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.

Undercurrents reshape palm oil’s positioning

Recalibration is underway in palm oil markets, as bullish support from Asia’s rival oils and demand shifts reinforce prices, while crude softness and cautious refiners introduce restraint...

July 3, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision raises £115.6k in Retail Offer

The Retail Offer launched on 27 June 2025 raised £115,601 via 21,018,429 shares at 0.55p each, bringing total gross proceeds to approximately £2.5m. Admission to AIM is expected to begin 23 July 2025, subject to shareholder approval...

July 2, 2025

Likewise Group’s Nationwide Distribution Overhaul Powers 2025 Profit Surge (Video)

Tony Brewer explains how Likewise Group’s people-first approach and targeted infrastructure investments are unlocking new growth horizons. Discover why 2025’s £4 million profit goal is well within reach...

July 1, 2025

Tate & Lyle showcases innovation and growth at investor event

Tate & Lyle’s Capital Markets Day showcases its growth strategy, innovation-led portfolio, and the strategic value of CP Kelco, positioning the group at the forefront of food reformulation and nutrition...

July 1, 2025

J Sainsbury Plc secures decade-high market share with value and loyalty strategy

Sainsbury’s delivered 4.9% Q1 retail sales growth and its highest market share since 2016, driven by deep value pricing, strong online performance, and expanding loyalty engagement...

July 1, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision maintains EBITDA and strengthens cashew turnaround

Dekel Agri-Vision reported stable Group EBITDA of €2.6 million for FY2024. A 41% improvement in the Cashew Operation offset a softer year in palm oil due to lower CPO prices. Post year-end, the company raised £2.33m, restructured debt, and expects further gains in 2025 with rising CPO prices and continued cashew progress...

June 30, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision secures £2.3M backing ahead of strategic vote

Dekel Agri-Vision closes an oversubscribed £2.33 million fundraise with strong director and institutional support, setting the stage for a pivotal shareholder meeting in July...

June 27, 2025

Associated British Foods Plc signals possible closure of Vivergo

Associated British Foods has begun employee consultation to wind down its Vivergo bioethanol operations unless government support is secured...

June 26, 2025

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

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Consumer Defensive

Undercurrents reshape palm oil’s positioning

Recalibration is underway in palm oil markets, as bullish support from Asia’s rival oils and demand shifts reinforce prices, while crude softness and cautious refiners introduce restraint...

July 3, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision raises £115.6k in Retail Offer

July 2, 2025

Likewise Group’s Nationwide Distribution Overhaul Powers 2025 Profit Surge (Video)

July 1, 2025

Tate & Lyle showcases innovation and growth at investor event

July 1, 2025

J Sainsbury Plc secures decade-high market share with value and loyalty strategy

Sainsbury’s delivered 4.9% Q1 retail sales growth and its highest market share since 2016, driven by deep value pricing, strong online performance, and expanding loyalty engagement...

July 1, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision maintains EBITDA and strengthens cashew turnaround

June 30, 2025

Dekel Agri-Vision secures £2.3M backing ahead of strategic vote

Dekel Agri-Vision closes an oversubscribed £2.33 million fundraise with strong director and institutional support, setting the stage for a pivotal shareholder meeting in July...

June 27, 2025

Associated British Foods Plc signals possible closure of Vivergo

Associated British Foods has begun employee consultation to wind down its Vivergo bioethanol operations unless government support is secured...

June 26, 2025

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...