Spirits volumes in the 4-weeks to October 16 grew 4.6%, which is improved from the 52-week trend of 4%, according to Credit Suisse's Anthony Bucalo based on Nielsen data. Price/mix improved to -0.4% in the 4-weeks, while the 52-week trend was -0.8%. Compared to the other industry leaders, Diageo was the only company to post positive price/mix.