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Reckitt Shareholders Approve Special Dividend, Share Consolidation and Capital Authorities

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Reckitt Shareholders Approve Special Dividend, Share Consolidation and Capital Authorities

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An announcement from Reckitt ( (GB:RKT) ) is now available.

Shareholders of Reckitt Benckiser Group plc have overwhelmingly approved all resolutions at a general meeting held on 27 January 2026, including the declaration of a special dividend of 235 pence per existing ordinary share and a share consolidation, alongside renewed authorities for directors to allot shares, disapply pre-emption rights on up to 10% of issued capital, and repurchase the company’s own shares. The high level of support across resolutions, combined with an application for the admission of 674,005,752 new ordinary shares to the London Stock Exchange’s main market, underscores Reckitt’s active capital management and may affect its share structure and liquidity, with implications for shareholder returns and the company’s flexibility in future financing and corporate actions.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:RKT) stock is a Buy with a £70.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Reckitt stock, see the GB:RKT Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:RKT Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:RKT is a Outperform.

Reckitt’s overall stock score reflects strong financial performance and strategic initiatives that support growth, particularly in emerging markets. While the valuation is a concern, the company’s focus on profitability and shareholder returns through buybacks and dividends enhances its investment appeal.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:RKT stock, click here.

More about Reckitt

Reckitt Benckiser Group plc is a global consumer goods company focused on health, hygiene and home care, with a portfolio of well-known brands including Dettol, Durex, Finish, Gaviscon, Harpic, Lysol, Mucinex, Nurofen, Strepsils, Vanish and Veet. The group develops science-backed products aimed at helping consumers live healthier lives, while also pursuing broader environmental and social goals such as expanding access to healthcare and education and driving sustainable innovation.

Average Trading Volume: 1,841,936

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £39.99B

See more data about RKT stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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