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S&P 500   5,254.35
DOW   39,807.40
QQQ   444.01
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Stock market today: Asian shares are mostly higher after another set of Wall St records
Foot Locker Builds Up Another Head of Steam; Gains Imminent
Disney Stock Catches 3 Upgrades In a Single Week
Average long-term US mortgage rate falls slightly, easing borrowing costs for home shoppers
Walgreens books hefty charge as the drugstore chain adjusts the value of struggling clinics
Algeria's government pushes staples to subsidized markets to stave off Ramadan shortages
S&P 500   5,254.35
DOW   39,807.40
QQQ   444.01
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Stock market today: Asian shares are mostly higher after another set of Wall St records
Foot Locker Builds Up Another Head of Steam; Gains Imminent
Disney Stock Catches 3 Upgrades In a Single Week
Average long-term US mortgage rate falls slightly, easing borrowing costs for home shoppers
Walgreens books hefty charge as the drugstore chain adjusts the value of struggling clinics
Algeria's government pushes staples to subsidized markets to stave off Ramadan shortages
LON:RKT

Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) Share Price, News & Analysis

GBX 4,512
+74.00 (+1.67%)
(As of 03/28/2024 04:38 PM ET)
Today's Range
4,458
4,543
50-Day Range
4,296
5,872
52-Week Range
4,190
6,570
Volume
1.92 million shs
Average Volume
1.93 million shs
Market Capitalization
£31.98 billion
P/E Ratio
1,978.95
Dividend Yield
4.28%
Price Target
N/A
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About Reckitt Benckiser Group Stock (LON:RKT)

Reckitt Benckiser Group plc manufactures and sells health, hygiene, and nutrition products worldwide. It offers acne treatment creams, facial washes, and cleansing pads; germ protection products; condoms; heartburn and indigestion solutions; joints health products; chest congestion, cough, and sinus remedies; vaginal care routine products; sore throat medications; and hair removal products under the Clearasil, Dettol, Durex, Gaviscon, Nurofen, Mucinex, Queen V, Strepsils, and Veet brands. The company also 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. In addition, it provides vitamins, minerals, and supplements under the Biofreeze, Airborne, Mead Johnson, Move Free, Enfamil, Neuriva, and Nutramigen brands. The company was founded in 1819 and is headquartered in Slough, the United Kingdom.

RKT Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Today
3/29/2024
Ex-Dividend for 5/24 Dividend
4/11/2024
Dividend Payable
5/24/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Household & Personal Products
Sub-Industry
N/A
CIK
N/A
Fax
N/A
Employees
40,000
Year Founded
N/A

Profitability

Net Income
£1.63 billion
Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
£14.61 billion
Cash Flow
GBX 137.97 per share
Book Value
GBX 1,178 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
£31.98 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.07
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Key Executives

  • Mr. Jeffrey Carr ACMA (Age 63)
    B.Eng, Group CFO & Executive Director
    Comp: $3.38M
  • Mr. Kristoffer Loe Licht (Age 48)
    CEO & Executive Director
  • Mr. Filippo Catalano (Age 51)
    Chief Information & Digitisation Officer
  • Mr. Richard Joyce
    Head of Investor Relations
  • Ms. Catheryn O'Rourke (Age 51)
    Senior VP, General Counsel & Company Secretary
  • Mr. Fabrice Beaulieu (Age 50)
    Chief Marketing, Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Officer
  • Mr. Ranjay Radhakrishnan (Age 53)
    Chief Human Resources Officer

Should I Buy Reckitt Benckiser Group Stock? RKT Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Reckitt Benckiser Group plc:

  • Reckitt Benckiser Group plc has a diverse product portfolio including health, hygiene, and nutrition products, providing stability and potential for growth in various market segments.
  • The company recently increased its dividend to GBX 115.90 per share, indicating a commitment to rewarding shareholders and potentially attracting new investors.
  • Reckitt Benckiser Group plc's strong market presence and established brands like Dettol, Nurofen, and Veet offer a competitive advantage and consumer loyalty.
  • The company's focus on innovation and product development keeps it at the forefront of consumer trends, potentially leading to sustained revenue growth.
  • With a market capitalization of £36.37 billion, Reckitt Benckiser Group plc is a well-established company with a solid financial standing, providing a sense of stability for investors.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Reckitt Benckiser Group plc for these reasons:

  • The stock price of Reckitt Benckiser Group plc has experienced fluctuations, with recent trading down by 12.5%, indicating potential volatility in the market.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Reckitt Benckiser Group pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

RKT Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have RKT shares performed in 2024?

Reckitt Benckiser Group's stock was trading at GBX 5,420 at the start of the year. Since then, RKT shares have decreased by 16.8% and is now trading at GBX 4,512.
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How often does Reckitt Benckiser Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Reckitt Benckiser Group?

Reckitt Benckiser Group declared a dividend on Wednesday, February 28th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, April 11th will be given a dividend of GBX 115.90 per share on Friday, May 24th. This represents a dividend yield of 1.99%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, April 11th. This is a positive change from the stock's previous dividend of GBX 76.60. The official announcement can be seen at this link.
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Is Reckitt Benckiser Group a good dividend stock?

Reckitt Benckiser Group (LON:RKT) pays an annual dividend of GBX 193 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 4.42%. RKT has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 8,464.91%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
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How do I buy shares of Reckitt Benckiser Group?

Shares of RKT stock and other U.K. stocks can be purchased through online brokerage accounts that support trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSX). Some U.K. companies can be purchased through major U.S. brokerages in the form of American Depository Receipts (ADRs), which are placeholder equities held in a trust by a bank that represent shares of a foreign stock.
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This page (LON:RKT) was last updated on 3/29/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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