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Reckitt

(LSE:RKT)

Rating:75Outperform
Price Target:
6,120.00p
▲(9.36% Upside)
Reckitt's overall score is driven by strong earnings call performance and solid financial health, despite some challenges in revenue growth and valuation concerns. The technical analysis supports a positive outlook, although caution is advised due to potential overbought conditions.
Positive Factors
Emerging Markets
Emerging Markets remain the growth engine, with H1 LFL of +13%.
Financial Performance
A beat and raise, driven by Core Reckitt, is driving renewed interest in the stock.
Negative Factors
Divestment Outcome
The net value of just £3bn, and lack of clean exit given 30% retained stake, compares to recent press speculation of c£4bn EV for the asset.
Legal Challenges
The ongoing legal challenges are seen as a setback for Reckitt overall.

Reckitt (RKT) vs. iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWC)

Reckitt Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionReckitt Benckiser Group plc manufactures and sells health, hygiene, and nutrition products in the United Kingdom, the United States, China, India, and internationally. The company offers acne treatment creams, facial washes, and cleansing pads; disinfection, hygiene, and first aid products; condoms, sex toys, and lubricants; heartburn and indigestion solutions; and cough and chest congestion, multi-symptom, and sinus remedies for adults and children under the Clearasil, Dettol, Durex, Gaviscon, and Mucinex brands. It also provides analgesics; sore throat medications; and hair removal products under the Nurofen, Strepsils, and Veet brands. In addition, the company offers fragrances and devices; water softeners; home cleaning products; dish washes; toilet cleaners; disinfectants; sprays, baits, and plug-ins for pest control; stain removals; fabric washing; and other hygiene products under the Air Wick, Calgon, Cillit Bang, Finish, Harpic, Lysol, Mortein, Vanish, and Woolite brands, as well as analgesics, adult nutrition products, iron-fortified hypoallergenic baby formula, products for joint issues, and infant and toddler nutrition products, as well as vitamins, minerals, and supplements under the Biofreeze, Airborne, Mead Johnson, Move Free, Enfamil, and Nutramigen brands. Further, it provides probiotics, sore throat pain relief products, Omega products, brain health support products, cleaning and carpet cleaning products, septic tank system treatment products, cough syrups, plant-based laundry products, probiotics, and lubricants under the Digestive Advantage, Cepacol, MegaRed, Neuriva, Easy-Off, RID-X, Delsym, Botanical Origin, Bodi-Ome, and K-Y brands. The company was founded in 1819 and is headquartered in Slough, the United Kingdom.
How the Company Makes MoneyReckitt generates revenue primarily through the sale of its consumer products in various categories, including health, hygiene, and nutrition. The company's revenue model is based on direct sales to retailers, e-commerce platforms, and through distributors worldwide. Key revenue streams include sales from over-the-counter medications, cleaning and disinfecting products, and nutritional supplements. Reckitt benefits from strong brand recognition and consumer loyalty, which drive repeat purchases. Additionally, the company has established significant partnerships with retailers and e-commerce platforms, enhancing its distribution capabilities. Factors contributing to Reckitt's earnings include increased demand for hygiene products, particularly during health crises, and ongoing investment in research and development to innovate new products that meet evolving consumer needs.

Reckitt Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Jul 24, 2025
(Q2-2025)
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% Change Since: 12.75%|
Next Earnings Date:Mar 04, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Neutral
The earnings call reflects a strong overall performance for Reckitt, highlighted by robust growth in Core Reckitt revenues and Emerging Markets, improved operating profit, and successful strategic initiatives. However, challenges remain with declines in North America and Self Care revenues, as well as underperformance in Essential Home and Mead Johnson Nutrition.
Q2-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Core Reckitt Revenue Growth
Core Reckitt revenues grew 5.3% in Q2 and 4.2% for the half year, driven by strong performance in Emerging Markets.
Improved Operating Profit
Adjusted operating profit increased by 7% at constant exchange rates, with a margin increase of 110 basis points to 24.6%.
Emerging Markets Performance
Emerging Markets delivered 12.8% like-for-like growth for the half year and 14.9% in Q2, driven by strong performance in India, China, and Latin America.
Fuel for Growth Program
The Fuel for Growth program is delivering ahead of plan, contributing to a 190 basis point reduction in fixed costs in the first half.
Strategic Divestment
Reckitt announced an agreement to divest Essential Home, which will help focus on high-growth, high-margin Powerbrands.
Shareholder Returns
Reckitt increased the interim dividend by 5% and announced a GBP 1 billion share buyback program.
Negative Updates
Self Care Revenue Decline
Self Care revenue was slightly down due to the Mucinex shelf reset in the U.S., impacting overall performance.
North America Revenue Decline
North America like-for-like net revenue declined 1.7% in the half, with Q2 softer than Q1, primarily due to the Mucinex shelf reset.
Essential Home Performance
Essential Home saw a like-for-like net revenue decline of 6.5% for the half year, with challenges in improving performance.
Mead Johnson Nutrition Decline
Mead Johnson Nutrition like-for-like net revenue declined 3.3% in the half, affected by previous private label outages.
Company Guidance
In the recent call, Reckitt reported strong financial performance for the first half of 2025, with notable improvements across various metrics. Core Reckitt revenues increased by 5.3% in Q2, contributing to a 4.2% growth for the half year. The company achieved a 7% rise in adjusted operating profit and a 4.4% increase in EPS, driven by enhanced efficiency and cost benefits from the Fuel for Growth program. Market share gains were significant, with 59% of Core Reckitt's CMUs in hold gain territory, and the interim dividend was raised by 5%. The company's strategic divestment of Essential Home aims to refine its focus on high-growth Powerbrands. Looking forward, Reckitt has revised its Core Reckitt revenue growth target to over 4% for the full year, supported by strong emerging market performance and strategic investments.

Reckitt Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Reckitt exhibits solid financial health with strong profitability metrics and efficient cash flow management. Despite concerns regarding revenue growth and declining net income, the company maintains a balanced capital structure with moderate leverage.
Income Statement
75
Positive
Reckitt has shown a consistent ability to maintain strong gross and net profit margins. The gross profit margin for 2024 was 60.7%, reflecting efficient cost management. However, revenue has seen a slight decline year-over-year, decreasing by approximately 3% from 2023 to 2024. EBIT and EBITDA margins remain robust at 17.1% and 20.9%, respectively, although there has been a slight decline in net income from 2023 to 2024, indicating potential pressure on profitability.
Balance Sheet
70
Positive
Reckitt maintains a moderate debt-to-equity ratio of 1.29, suggesting a balanced leverage position. The equity ratio is stable at 26.5%, indicating a reasonable level of equity financing. However, the return on equity has decreased to 21.3% in 2024, reflecting a decline in profitability relative to shareholder equity.
Cash Flow
80
Positive
The company has demonstrated strong cash flow generation capabilities, with a free cash flow of 2.22 billion in 2024. The free cash flow to net income ratio is favorable, and operating cash flow exceeds net income, indicating strong cash earnings. The free cash flow growth rate is stable, showing resilience despite a challenging revenue environment.
BreakdownDec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021Dec 2020
Income Statement
Total Revenue14.17B14.61B14.45B13.23B13.99B
Gross Profit8.60B8.76B8.36B7.69B8.44B
EBITDA2.95B3.19B3.94B465.00M3.48B
Net Income1.43B1.64B2.33B-32.00M1.19B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets25.30B27.14B28.74B26.95B31.29B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments760.00M1.39B1.16B1.26B1.65B
Total Debt8.66B8.54B8.88B9.56B10.56B
Total Liabilities18.58B18.67B19.26B19.49B22.13B
Stockholders Equity6.70B8.45B9.44B7.40B9.12B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow2.22B2.19B1.95B1.32B3.12B
Operating Cash Flow2.68B2.64B2.40B1.70B3.52B
Investing Cash Flow-396.00M-466.00M-139.00M239.00M-512.00M
Financing Cash Flow-2.71B-1.81B-2.38B-2.29B-2.86B

Reckitt Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price5596.00
Price Trends
50DMA
5210.99
Positive
100DMA
5023.17
Positive
200DMA
4926.06
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
97.97
Positive
RSI
62.89
Neutral
STOCH
73.19
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For GB:RKT, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 5596 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 5504.68, above the 50-day MA of 5210.99, and above the 200-day MA of 4926.06, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 97.97 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 62.89 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 73.19 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for GB:RKT.

Reckitt Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (63)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
75
Outperform
£37.55B30.8117.41%3.72%-2.41%-16.41%
63
Neutral
$20.46B14.51-3.60%3.15%2.60%-5.31%
$61.67B26.9322.29%3.61%
79
Outperform
£16.47B13.0511.89%2.72%-0.38%14.68%
78
Outperform
£114.30B24.6428.78%3.14%-2.98%-16.91%
77
Outperform
£14.15B18.4728.56%1.98%6.00%42.42%
44
Neutral
£358.07K-46.96%10.90%
* Consumer Defensive Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
GB:RKT
Reckitt
5,540.00
1,315.16
31.13%
DGEAF
Diageo
27.46
-4.30
-13.54%
GB:ABF
Associated British Foods
2,222.00
-178.80
-7.45%
GB:PACS
Agriterra
0.50
-0.38
-43.18%
GB:CCH
Coca Cola HBC
3,814.00
1,050.25
38.00%
GB:ULVR
Unilever
4,594.00
-111.62
-2.37%

Reckitt Corporate Events

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback and Cancellation
Neutral
Aug 18, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the purchase of 82,300 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, as authorized by shareholders at the company’s Annual General Meeting. The purchased shares will be canceled, leaving the company with 57,278,192 shares in treasury and 678,081,165 shares in issue, impacting the total voting rights and shareholder notifications under the FCA’s rules.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Shareholder Value
Positive
Aug 15, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the purchase of 82,200 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, as part of a buyback program authorized at the company’s Annual General Meeting. The shares will be canceled, reducing the number of shares in circulation and potentially increasing shareholder value by consolidating ownership. This transaction reflects Reckitt’s strategic financial management and may impact the company’s market positioning by altering the voting rights structure, with the total number of voting rights now standing at 678,162,905.

Shareholder MeetingsStock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Announces Share Buyback and Cancellation
Neutral
Aug 14, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 82,500 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, following shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting. The company plans to cancel these shares, which will adjust the total number of voting rights to 678,243,885, impacting shareholder notifications under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback and Cancellation
Neutral
Aug 13, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 82,500 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, as authorized by its shareholders. The company plans to cancel these shares, which will adjust the total number of voting rights to 678,322,881, impacting shareholder interests and regulatory compliance.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Aug 12, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the purchase of 82,800 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. The company plans to cancel these shares, adjusting its total voting rights to 678,405,381, which may impact shareholder notifications under FCA rules.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Adjust Voting Rights
Neutral
Aug 11, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the purchase of 82,400 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, as authorized by shareholders. The company plans to cancel these shares, which will adjust its total number of voting rights to 678,488,181, impacting shareholder notifications under FCA rules.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback and Cancellation
Neutral
Aug 8, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 81,800 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, with the highest price paid per share being 5,484 pence and the lowest at 5,446 pence. The company plans to cancel these shares, which will adjust the total number of voting rights to 678,570,581, potentially impacting shareholder interests and market positioning.

Shareholder MeetingsStock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback and Cancellation
Neutral
Aug 7, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 76,922 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, following shareholder approval at its Annual General Meeting. The company plans to cancel these shares, which will adjust the total number of voting rights to 678,652,381, impacting shareholder notifications under FCA rules.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Plan
Neutral
Aug 6, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 81,000 ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, as part of a shareholder-authorized buyback plan. The shares, purchased at an average price of 5,555.37 pence, will be cancelled, impacting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue, which now stands at 678,725,809. This move is likely to influence shareholder value and market perception of the company’s financial health.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Repurchase to Optimize Capital Structure
Neutral
Aug 5, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 80,700 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, following shareholder approval at its Annual General Meeting. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, impacting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue, which will now stand at 678,806,767. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its share capital and enhance shareholder value.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback
Neutral
Aug 4, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 79,000 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, as part of a shareholder-authorized buyback program. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, impacting the company’s total voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interests under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Regulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Updates on Voting Rights and Capital Structure
Neutral
Aug 1, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced its voting rights and capital structure as of July 31, 2025. The company has 736,393,779 issued ordinary shares, with 57,292,887 held in treasury, resulting in total voting rights of 679,100,892. This information is crucial for shareholders and others with notification obligations to determine their interest in the company under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Executive/Board ChangesFinancial Disclosures
Reckitt Announces Director Shareholding Changes
Neutral
Aug 1, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group plc announced changes in shareholdings involving its Chief Financial Officer, Shannon Eisenhardt. The vesting of replacement share awards, originally linked to her former employment with NIKE, Inc., resulted in the sale of shares to cover tax liabilities. This transaction reflects the company’s ongoing management of executive compensation and its impact on financial operations.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Aug 1, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the purchase and cancellation of 70,300 of its ordinary shares, as part of a share buyback program authorized by shareholders. This transaction, conducted with RBC Europe Limited, impacts the total number of voting rights, now standing at 678,960,592, which shareholders can use to assess their interests in the company.

Other
Reckitt Directors Purchase Shares, Signaling Confidence
Positive
Jul 31, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the purchase of shares by two of its non-executive directors, Tamara Ingram and Stefan Oschmann. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect a vote of confidence in the company by its leadership, potentially impacting investor perceptions positively.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback and Cancellation
Neutral
Jul 31, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the purchase and cancellation of 70,000 of its ordinary shares, as part of a share buyback program authorized by shareholders. This transaction, executed through RBC Europe Limited, affects the company’s share capital structure, leaving 679,027,383 ordinary shares in issue and potentially impacting shareholder voting rights.

Other
Reckitt Benckiser Directors Increase Shareholdings
Positive
Jul 30, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has announced several share transactions involving its directors and non-executive directors. These transactions, which include the purchase of ordinary shares by key figures such as Chair Jeremy Darroch and Non-Executive Directors Andrew Bonfield, Margherita Della Valle, Fiona Dawson, Mahesh Madhavan, Elane Stock, and Marybeth Hays, took place on the London Stock Exchange. The purchases reflect a significant investment by the company’s leadership, potentially indicating confidence in the company’s future performance and stability, which could positively impact stakeholder sentiment.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Jul 30, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 70,400 of its ordinary shares, which will be cancelled, as part of a shareholder-approved buyback program. This transaction, executed through RBC Europe Limited, adjusts the company’s share capital and voting rights, potentially impacting shareholder interests and market positioning.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback, Cancels 71,000 Shares
Neutral
Jul 29, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 71,000 of its ordinary shares from RBC Europe Limited, following shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting. The repurchased shares will be cancelled, impacting the company’s share structure by reducing the number of shares in circulation, which may influence shareholder voting rights and market perception.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Launches £1 Billion Share Buyback Programme
Positive
Jul 28, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has announced the commencement of its £1 billion share buyback programme, aimed at increasing shareholder returns and reducing share capital. The first tranche, managed by RBC Europe Limited, will return up to £250 million to shareholders by purchasing and canceling up to 68.4 million ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange, with further tranches to be announced later.

Executive/Board Changes
Reckitt Announces Board Committee Changes
Neutral
Jul 25, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced changes in its Board Committee members following the departure of Mehmood Khan as a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Compliance Committee. Sir Jeremy Darroch, Chair of the Board, has appointed Pat Verduin as the new Chair of the Compliance Committee, while other committee chairs and members remain unchanged. These changes reflect Reckitt’s ongoing commitment to maintaining strong governance and leadership within the company.

Executive/Board ChangesStock BuybackDividendsBusiness Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
Reckitt Announces 2025 Half-Year Results and Strategic Initiatives
Positive
Jul 24, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced its half-year results for 2025, highlighting a recommended interim dividend of 84.4 pence, up from 80.4 pence in the previous year. The company also unveiled a £1.0 billion share buyback program set to commence over the next twelve months. Additionally, Mehmood Khan, a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Compliance Committee, will be stepping down after seven years of service. These strategic moves are expected to impact Reckitt’s market positioning and shareholder value positively.

M&A TransactionsBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt to Divest Essential Home Business in Strategic Shift
Positive
Jul 18, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group has announced an agreement to divest its Essential Home business to Advent International for up to $4.8 billion, retaining a 30% equity stake. This move is part of Reckitt’s strategy to focus on high-growth, high-margin Powerbrands, and is expected to unlock significant value for the company. The transaction, which includes a special dividend and share consolidation, is anticipated to complete by the end of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.

Regulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Announces Total Voting Rights Update
Neutral
Jul 1, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced its total voting rights as of June 30, 2025, which stands at 679,213,808. This figure is crucial for shareholders and others with notification obligations as it serves as the denominator for calculations to determine any changes in their interest in the company under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Completes £1 Billion Share Buyback Programme
Positive
Jul 1, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has successfully completed the third and final tranche of its £1 billion share buyback programme, purchasing nearly 10 million ordinary shares. This move aligns with Reckitt’s capital allocation policy and commitment to returning surplus cash to shareholders, with plans to announce a new buyback programme alongside its HY 2025 results.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Strengthen Financial Position
Neutral
Jul 1, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 76,081 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, following shareholder approval at the 2024 Annual General Meeting. The shares will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights, which now stands at 679,061,227. This transaction is part of the company’s strategic financial management, potentially impacting shareholder interests and market perception.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital
Positive
Jun 30, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 76,500 of its ordinary shares, with the highest price paid per share being 4,980 pence. The repurchased shares will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights in the company, which now stands at 679,136,145. This transaction is part of the company’s ongoing share buyback program, reflecting its strategy to manage capital efficiently and potentially enhance shareholder value.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Strategy
Neutral
Jun 27, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 75,500 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as authorized by shareholders at the company’s Annual General Meeting. The shares, purchased at a volume-weighted average price of 4,998.64 pence, will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue, which now stands at 679,212,105. This transaction reflects the company’s strategic financial management and could impact shareholder interests and market perceptions.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Jun 26, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 75,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. The shares will be held in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights, which now stands at 679,286,144. This move is part of Reckitt’s strategic financial management, potentially affecting shareholder value and market perception.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Neutral
Jun 25, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 75,000 ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a shareholder-authorized buyback plan. The shares will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights, which now stands at 679,357,776. This transaction reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Neutral
Jun 24, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 75,000 of its ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This transaction, executed through HSBC Bank plc, is part of the authority granted by shareholders and reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to manage its capital structure. The repurchase impacts the total number of voting rights, now standing at 679,430,575, which shareholders can use to determine their interest in the company.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Jun 23, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 74,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. This transaction, executed on 20 June 2025, will see the repurchased shares held in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interest notifications under FCA rules.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback, Adjusts Voting Rights
Neutral
Jun 20, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 74,000 ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This transaction, conducted through HSBC Bank, is part of the authority granted by shareholders and impacts the total number of voting rights, now standing at 679,571,299. This move is likely to influence shareholder interests and market perceptions of the company’s financial strategies.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Positive
Jun 19, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 75,000 ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This transaction, executed with HSBC Bank plc, is part of the authority granted by shareholders and impacts the total number of voting rights, now standing at 679,639,352. This move reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Positive
Jun 18, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 73,443 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a previously authorized share buyback program. The shares will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights, which now stands at 679,711,972. This move is part of Reckitt’s strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Adjust Treasury Holdings
Neutral
Jun 17, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 75,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as per the authority granted by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting in May 2024. The shares, purchased at an average price of 5,096.48 pence, will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue, which stakeholders can use to assess their interests under the FCA’s rules.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Neutral
Jun 16, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 74,000 of its ordinary shares, as per the authority granted by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting. This transaction, executed through HSBC Bank plc, is part of the company’s strategy to manage its capital structure effectively. Following this purchase, Reckitt holds a total of 56,683,144 shares in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights, which now stands at 679,852,035. This move is likely to influence shareholder interests and the company’s market positioning.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Enhance Shareholder Value
Positive
Jun 13, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 74,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a shareholder-authorized buyback program. This transaction, which will see the shares held in treasury, impacts the company’s total voting rights, now standing at 679,921,448, and reflects Reckitt’s strategic financial management to optimize shareholder value.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback, Adjusts Voting Rights
Neutral
Jun 12, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 74,000 ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. This transaction impacts the company’s total voting rights and share structure, potentially influencing shareholder interests and market positioning.

Shareholder MeetingsStock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback
Neutral
Jun 11, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 75,000 of its ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This move, conducted through HSBC Bank plc, follows shareholder approval from the 2024 Annual General Meeting. The transaction impacts the company’s share structure, leaving 680,060,077 ordinary shares in issue and affecting voting rights calculations for stakeholders.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Neutral
Jun 10, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 74,392 of its ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This transaction, conducted through HSBC Bank plc, reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure effectively. Following this purchase, Reckitt holds a total of 56,404,030 shares in treasury, with 680,131,149 shares remaining in issue, impacting the total number of voting rights available to shareholders.

Business Operations and StrategyRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Announces Change of External Auditor
Neutral
Jun 9, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has announced a change in its external auditor following a competitive tender process. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP is set to replace KPMG LLP as the company’s external auditor, pending shareholder approval at the 2026 Annual General Meeting. KPMG LLP, which has served as Reckitt’s auditor since 2018, will continue in the role until the end of 2025. This change reflects Reckitt’s ongoing commitment to maintaining rigorous financial oversight and transparency in its operations.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Neutral
Jun 9, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 75,000 of its ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This move, executed through HSBC Bank plc, is part of the authority granted by shareholders at the company’s Annual General Meeting in May 2024. The repurchase reflects the company’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value. Following this transaction, Reckitt holds over 56 million shares in treasury, with a total of 680,194,730 ordinary shares in issue, impacting the voting rights and shareholder notifications under the FCA’s rules.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Jun 6, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 76,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. The shares will be held in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights and potentially affecting shareholder interests under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Executive/Board ChangesBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Appoints Patricia Verduin as Non-Executive Director
Positive
Jun 5, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has appointed Patricia Verduin, former SVP Global Technology at Colgate Palmolive, as a Non-Executive Director effective June 9, 2025. This strategic appointment is expected to enhance Reckitt’s board with Verduin’s extensive experience in R&D and consumer goods technology, potentially strengthening the company’s market position and operational expertise.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Jun 5, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 76,000 of its ordinary shares, with prices ranging from 4,980.00 to 5,070.00 pence per share, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. This transaction, executed through HSBC Bank plc, increases the company’s treasury shares to 56,199,266, impacting the total voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interests under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Jun 4, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 76,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. The shares will be held in treasury, impacting the total number of voting rights and potentially influencing shareholder interests and market perceptions.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
Jun 3, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 76,000 of its ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This transaction, conducted through HSBC Bank plc, was part of a previously authorized share buyback program. The move is expected to impact the company’s share capital structure, with a total of 680,471,227 ordinary shares now in issue, excluding treasury shares. This adjustment in shareholding can influence shareholder voting rights and interest notifications under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

DividendsBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Executives Acquire Shares, Signaling Confidence in Company Growth
Positive
Jun 2, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced share acquisitions by its CEO, Kris Licht, and CFO, Shannon Eisenhardt, through the company’s Dividend Reinvestment Plan. These transactions, conducted on the London Stock Exchange, reflect the executives’ confidence in the company’s performance and future prospects, potentially reinforcing stakeholder trust and market positioning.

Regulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Announces Voting Rights and Capital Structure
Neutral
Jun 2, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced its voting rights and capital structure as of May 31, 2025. The company has issued 736,535,179 ordinary shares, with 55,838,737 held in treasury, resulting in total voting rights of 680,696,442. This information is crucial for shareholders and others with notification obligations under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, as it serves as the denominator for determining changes in their interests in the company.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Strategy
Neutral
Jun 2, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 78,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a previously announced plan authorized by shareholders. The repurchased shares will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue, which stakeholders can use to assess their interests in the company.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Strengthen Market Position
Neutral
May 30, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 78,000 of its ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This transaction, executed through HSBC Bank plc, is part of the authority granted by shareholders and impacts the total number of voting rights, now standing at 680,617,054. This move is likely to influence shareholder interests and the company’s market positioning.

Business Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Launches ‘Focus On’ Investor Seminar Series
Neutral
May 29, 2025

Reckitt is hosting its inaugural ‘Reckitt Focus On’ investor seminar, aimed at providing insights into its business strategy and growth drivers. The event, led by Chief Category Growth Officer Ryan Dullea, will focus on how Reckitt’s global category organization is driving sustainable growth and operational excellence, although no new financial or trading information will be disclosed.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Strategy
Neutral
May 29, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 78,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a previously announced plan authorized by shareholders. This transaction, which will see the shares held in treasury, affects the total number of voting rights, now standing at 680,693,446, and is part of the company’s strategic financial management efforts.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
May 28, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 78,000 of its ordinary shares, as part of a buyback program authorized by shareholders. The shares, acquired at a volume-weighted average price of 4,915.72 pence, will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights, which now stands at 680,767,660. This transaction is part of Reckitt’s strategic financial management, potentially impacting shareholder value and market perception.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
May 27, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 78,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a shareholder-approved buyback program. This transaction, executed on May 23, 2025, will see the repurchased shares held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights and shares in issue, which stakeholders can use for regulatory compliance purposes.

Stock Buyback
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback Program
Neutral
May 23, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC has repurchased 78,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a shareholder-authorized buyback program. The shares will be held in treasury, affecting the total number of voting rights and share calculations for stakeholders, aligning with regulatory requirements.

Stock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback, Adjusts Voting Rights
Neutral
May 22, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 80,000 ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury. This transaction, conducted through HSBC Bank plc, is part of the authority granted by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting. The repurchase affects the company’s total voting rights, now standing at 680,994,477, which is significant for stakeholders monitoring their interests under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Positive
May 21, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 80,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, as part of a previously authorized buyback program. This transaction, executed at a volume-weighted average price of 4,889.79 pence per share, increases the company’s treasury shares to 55,462,563, while the total number of voting rights remains at 681,072,616. This move is part of Reckitt’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and enhance shareholder value.

Stock BuybackBusiness Operations and Strategy
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback to Optimize Capital Structure
Positive
May 20, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 80,000 of its ordinary shares from HSBC Bank plc, following shareholder approval at the 2024 Annual General Meeting. The shares, purchased at an average price of 4,844.36 pence, will be held in treasury, impacting the total voting rights and share structure of the company. This move is part of Reckitt’s ongoing strategy to manage its capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value.

Shareholder MeetingsStock BuybackRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Reckitt Benckiser Executes Share Buyback, Adjusts Voting Rights
Neutral
May 19, 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC announced the repurchase of 80,000 ordinary shares, which will be held in treasury, following shareholder approval at the 2024 Annual General Meeting. This transaction, conducted through HSBC Bank plc, impacts the total number of voting rights in the company, now standing at 681,231,575, and may influence shareholder notifications under FCA regulations.

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