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.

Palm oil finds momentum amid shifting global flows

Palm oil prices have edged higher as strong exports offset Middle East uncertainty, while India’s recent buying pause underlines volatility ahead...

June 25, 2025

Why palm oil is gaining strategic relevance

Palm oil is gaining attention beyond the commodity market, as emerging trends signal a promising long-term investment opportunity amid shifting dynamics...

June 20, 2025

Ocado Group and Bon Preu to open Customer Fulfilment Centre in Catalonia

Ocado Group and Bon Preu expand their partnership, launching a Customer Fulfilment Centre in Catalonia to enhance online grocery service and efficiency...

June 18, 2025

B&M confirms CEO appointment and Director share purchases

B&M European Value Retail has appointed Tjeerd Jegen as CEO, effective June 16, 2025, marking a significant leadership transition for the retail giant...

June 17, 2025

Warpaint London trading strongly, confident for FY25

Warpaint London plc shares promising financial insights at today's AGM, highlighting robust sales, strategic growth opportunities, and a healthy balance sheet...

June 17, 2025

Palm Oil prices edge higher amid emerging market undercurrents

Palm oil prices are rising, reaching a seven-week high, driven by dynamics in biofuel policy and geopolitical risks. Explore the market shifts impacting this key commodity...

June 16, 2025

Tesco Plc Q1: Sales Up, Market Share Grows

Tesco Plc's Q1 Trading Statement for 2025/26 reveals strong performance with increased customer satisfaction and market share gains across the UK and ROI...

June 12, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision benefits from strong pricing and cashew progress

Dekel Agri-Vision Plc has released its May production update, highlighting key developments in its palm oil and cashew operations in Côte d'Ivoire...

June 10, 2025

Palm Oil prices push higher as Dalian gains fuel market momentum

Malaysian palm oil futures are rebounding, fueled by bullish market sentiment, a weaker ringgit, and strong demand from key importers like India...

June 9, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision thrives amid palm oil boom

The global palm oil industry thrives on strong demand and limited supply. Côte d'Ivoire emerges as a key player, with Dekel Agri-Vision capitalising on growth opportunities in sustainable agribusiness...

June 5, 2025

B&M European Value Retail FY25 revenue hits £5.6bn

B&M European Value Retail S.A. reported its Preliminary Results for FY25, highlighting a 3.7% revenue increase and significant operational updates for investors...

June 4, 2025

British American Tobacco Plc raises FY revenue guidance

British American Tobacco PLC (LON:BATS) has announced its 2025 H1 pre-close trading update. On track for FY delivery; revenue slightly ahead of previous guidance · U.S. expected to return to revenue..

June 3, 2025

Palm oil futures lifted by Asian strength and crude oil rally

Malaysian palm oil futures rose due to strengthening Asian markets and crude oil prices, reflecting a complex interplay of global commodities and emerging market trends...

May 29, 2025

Warpaint London posts 2024 Annual Report and AGM Notice

Warpaint London plc (LON:W7L) announces the release of its 2024 Annual Report and details for the upcoming AGM on June 17, 2025...

May 20, 2025

Palm Oil futures rebound as export surge signals market resilience

Malaysian palm oil futures have rebounded after two weeks of decline, fueled by strong export figures and highlighting potential growth in the edible oils market...

May 19, 2025

Diageo Plc delivers strong Q3 growth, reaffirms outlook

Diageo Plc's Q3 fiscal 2025 trading results showcase strong organic net sales growth and a solid outlook, highlighting effective strategies for future profitability...

May 19, 2025

Palm Oil Futures Rebound on Export Strength and Oil Gains

Palm oil futures are rebounding, driven by a surge in exports and rising oil prices. Discover how these trends are reshaping the edible oil market landscape...

May 16, 2025

B&M European Value Retail appoints Tjeerd Jegen as CEO

B&M European Value Retail S.A has appointed Tjeerd Jegen as CEO, bringing 25 years of international retail expertise to lead the UK’s leading variety goods retailer...

May 15, 2025

Premier Foods Plc reports record branded sales and 62% dividend increase

Premier Foods plc has reported outstanding preliminary results for FY24/25, showcasing significant revenue growth and increased profits, alongside a rising dividend...

May 15, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision’s Positive Momentum Continues as Cashew Profitability Nears – Zeus Capital

Strong pricing, coupled with stable production levels, has helped push year-to-date revenues in the palm oil division 30% ahead of the previous year..

May 14, 2025

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Tesco Q1 sales rise as customer satisfaction improves, reiterates full-year guidance

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Consumer Defensive

Palm oil finds momentum amid shifting global flows

Palm oil prices have edged higher as strong exports offset Middle East uncertainty, while India’s recent buying pause underlines volatility ahead...

June 25, 2025

Why palm oil is gaining strategic relevance

Palm oil is gaining attention beyond the commodity market, as emerging trends signal a promising long-term investment opportunity amid shifting dynamics...

June 20, 2025

Ocado Group and Bon Preu to open Customer Fulfilment Centre in Catalonia

Ocado Group and Bon Preu expand their partnership, launching a Customer Fulfilment Centre in Catalonia to enhance online grocery service and efficiency...

June 18, 2025

B&M confirms CEO appointment and Director share purchases

B&M European Value Retail has appointed Tjeerd Jegen as CEO, effective June 16, 2025, marking a significant leadership transition for the retail giant...

June 17, 2025

Warpaint London trading strongly, confident for FY25

Warpaint London plc shares promising financial insights at today's AGM, highlighting robust sales, strategic growth opportunities, and a healthy balance sheet...

June 17, 2025

Palm Oil prices edge higher amid emerging market undercurrents

Palm oil prices are rising, reaching a seven-week high, driven by dynamics in biofuel policy and geopolitical risks. Explore the market shifts impacting this key commodity...

June 16, 2025

Tesco Plc Q1: Sales Up, Market Share Grows

Tesco Plc's Q1 Trading Statement for 2025/26 reveals strong performance with increased customer satisfaction and market share gains across the UK and ROI...

June 12, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision benefits from strong pricing and cashew progress

Dekel Agri-Vision Plc has released its May production update, highlighting key developments in its palm oil and cashew operations in Côte d'Ivoire...

June 10, 2025

Palm Oil prices push higher as Dalian gains fuel market momentum

Malaysian palm oil futures are rebounding, fueled by bullish market sentiment, a weaker ringgit, and strong demand from key importers like India...

June 9, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision thrives amid palm oil boom

June 5, 2025

B&M European Value Retail FY25 revenue hits £5.6bn

B&M European Value Retail S.A. reported its Preliminary Results for FY25, highlighting a 3.7% revenue increase and significant operational updates for investors...

June 4, 2025

British American Tobacco Plc raises FY revenue guidance

June 3, 2025

Palm oil futures lifted by Asian strength and crude oil rally

Malaysian palm oil futures rose due to strengthening Asian markets and crude oil prices, reflecting a complex interplay of global commodities and emerging market trends...

May 29, 2025

Warpaint London posts 2024 Annual Report and AGM Notice

Warpaint London plc (LON:W7L) announces the release of its 2024 Annual Report and details for the upcoming AGM on June 17, 2025...

May 20, 2025

Palm Oil futures rebound as export surge signals market resilience

Malaysian palm oil futures have rebounded after two weeks of decline, fueled by strong export figures and highlighting potential growth in the edible oils market...

May 19, 2025

Diageo Plc delivers strong Q3 growth, reaffirms outlook

Diageo Plc's Q3 fiscal 2025 trading results showcase strong organic net sales growth and a solid outlook, highlighting effective strategies for future profitability...

May 19, 2025

Palm Oil Futures Rebound on Export Strength and Oil Gains

Palm oil futures are rebounding, driven by a surge in exports and rising oil prices. Discover how these trends are reshaping the edible oil market landscape...

May 16, 2025

B&M European Value Retail appoints Tjeerd Jegen as CEO

B&M European Value Retail S.A has appointed Tjeerd Jegen as CEO, bringing 25 years of international retail expertise to lead the UK’s leading variety goods retailer...

May 15, 2025

Premier Foods Plc reports record branded sales and 62% dividend increase

Premier Foods plc has reported outstanding preliminary results for FY24/25, showcasing significant revenue growth and increased profits, alongside a rising dividend...

May 15, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision’s Positive Momentum Continues as Cashew Profitability Nears – Zeus Capital

Strong pricing, coupled with stable production levels, has helped push year-to-date revenues in the palm oil division 30% ahead of the previous year..

May 14, 2025