Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (LSE:RKT, ETR:3RB)'s dramatic upheaval plans will result in the divestment of approximately 30% of its business, according to analysis from UBC. Announced alongside an interim trading update on Wednesday, the restructuring forms part of Reckitt's strategy to sharpen its brand portfolio and streamline its operations, focusing on higher-growth, high-margin Powerbrands.
Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (LSE:RKT, ETR:3RB), the FMCG giant responsible for the majority of the average Brit's cleaning cupboard, has declared a sweeping reorganisation of its business that will see it dispose of ‘non-core' brands. The FTSE 100-listed conglomerate plans to get rid of Air Wick, Mortein, Calgon, Cillit Bang and other non-core products from its home care range.
Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (LSE:RKT, ETR:3RB), the FMCG giant behind Dettol, Durex, Finish and Gaviscon, sustained “significant damage” to its warehouse in the US state of Indiana during a tornado strike on 9 July. Reckitt confirmed that no employees were harmed, but the Mount Vernon warehouse, an important site for its Mead Johnson Nutrition business, remains non-operational.
Barclays has issued a research note forecasting slower growth for Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (LSE:RKT, ETR:3RB) due to continued destocking of cold and flu products and a sluggish recovery in infant formula. The investment banking arm of the high street lender now expects organic sales growth of 0.4% for the second quarter, down from the previous estimate of 1.6%.
Reckitt, a consumer goods producer, has experienced a decline in share price due to concerns over its nutrition business and ongoing legal issues. Despite underwhelming business performance, Reckitt's hygiene brands have shown growth and the company forecasts 2-4% net revenue growth for the current year. The company's share price has been overly punished, presenting an attractive valuation opportunity with a P/E ratio of 14 and strong brand assets.
Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (LSE:RKT, ETR:3RB), the consumer goods giant, could have an activist investor to worry about, adding yet another worry for management as its shares continue to slip. Eminence, the asset management firm known for spearheading an activist campaign against Ladbrokes owner Entain, has built around a 0.5% stake in Reckitt, reports revealed.
Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC (LSE:RKT, ETR:3RB), the consumer goods giant, could have an activist investor to worry about, adding yet another worry for management as its shares continue to slip. Eminence, the asset management firm known for spearheading an activist campaign against Ladbrokes owner Entain, has built around a 0.5% stake in Reckitt, reports revealed.