestiture (2)
 (20.2) (73.5)
Consolidated organic net sales$2,438.1 $1,965.8 24 %$6,661.9 $6,315.7 %
Beer net sales$1,677.9 $1,310.6 28 %$4,697.9 $4,428.4 %
Less:  Ballast Point Divestiture (2)
 (20.2) (73.5)
Beer organic net sales$1,677.9 $1,290.4 30 %4,697.9 4,354.9 %
Wine and Spirits net sales$760.2 $688.8 10 %$1,964.0 $2,012.2 (2 %)
Less:  Black Velvet Divestiture (1)
 (13.4) (51.4)
Wine and Spirits organic net sales$760.2 $675.4 13 %$1,964.0 $1,960.8 — %
(1)For the periods September 1, 2019, through October 31, 2019, and March 1, 2019, through October 31, 2019, included in the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2019, respectively.
(2)For the periods September 1, 2019, through November 30, 2019, and March 2, 2019, through November 30, 2019, included in the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2019, respectively.
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL SHIPMENT AND DEPLETION INFORMATION
(unaudited)
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
Beer
(in millions, branded product, 24-pack, 12-ounce case equivalents)
Shipment volume92.3 72.6 27.1 %258.9 246.6 5.0 %
Organic shipment volume (1)
92.3 72.1 28.0 %258.9 244.6 5.8 %
Depletion volume (2) (3)
12.3 %7.3 %
Wine and Spirits
(in millions, branded product, 9-liter case equivalents)
Shipment volume13.2 12.8 3.1 %35.6 39.6 (10.1 %)
Organic shipment volume (4)
13.2 12.4 6.5 %35.6 38.2 (6.8 %)
U.S. Domestic shipment volume12.2 11.6 5.2 %32.8 36.4 (9.9 %)
U.S. Domestic organic shipment volume (4)
12.2 11.3 8.0 %32.8 35.0 (6.3 %)
U.S. Domestic Power Brands shipment volume (5)
6.1 5.9 3.4 %16.8 16.7 0.6 %
U.S. Domestic depletion volume (2) (6)
(0.8 %)(1.7 %)
U.S. Domestic Power Brands depletion volume (2) (5)
3.7 %2.5 %
(1)
Includes an adjustment to remove shipment volume associated with the Ballast Point Divestiture for the periods September 1, 2019, through November 30, 2019, and March 2, 2019, through November 30, 2019, for the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2019, respectively.
(2)
Depletions represent distributor shipments of our respective branded products to retail customers, based on third-party data.
(3)
Includes an adjustment to remove depletion volume associated with the Ballast Point Divestiture for the periods September 1, 2019, through November 30, 2019, and March 2, 2019, through November 30, 2019, for the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2019, respectively.
(4)
Includes an adjustment to remove shipment volume associated with the Black Velvet Divestiture for the periods September 1, 2019, through October 31, 2019, and March 1, 2019, through October 31, 2019, for the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2019, respectively.
(5)
U.S. Domestic Power Brands include the following brands and/or portfolio of brands:
Wine BrandsWine Portfolio of BrandsSpirits Brands
  7 Moons
●  Drylands
●  SIMI
●  Charles Smith
  Casa Noble
  Auros
●  Kim Crawford
  Spoken Barrel
  Prisoner
●  High West
●  Champagne Palmer & Co
  Meiomi
●  Robert Mondavi
●  Mi CAMPO
  Cooper & Thief
  Mount Veeder
●  Schrader
  Nelson’s Green Brier
  Crafters Union
  Nobilo (7)
●  SVEDKA
  Cuvée Sauvage
  Ruffino
●  The Real McCoy
(6)
Includes an adjustment to remove depletion volume associated with the Black Velvet Divestiture for the periods September 1, 2019, through October 31, 2019, and March 1, 2019, through October 31, 2019, for the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2019, respectively.
(7)
Brand was divested in January 2021.
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUMMARIZED SEGMENT AND INCOME (LOSS) FROM UNCONSOLIDATED INVESTMENTS INFORMATION
(in millions)
(unaudited)
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
Beer
Segment net sales$1,677.9 $1,310.6 28 %$4,697.9 $4,428.4 %
Segment gross profit$952.7 $735.3 30 %$2,632.9 $2,468.1 %
% Net sales56.8 %56.1 %56.0 %55.7 %
Segment operating income (loss)$714.5 $514.9 39 %$1,988.0 $1,780.8 12 %
% Net sales42.6 %39.3 %42.3 %40.2 %
Wine and Spirits
Wine net sales$666.7 $601.2 11 %$1,711.2 $1,747.3 (2 %)
Spirits net sales93.5 87.6 %252.8 264.9 (5 %)
Segment net sales$760.2 $688.8 10 %$1,964.0 $2,012.2 (2 %)
Segment gross profit$327.8 $310.6 %$868.2 $874.4 (1 %)
% Net sales43.1 %45.1 %44.2 %43.5 %
Segment operating income (loss)$182.3 $180.4 %$507.8 $501.6 %
% Net sales24.0 %26.2 %25.9 %24.9 %
Segment income (loss) from unconsolidated investments$25.5 $31.6 (19 %)$26.6 $34.6 (23 %)
Corporate Operations and Other
Segment operating income (loss)$(61.4)$(51.3)(20 %)$(171.3)$(148.7)(15 %)
Segment income (loss) from unconsolidated investments$(0.3)$(0.5)40 %$0.2 $(1.8)111 %
Canopy equity earnings (losses) (1)
$(43.0)$(71.1)40 %$(108.8)$(180.2)40 %
Consolidated operating income (loss)$783.1 $267.2 193 %$2,231.8 $1,609.4 39 %
Comparable Adjustments52.3 376.8 (86 %)92.7 524.3 (82 %)
Comparable operating income (loss)$835.4 $644.0 30 %$2,324.5 $2,133.7 %
Consolidated income (loss) from unconsolidated investments$782.4 $(456.5)NM$130.5 $(2,711.8)105 %
Comparable Adjustments(800.2)416.5 NM(212.5)2,564.4 (108 %)
Comparable income (loss) from unconsolidated investments$(17.8)$(40.0)56 %$(82.0)$(147.4)44 %
Consolidated EBIT$817.6 $604.0 35 %$2,242.5 $1,986.3 13 %
(1)
We recognize our equity in earnings (losses) for Canopy on a two-month lag. The summarized financial information below represents 100% of Canopy’s reported results, prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S. (“GAAP”), and converted from Canadian dollars to U.S. dollars using the applicable weighted average exchange rates.
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Percent
Change
Net sales $101.5 $58.0 75 %$261.5 $196.4 33 %
Gross profit (loss)$19.6 $(7.3)NM$(33.0)$13.8 NM
% Net sales 19.3 %(12.6)%(12.6)%7.0 %
Operating income (loss)$(213.4)$(210.8)(1 %)$(1,071.0)$(541.3)(98 %)
% Net sales NMNMNMNM
NM=Not Meaningful
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
(in millions, except per share data)
(unaudited)

We report our financial results in accordance with GAAP. However, non-GAAP financial measures, as defined in the reconciliation tables below, are provided because we use this information in evaluating the results of our core operations and/or internal goal setting. In addition, we believe this information provides investors valuable insight on underlying business trends and results in order to evaluate year-over-year financial performance. See the tables below for supplemental financial data and corresponding reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP financial measures for the periods presented. Non-GAAP financial measures should be viewed in addition to, and not as an alternative for, our reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP. Please refer to our website at http://www.cbrands.com/investors/reporting for a more detailed description and further discussion of these non-GAAP financial measures.
Three Months Ended November 30, 2020Three Months Ended November 30, 2019Percent
Change -
Reported
Basis
(GAAP)
Percent
Change -
Comparable
Basis
(Non-GAAP)
Reported
Basis
(GAAP)
Comparable
Adjustments
Comparable
Basis
(Non-GAAP)
Reported
Basis
(GAAP)
Comparable
Adjustments
Comparable
Basis
(Non-GAAP)
Net sales$2,438.1 $2,438.1 $1,999.4 $1,999.4 22 %22 %
Cost of product sold(1,169.9)$12.3 (1,011.9)$58.4 
Gross profit1,268.2 12.3 $1,280.5 987.5 58.4 $1,045.9 28 %22 %
Selling, general, and administrative expenses(463.8)18.7 (406.3)4.4 
Impairment of assets held for sale(21.0)21.0 (390.0)390.0 
Gain (loss) on sale of business(0.3)0.3 76.0 (76.0)
Operating income (loss)783.1 52.3 $835.4 267.2 376.8 $644.0 193 %30 %
Income (loss) from unconsolidated investments782.4 (800.2)(456.5)416.5 
EBIT$817.6 $604.0 NA35 %
Interest expense(95.7)(103.1)
Loss on extinguishment of debt(1.2)1.2 — 
Income (loss) before income taxes1,468.6 (746.7)$721.9 (292.4)793.3 $500.9 NM44 %
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (1)
(176.6)69.6 658.9 (736.1)
Net income (loss)1,292.0 (677.1)366.5 57.2 
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests(11.1)(6.1)
Net income (loss) attributable to CBI$1,280.9 $(677.1)$603.8 $360.4 $57.2 $417.6 255 %45 %
EPS (2)
$6.55 $(3.46)$3.09 $1.85 $0.29 $2.14 254 %44 %
Weighted average common shares outstanding – diluted195.444 195.444 194.856 194.856 
Gross margin52.0 %52.5 %49.4 %52.3 %
Operating margin32.1 %34.3 %13.4 %32.2 %
Effective tax rate12.0 %14.8 %225.3 %15.4 %
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Three Months Ended November 30, 2020Three Months Ended November 30, 2019
Comparable Adjustments
Acquisitions,
Divestitures,
and Related
Costs (3)
Restructuring
and Other Strategic Business Development Costs (4)
Other (5)
Total
Acquisitions,
Divestitures,
and Related
Costs (3)
Restructuring
and Other Strategic Business Development Costs (4)
Other (5)
Total
Cost of product sold$— $(0.7)$(11.6)$(12.3)$(0.3)$(63.5)$5.4 $(58.4)
Selling, general, and administrative expenses$(1.5)$(12.7)$(4.5)$(18.7)$(1.2)$(2.4)$(0.8)$(4.4)
Impairment of assets held for sale$— $(21.0)$— $(21.0)$— $(390.0)$— $(390.0)
Gain (loss) on sale of business$(0.3)$— $— $(0.3)$76.0 $— $— $76.0 
Operating income (loss)$(1.8)$(34.4)$(16.1)$(52.3)$74.5 $(455.9)$4.6 $(376.8)
Income (loss) from unconsolidated investments$(1.0)$(12.7)$813.9 $800.2 $(4.9)$— $(411.6)$(416.5)
Loss on extinguishment of debt$— $— $(1.2)$(1.2)$— $— $— $— 
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (1)
$3.3 $59.8 $(132.7)$(69.6)$(15.4)$111.2 $640.3 $736.1 
Net income (loss) attributable to CBI$0.5 $12.7 $663.9 $677.1 $54.2 $(344.7)$233.3 $(57.2)
EPS (2)
$— $0.06 $3.40 $3.46 $0.28 $(1.77)$1.20 $(0.29)
(1)    The effective tax rate applied to each Comparable Adjustment amount is generally based upon the jurisdiction in which the Comparable Adjustment was recognized. For the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2020, the (provision for) benefit from income taxes primarily includes (i) a net income tax (provision) benefit recognized as a result of adjustments to valuation allowances and (ii) a net income tax (provision) benefit related to legislative and governmental initiatives under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”). For the three months and nine months ended November 30, 2019, the (provision for) benefit from income taxes includes a net income tax benefit recognized as a result of tax reform in Switzerland. For the nine months ended November 30, 2019, the (provision for) benefit from income taxes also includes a net income tax benefit recognized for the reversal of a valuation allowance related to capital loss carryforwards as a result of classifying assets held for sale in connection with the definitive agreement to sell a portion of the wine and spirits business to E. & J. Gallo Winery.
(2)    May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently. For the nine months ended November 30, 2019, the comparable adjustments and comparable basis diluted net income per share are calculated on a fully dilutive basis. (6)
(3)    For the three months ended November 30, 2019, acquisitions, divestitures, and related costs consist of a net gain recognized in connection with the sale of the Black Velvet Canadian Whisky business.
(4)    For the three months ended November 30, 2020, and November 30, 2019, restructuring and other strategic business development costs consist of impairments of long-lived assets held for sale and costs to optimize our portfolio, gain efficiencies, and reduce our cost structure primarily within the wine and spirits segment. For the three months ended November 30, 2020, restructuring and other strategic business development costs also consist of equity losses from Canopy Growth Corporation ("Canopy") related to costs designed to improve their organizational focus, streamline operations, and align product capability with projected demand.
(5)    For the three months ended November 30, 2020, other consists primarily of an unrealized net gain from the mark to fair value of our investments in Canopy and a net gain from the mark to fair value of undesignated commodity derivative contracts, partially offset by costs associated with Canopy equity losses and a loss on write-down of certain grapes as a result of smoke damage sustained during the U.S. West Coast wildfires. For the three months ended November 30, 2019, other consists primarily of a net income tax benefit recognized as a result of tax reform in Switzerland and a net gain associated with Canopy equity earnings.
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (continued)
(in millions except per share data)
(unaudited)
Nine Months Ended November 30, 2020Nine Months Ended November 30, 2019Percent
Change -
Reported
Basis
(GAAP)
Percent
Change -
Comparable
Basis
(Non-GAAP)
Reported
Basis
(GAAP)
Comparable
Adjustments
Comparable
Basis
(Non-GAAP)
Reported
Basis
(GAAP)
Comparable
Adjustments
Comparable
Basis
(Non-GAAP)
Net sales$6,661.9 $6,661.9 $6,440.6 $6,440.6 3 %3 %
Cost of product sold(3,189.6)$28.8 (3,238.5)$140.4 
Gross profit3,472.3 28.8 $3,501.1 3,202.1 140.4 $3,342.5 8 %5 %
Selling, general, and administrative expenses(1,211.8)35.2 (1,251.7)42.9 
Impairment of assets held for sale(24.0)24.0 (417.0)417.0 
Gain (loss) on sale of business(4.7)4.7 76.0 (76.0)
Operating income (loss)2,231.8 92.7 $2,324.5 1,609.4 524.3 $2,133.7 39 %9 %
Income (loss) from unconsolidated investments130.5 (212.5)(2,711.8)2,564.4 
EBIT$2,242.5 $1,986.3 NA13 %
Interest expense(295.9)(329.3)
Loss on extinguishment of debt(8.8)8.8 (2.4)2.4 
Income (loss) before income taxes2,057.6 (111.0)$1,946.6 (1,434.1)3,091.1 $1,657.0 NM17 %
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (1)
(416.4)86.7 1,046.5 (1,304.1)
Net income (loss)1,641.2 (24.3)(387.6)1,787.0 
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests(26.1)(22.6)
Net income (loss) attributable to CBI$1,615.1 $(24.3)$1,590.8 $(410.2)$1,787.0 $1,376.8 NM16 %
EPS (2)
$8.28 $(0.12)$8.15 $(2.17)$9.17 $7.07 NM15 %
Weighted average common shares outstanding – diluted (6)
195.101 195.101 168.258 26.606 194.864 
Gross margin52.1 %52.6 %49.7 %51.9 %
Operating margin33.5 %34.9 %25.0 %33.1 %
Effective tax rate20.2 %16.9 %73.0 %15.5 %
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Nine Months Ended November 30, 2020Nine Months Ended November 30, 2019
Comparable Adjustments
Acquisitions,
Divestitures,
and Related
Costs (7)
Restructuring
and Other Strategic Business Development Costs (8)
Other (9)
Total
Acquisitions,
Divestitures,
and Related
Costs (7)
Restructuring
and Other Strategic Business Development Costs (8)
Other (9)
Total
Cost of product sold$(0.1)$(25.8)$(2.9)$(28.8)$(1.5)$(131.3)$(7.6)$(140.4)
Selling, general, and administrative expenses$(4.5)$(21.6)$(9.1)$(35.2)$4.8 $(25.5)$(22.2)$(42.9)
Impairment of assets held for sale$— $(24.0)$— $(24.0)$— $(417.0)$— $(417.0)
Gain (loss) on sale of business$(4.7)$— $— $(4.7)$76.0 $— $— $76.0 
Operating income (loss)$(9.3)$(71.4)$(12.0)$(92.7)$79.3 $(573.8)$(29.8)$(524.3)
Income (loss) from unconsolidated investments$(1.9)$(251.5)$465.9 $212.5 $(23.9)$— $(2,540.5)$(2,564.4)
Loss on extinguishment of debt$— $— $(8.8)$(8.8)$— $— $(2.4)$(2.4)
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (1)
$(19.8)$73.0 $(139.9)$(86.7)$42.1 $139.7 $1,122.3 $1,304.1 
Net income (loss) attributable to CBI$(31.0)$(249.9)$305.2 $24.3 $97.5 $(434.1)$(1,450.4)$(1,787.0)
EPS (2)
$(0.16)$(1.28)$1.56 $0.12 $0.50 $(2.23)$(7.44)$(9.17)
(6)    We have excluded the following weighted average common shares outstanding from the calculation of diluted net income (loss) per common share, as the effect of including these would have been anti-dilutive, in millions:
For the Nine Months Ended
November 30, 2019
Class B Convertible Common Stock23.316 
Stock-based awards, primarily stock options3.290 
(7)    For the nine months ended November 30, 2020, acquisitions, divestitures, and related costs consist primarily of (i) a net income tax provision recognized for the adjustments to valuation allowances, (ii) a net loss on foreign currency contracts, (iii) a loss in connection with working capital adjustments on the sale of the Black Velvet Canadian Whisky business, and (iv) transaction costs associated with the pending sale of a portion of the wine and spirits business, partially offset by a net gain recognized in connection with a vineyard sale. For the nine months ended November 30, 2019, acquisitions, divestitures, and related costs consist primarily of (i) a net gain recognized in connection with the sale of the Black Velvet Canadian Whisky business, (ii) a net income tax benefit recognized for the reversal of a valuation allowance, and (iii) a gain related to the remeasurement of our previously held equity interest in Nelson’s Green Brier to the acquisition-date fair value, partially offset by flow through of inventory basis adjustments associated with our investment in Canopy.
(8)    For the nine months ended November 30, 2020, restructuring and other strategic business development costs consist primarily of equity losses from Canopy related to costs designed to improve their organizational focus, streamline operations, and align product capability with projected demand. The nine months ended November 30, 2020, and November 30, 2019, also included impairments of long-lived assets held for sale and costs to optimize our portfolio, gain efficiencies, reduce our cost structure primarily within the wine and spirits segment.
(9)    For the nine months ended November 30, 2020, other consists primarily of an unrealized net gain from the mark to fair value of our investments in Canopy and a net gain from the mark to fair value of undesignated commodity derivative contracts, partially offset by (i) costs associated with Canopy equity losses, (ii) a loss on write-down of certain grapes as a result of smoke damage sustained during the U.S. West Coast wildfires, and (iii) a net income tax provision related to the CARES Act. For the nine months ended November 30, 2019, other consists primarily of an unrealized net loss from the mark to fair value of our investments in Canopy and costs associated with Canopy equity losses, partially offset by an unrealized gain from the June 2019 modification of terms of the November 2018 Canopy Warrants and a net income tax benefit recognized as a result of tax reform in Switzerland.
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CONSTELLATION BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (continued)
(in millions, except per share data)
(unaudited)

Canopy Equity Earnings (Losses) and Related Activities (“Canopy EIE”)
Canopy EIE non-GAAP financial measures are provided because management uses this information to monitor our investment in Canopy. In addition, we believe this information provides investors valuable insight on underlying business trends and results in order to evaluate year-over-year financial performance.
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
Equity earnings (losses) and related activities- reported basis, Canopy EIE (GAAP) (1)
$(12.4)$46.2 $(421.0)$(544.2)
Comparable Adjustments (2)(3)
(30.6)(117.3)312.2 364.0 
Equity losses and related activities - comparable basis, Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)(43.0)(71.1)(108.8)(180.2)
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (3)
28.3 22.9 38.2 54.8 
Net income (loss) attributable to CBI - comparable basis, Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)$(14.7)$(48.2)$(70.6)$(125.4)

Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
EPS - reported basis, Canopy EIE (GAAP)$0.41 $0.21 $(1.63)$(2.14)
Comparable Adjustments - Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)(0.48)(0.46)1.23 1.43 
EPS - comparable basis, Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP) (4)
$(0.08)$(0.25)$(0.36)$(0.64)

Three Months Ended
November 30, 2020November 30, 2019
Income (loss) before income taxes
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (3)
Effective tax rate (6)
Income (loss) before income taxes
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (3)
Effective tax rate (6)
Reported basis (GAAP)$1,468.6 $(176.6)12.0 %(292.4)658.9 225.3 %
Comparable Adjustments - (Non-GAAP)(746.7)69.6 793.3 (736.1)
Comparable basis (Non-GAAP)721.9 (107.0)14.8 %$500.9 $(77.2)15.4 %
Comparable basis, Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)(43.0)28.3 (71.1)22.9 
Comparable basis, excluding Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)$764.9 $(135.3)17.7 %$572.0 $(100.1)17.5 %

Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
November 30,
2020
November 30,
2019
EPS - comparable basis (Non-GAAP) (5)
$3.09 $2.14 $8.15 $7.07 
Comparable basis, Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)(0.08)(0.25)(0.36)(0.64)
EPS - comparable basis, excluding Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP) (4)
$3.16 $2.39 $8.52 $7.71 
(1)
Equity earnings (losses) and related activities are included in income (loss) from unconsolidated investments.
(2)
Comparable Adjustments, Canopy EIE include: impact from the June 2019 warrant modification, restructuring and other strategic business development costs, expected credit losses on financial assets and related charges, unrealized net (gain) loss from the mark to fair value of securities measured at fair value and related activities, flow through of inventory step-up, share-based compensation expense related to acquisition milestones, acquisition costs, loss on dilution due to Canopy’s issuance of additional stock, and other (gains) losses.
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(3)
The Comparable Adjustment effective tax rate applied to each Comparable Adjustment amount is generally based upon the jurisdiction in which the adjustment was recognized. The benefit from income taxes effective tax rate applied to our equity in earnings (losses) of Canopy is generally based on the tax rates of the legal entities that hold our investment.
(4)
May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently. For the nine months ended November 30, 2019, the comparable adjustments and comparable basis diluted net income per share are calculated on a fully dilutive basis.
(5)
See reconciliation of the applicable non-GAAP financial measures on pages 12 and 14.
(6)
Effective tax rate is not considered a GAAP financial measure, for purposes of this reconciliation, we derived the reported GAAP measure based on GAAP results, which serves as the basis for the reconciliation to the comparable non-GAAP financial measure.

EPS GuidanceRange for the Year Ending February 28, 2021
Forecasted EPS - reported basis (GAAP)$10.30 $10.55 
Acquisitions, divestitures, and related costs (1)
0.15 0.15 
Restructuring and other strategic business development costs (2)
1.28 1.28 
Other (3)
(1.57)(1.57)
Comparable basis, Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)(0.36)(0.36)
Forecasted EPS - comparable basis, excluding Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP) (4)
$9.80 $10.05 

Actual for the Year Ended February 29, 2020
EPS - reported basis (GAAP)$(0.07)
Acquisitions, divestitures, and related costs (1)
(0.39)
Restructuring and other strategic business development costs (2)
2.40 
Other (3)
7.17 
EPS - comparable basis (Non-GAAP) (4)
9.12 
Comparable basis, Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP)0.76 
EPS - comparable basis, excluding Canopy EIE (Non-GAAP) (4)
$9.89 

(1)
Acquisitions, divestitures, and related costs include: (4)
Estimated for the Year Ended February 28, 2021Actual for the Year Ended February 29, 2020
Net income tax provision (benefit) recognized for the reversal of valuation allowances$0.11 $(0.15)
Net (gain) loss on foreign currency derivative contracts$0.03 $— 
Net (gain) loss on sale of Black Velvet Canadian Whisky business$0.02 $(0.33)
Transaction, integration, and other acquisition-related costs in connection with:
Wine and Spirits transactions with Gallo$0.02 $0.03 
Investments in Canopy$0.01 $0.12 
Net (gain) loss on sale of vineyard$(0.03)$— 
Gain on the remeasurement of our investment in Nelson’s Green Brier$— $(0.05)
Recognition of previously deferred gain upon release of related guarantee$— $(0.02)
(2)
For the year ended February 28, 2021, restructuring and other strategic business development costs consist primarily of equity losses from Canopy related costs designed to improve their organizational focus, streamline operations, and align product capability with projected demand. The years ended February 28, 2021, and February 29, 2020, also included impairments of long-lived assets held for sale and costs to optimize our portfolio, gain efficiencies, and reduce our cost structure primarily within the wine and spirits segment.
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(3)
Other includes: (4)
Estimated for the Year Ending February 28, 2021Actual for the Year Ended February 29, 2020
Unrealized net (gain) loss from mark to fair value of investments in Canopy$(1.98)$8.50 
Net (gain) loss from mark to fair value of undesignated commodity derivative contracts$(0.12)$0.14 
Canopy equity (earnings) losses and related activities comparable adjustments$0.21 $1.20 
Loss on (recovery of) write-down of certain inventory as a result of smoke damage sustained during wildfires$0.10 $(0.04)
Net income tax provision recognized in connection with the CARES Act$0.06 $— 
Net income tax provision recognized in connection with the mark to fair value of our investments in Canopy$0.04 $— 
Unconsolidated investments, other$0.04 $0.07 
COVID-19 incremental costs$0.04 $— 
Loss on extinguishment of debt$0.03 $0.01 
Loss on contract termination$0.02 $— 
Net income tax benefit recognized in connection with tax reform in Switzerland$— $(2.81)
Loss on change in estimated fair value of a contingent liability associated with a prior period acquisition$— $0.05 
Impairment of certain Ballast Point intangible assets$— $0.04 
Net gain (loss) from mark to fair value of undesignated foreign exchange rate$— $0.01 
(4)
May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently. The comparable adjustments and comparable basis diluted net income per share are calculated on a fully dilutive basis.

Free Cash Flow Guidance
Free cash flow, as defined in the reconciliation below, is considered a liquidity measure and is considered to provide useful information to investors about the amount of cash generated, which can then be used, after required debt service and dividend payments, for other general corporate purposes. A limitation of free cash flow is that it does not represent the total increase or decrease in the cash balance for the period. Free cash flow should be considered in addition to, not as a substitute for, or superior to, cash flow from operating activities prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Range for the Year
Ending February 28, 2021
Net cash provided by operating activities (GAAP)$2,500.0 $2,700.0 
Purchases of property, plant, and equipment(800.0)(900.0)
Free cash flow (Non-GAAP)$1,700.0 $1,800.0 
Actual for the
Nine Months Ended
November 30, 2020
Actual for the
Nine Months Ended
November 30, 2019
Net cash provided by operating activities (GAAP)$2,363.6 $2,076.3 
Purchases of property, plant, and equipment(467.7)(538.3)
Free cash flow (Non-GAAP)$1,895.9 $1,538.0 
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