Unilever: Even modest growth would steady investor nerves
Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR), maker of store cupboard staples such as Marmite and Lipton's Tea, reports its first-quarter results on Thursday (24 April), and after a rocky start to the year, Barclays thinks even modest growth could help calm investor concerns. The consumer goods group signalled back in February that it would begin slowly, and was promptly punished by the market.
Unilever threatens to pull funding for Ben & Jerry's Foundation as progressive battle escalates: report
The company has demanded Ben & Jerry's Foundation submit to an expedited audit of its donations to continue receiving funding, according to a report.
No Place To Hide? Find Shelter In Unilever
Unilever's strong performance in 2025, with over 10% gains, contrasts sharply with the S&P 500's nearly 9% loss, highlighting its defensive appeal. Fresh CEO Fernando Fernandez does not expect Unilever to be materially affected by tariffs, thanks to flexible supply chains and international diversification. 58% of Unilever's revenue comes from emerging markets, holding significant foreign currency risks.
Unilever Is Back To Growth: Strategy, Numbers, And Potential
Unilever's GAP 2030 strategy focuses on growth, premium segments, and operational efficiency, leading to improved margins and market share recovery in 2024. The company's restructured business model, organized by category, enhances focus and efficiency, with strong performance in the Beauty & Wellbeing and Personal Care segments. Despite competitive pressures and external risks, Unilever's robust presence in emerging markets and strategic focus on top brands drive growth potential.
Ben & Jerry's Co-Founder Calls on Unilever to ‘Set Us Free'
Ben Cohen launches long-shot bid to buy back ice cream brand he created with Jerry Greenfield in 1978.
Unilever captures natural deodorant brand Wild and founders net £100m
Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR) has acquired Wild, the refillable natural deodorant brand, in a deal believed to value the company at around £230 million. It is widely reported the transaction has earned its co-founders, Charlie Bowes-Lyon and Freddy Ward, a combined sum close to £100 million, though financial terms have not been officially disclosed.
Unilever: Bumps in the road, but worth the wait, say analysts
Citi has trimmed its near-term forecasts for Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR), warning that the consumer goods giant faces a sluggish first half, but it maintains the long-term investment case remains intact. The US bank now expects first-quarter organic sales growth (OSG) of 2.5%, down 40 basis points, citing weak demand in developed markets and a subdued pricing environment in South-East Asia.
Unilever to sell The Vegetarian Butcher brand to Vivera
Unilever said on Thursday it will sell its plant-based meat brand The Vegetarian Butcher to Netherlands-based Vivera.
The relationship between Ben & Jerry's and its parent company just got stickier
Ben & Jerry's accused its parent company, Unilever, of ousting its CEO, court documents show. Ben & Jerry's suit against Unilever, which is ongoing, accused it in a new filing of silencing activism.
Ben & Jerry's CEO fired by Unilever over social policy views
Ben & Jerry's said its parent, Unilever, decided to oust the ice cream maker's chief executive, Dave Stever, escalating a battle over the subsidiary's independence on social policy issues.
Ben & Jerry's boss being 'replaced' in new row with UK parent firm
Ben and Jerry's claims its chief executive has been sacked amid a longstanding row with its UK parent firm over the ice cream maker's political activism.
Unilever PLC (UL) Barclays Fireside Chat Conference (Transcript)
Unilever PLC (NYSE:UL ) Barclays Fireside Chat Conference March 6, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Fernando Fernandez - CFO Conference Call Participants Warren Ackerman - Barclays Warren Ackerman Hi, everybody. I'm Warren Ackerman, Head of Consumer Staples at Barclays.
