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Ticker: UL
Ticker: UL
06:59am, Friday, Jul 03, 2026
Goldman Sachs surged ahead in EMEA M&A advisory during H1 2026, commanding 44% market share amid a $676B deal surge, propelled by major transactions like Unilever's $45B food unit sale.
05:54am, Thursday, Feb 12, 2026
Unilever lowers its 2026 sales growth outlook as sluggish demand in the US and Europe offsets gains in emerging markets. The company unveils a €1.5B buyback while eyeing margin improvements despite a challenging backdrop.
08:41am, Friday, Oct 24, 2025
Procter & Gamble surpasses Wall Street expectations with solid demand for beauty and hair-care products, buoyed by strategic price hikes and tariff cost reductions amid global spending challenges.
03:15am, Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025
Ben & Jerry's cofounder Jerry Greenfield resigns, alleging Unilever eroded the brand's autonomy after disputes over Israel/Palestine. Unilever (UL) shares slipped ~0.74%; Cohen explored a $1.5-$2.5B sale. Legal battle continues.
09:16am, Tuesday, Sep 09, 2025
Unilever (ULVR) to spin off Magnum‑led ice‑cream group (Magnum, Ben & Jerry's, Wall's) mid‑Nov, keeping <20% stake. Targets 3-5% annual organic growth from 2026. 2024: €7.9bn revenue, €1.2bn adj. EBITDA, ~2.4x net debt.
05:52am, Thursday, Jul 31, 2025
Unilever (ULVR) beat Q2 sales forecasts with 3.8% growth driven by pricing power amid cost pressures. The planned Magnum Ice Cream demerger signals strategic focus, while steady profits and unchanged guidance reflect cautious confidence.
08:20am, Thursday, Jul 24, 2025
Nestle warns of more price hikes amid soaring coffee, cocoa costs and U.S. tariffs squeezing margins. Despite 2.9% organic sales growth, shares fell 5%. CEO Freixe focuses on core brands as cost pressures intensify into 2025.
03:24am, Friday, Jun 27, 2025
Unilever (LON: ULVR) is set to acquire men's grooming brand Dr Squatch for $1.5 billion, enhancing its portfolio with products aimed at a growing market. Traders should monitor ULVR's stock performance as this consolidation may boost earnings and brand synergy.
08:38am, Friday, May 30, 2025
Ben & Jerry's has labeled the conflict in Gaza as 'genocide,' intensifying tensions with parent company Unilever (LON: ULVR). This bold stance highlights the brand's commitment to social responsibility while impacting Unilever's stock amid its planned divestment.
10:07am, Monday, Mar 10, 2025
European equities are outpacing U.S. stocks, prompting traders and institutions to rethink strategies. Strong Eurozone indicators and growing investor confidence highlight opportunities in companies like Unilever and SAP, while U.S. giants face new challenges.
02:44am, Tuesday, Feb 25, 2025
Unilever (NYSE: UL) is seeking to sell its struggling plant-based meat division, The Vegetarian Butcher, as consumer interest wanes. With annual sales around €50 million and growing skepticism about processed alternatives, the company's outlook faces uncertainty.
06:48am, Thursday, Jan 09, 2025
Unilever faces significant challenges in Indonesia, with a market share decline to 34.9% and a damaging boycott amid rising competition from local brands. The company is revamping strategies to regain consumer trust in a shifting economic landscape, impacting investor outlook.
08:51am, Monday, Nov 25, 2024
Unilever (NYSE: UL) unveiled a growth strategy focused on divesting non-core assets and boosting innovation. Highlights include a €1 billion food brand divestment and a goal for 2% volume growth. Analysts remain cautious about execution amid market challenges.
04:35am, Tuesday, Aug 13, 2024
Henkel (ETR: HNKG_p) shares rose 0.5% to €78.43 after strong Q2 results showed a 600bps gross margin increase, surpassing Unilever. Analysts anticipate a 16% operating margin by 2026, despite inflation and geopolitical challenges. Full-year growth forecasts remain intact.
08:30am, Friday, Jul 26, 2024
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