Consumer Defensive

Companies involved in the manufacture of food and beverages, household and personal care products, packaging and tobacco. The sector also includes firms providing education and training services. UK‑listed companies in this sector include Unilever plc, Diageo plc, Associated British Foods plc, Imperial Brands plc, Smurfit Kappa plc and Pearson plc.

Unilever has released its Q1 2025 trading statement, showing a resilient performance with a 3% underlying sales growth. The full-year outlook remains optimistic...
Palm oil prices are stabilising at RM3,900 per tonne, driven by rising demand from China and India, presenting a promising outlook for investors in the sector...
J Sainsbury Plc's latest results reveal a robust performance, driven by strategic investments and market share gains. Discover how their Next Level strategy enhances customer value...
Bunzl plc provides a trading update for Q1 2025, revealing challenges in North America, revenue growth shifts, and a revised outlook for the year ahead...
B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) reports a solid FY25 performance, highlighting revenue growth, store expansion, and strategic plans for future success...
A surge in global cashew production is imminent, driven by new harvests in Vietnam and Africa. This boom will reshape pricing and procurement strategies for 2025...
Diageo Plc has announced a $1.5 billion bond offering, featuring fixed-rate notes due in 2030 and 2035, to support its corporate initiatives and growth...
Tesco Plc has revealed its impressive Preliminary Results for 2024/25, showcasing strong sales growth and robust operating profit, positioning the brand for future success...
Dekel Agri-Vision Plc reports impressive Q1 2025 results, highlighting significant growth in palm oil and cashew operations in Côte d'Ivoire. Discover key performance metrics and trends...
The palm oil industry is shifting towards sustainability, driven by environmental concerns and consumer demand. Discover how sustainable practices are reshaping this vital sector...
J Sainsbury plc welcomes Katie Bickerstaffe and Steve Hare as Non-Executive Directors, enhancing board expertise in retail and digital business strategies...
Associated British Foods plc announces the resignation of Primark CEO Paul Marchant amid an investigation into behavior allegations, with interim leadership appointed...
Bunzl plc reports impressive annual results for 2024, showcasing strong revenue growth, expanded operating margins, and a record year for acquisitions...
J Sainsbury PLC has sold its Argos Financial Services card portfolio to NewDay Group, with migration planned for Q1 2026. Learn more about this strategic move...
Unilever plc (LON:ULVR) announces leadership changes as Hein Schumacher steps down as CEO, with Fernando Fernandez succeeding him effective March 2025...
Coca-Cola HBC AG (LON:CCH) reports a robust 13.8% organic revenue growth in 2024, driven by strategic priorities and expansion across core categories...
British American Tobacco Plc (LON:BATS) reports 2024 results, highlighting a focus on smokeless products, improved profitability, and strategic investments...
Diageo Plc reports interim results with a 1% rise in organic net sales despite challenging conditions, highlighting strong regional market gains...
Associated British Foods plc (LON:ABF) reveals mixed outcomes in its early 2025 trading update, with varied performance across business segments...
J Sainsbury Plc achieved its fifth consecutive year of Christmas market share growth, with strong sales and customer satisfaction during the festive season...
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Unilever has released its Q1 2025 trading statement, showing a resilient performance with a 3% underlying sales growth. The full-year outlook remains optimistic...
Palm oil prices are stabilising at RM3,900 per tonne, driven by rising demand from China and India, presenting a promising outlook for investors in the sector...
J Sainsbury Plc's latest results reveal a robust performance, driven by strategic investments and market share gains. Discover how their Next Level strategy enhances customer value...
Bunzl plc provides a trading update for Q1 2025, revealing challenges in North America, revenue growth shifts, and a revised outlook for the year ahead...
B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) reports a solid FY25 performance, highlighting revenue growth, store expansion, and strategic plans for future success...
A surge in global cashew production is imminent, driven by new harvests in Vietnam and Africa. This boom will reshape pricing and procurement strategies for 2025...
Diageo Plc has announced a $1.5 billion bond offering, featuring fixed-rate notes due in 2030 and 2035, to support its corporate initiatives and growth...
Tesco Plc has revealed its impressive Preliminary Results for 2024/25, showcasing strong sales growth and robust operating profit, positioning the brand for future success...
Dekel Agri-Vision Plc reports impressive Q1 2025 results, highlighting significant growth in palm oil and cashew operations in Côte d'Ivoire. Discover key performance metrics and trends...
The palm oil industry is shifting towards sustainability, driven by environmental concerns and consumer demand. Discover how sustainable practices are reshaping this vital sector...
J Sainsbury plc welcomes Katie Bickerstaffe and Steve Hare as Non-Executive Directors, enhancing board expertise in retail and digital business strategies...
Associated British Foods plc announces the resignation of Primark CEO Paul Marchant amid an investigation into behavior allegations, with interim leadership appointed...
Bunzl plc reports impressive annual results for 2024, showcasing strong revenue growth, expanded operating margins, and a record year for acquisitions...
J Sainsbury PLC has sold its Argos Financial Services card portfolio to NewDay Group, with migration planned for Q1 2026. Learn more about this strategic move...
Unilever plc (LON:ULVR) announces leadership changes as Hein Schumacher steps down as CEO, with Fernando Fernandez succeeding him effective March 2025...
Coca-Cola HBC AG (LON:CCH) reports a robust 13.8% organic revenue growth in 2024, driven by strategic priorities and expansion across core categories...
British American Tobacco Plc (LON:BATS) reports 2024 results, highlighting a focus on smokeless products, improved profitability, and strategic investments...
Diageo Plc reports interim results with a 1% rise in organic net sales despite challenging conditions, highlighting strong regional market gains...
Associated British Foods plc (LON:ABF) reveals mixed outcomes in its early 2025 trading update, with varied performance across business segments...
J Sainsbury Plc achieved its fifth consecutive year of Christmas market share growth, with strong sales and customer satisfaction during the festive season...
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