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Reckitt Benckiser Group
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Market Data

Market Cap
£40.36B
EV
£48.84B
Shares Outstanding
672.51M
Beta
0.10
Industry
Household & Personal Products

Wall Street View

Analyst Rating
OUTPERFORM
Analyst Target Price
Number of Analysts
17
P/E 2025E
17.10x
P/Revenue 2025E
2.84x

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Margins & Returns

Gross Margin 2025E
60.80%
Net Profit Margin 2025E
13.99%
ROE 2025E
35.12%
ROCE 2024
18.88%

Dividends

DPS 2025E
£2.11
Payout Ratio 2025E
60.11%
Div. Yield 2025E
3.51%
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About Reckitt Benckiser Group plc

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Reckitt Benckiser Group plc

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Reckitt Benckiser Group plc manufactures and sells health, hygiene, and nutrition products in the United Kingdom and internationally. The company offers germ protection under Dettol name; intimate wellness under Durex and KY brand names; over the counter under the Bio...

Sector

Consumer Defensive

Industry

Household & Personal Products

CEO

Licht, Kristoffer

Employees

37,900

IPO Date

1988-07-01

Headquarters

Turner House, 103-105 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3UH, United Kingdom

📊 Stock Price & Performance

The last closing price of Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) is £60.18, reflecting a +0.10% change from the prior session. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 7:30 AM Eastern Time

Review the recent RKT stock performance trends:Past 1 Month: Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) shares have +2.56%.Past 3 Months: The stock has +4.97%.Past 6 Months: RKT shares have +21.13%. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Over the last year, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) has established a 52-week price range between a high of £60.80 and a low of £45.79. This metric is essential for assessing the stock's annual volatility. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) is considered a low volatility stock. It has a beta of 0.10, which means it typically moves 0.10 times as much as the broader market. Over the past 52 weeks, RKT has traded within a £45.79 – £60.80 range. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Based on current RKT analyst forecasts and market assumptions, the consensus price target for Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) is £63.63 for 2027. Relative to the current price of £60.18, this implies a positive upside of +6.02%. Price targets reflect forward-looking estimates based on information available at the time and are inherently subject to change as underlying assumptions, company fundamentals, or market conditions evolve. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

A £1,000 investment in Reckitt Benckiser Group 5 years ago, when the stock was trading around £65.60, would be worth approximately £917.37 today, based solely on share price performance (excluding dividends). This represents a total return of -8.26% over the period, equivalent to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -1.71%. Past performance reflects historical price movements only and does not imply future results. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

💰 Financial Metrics & Reports

The current Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) market capitalization is approximately £40.36B, based on its latest share price and shares outstanding. Market capitalization represents the total market value of a company's equity and is calculated by multiplying the current stock price by the number of shares outstanding. As a result, Reckitt Benckiser Group's market cap fluctuates with changes in its share price and share count. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) generated £3.43B in revenue, representing a -2.81% year over year change. Quarterly revenue results and expectations reflect underlying demand trends, pricing dynamics, product or service mix, seasonality, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Actual results may differ from consensus estimates as new information becomes available. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported fiscal year, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) generated net income of £1.43B, compared with £1.64B in the prior fiscal year, representing a -13.21% year over year change. For the upcoming fiscal year, analyst consensus currently estimates net income of £1.99B. Net income may be positive or negative and can fluctuate materially from year to year due to changes in operating performance, non-recurring or one-time items, accounting treatments, capital structure, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

According to its latest quarterly filing, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) reported EBITDA of £957.50M, representing a -3.72% year over year change. EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and does not account for depreciation, amortization, interest expense, taxes, or capital expenditures. As a result, it should be considered alongside other financial metrics when assessing operating performance. Actual results may differ from estimates as company-specific or macroeconomic conditions evolve. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

As of the most recent reporting period, the company's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 1.13x, calculated as total debt divided by total shareholders' equity. A lower debt-to-equity ratio generally indicates a more conservative capital structure with less reliance on external borrowing, while a higher ratio suggests greater financial leverage and potentially higher sensitivity to interest rates, refinancing conditions, and earnings volatility. The debt-to-equity ratio should be interpreted in the context of the company's industry, business model, cash flow stability, and balance sheet composition. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available data, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) is currently trading at a last twelve months (LTM) P/E ratio of 27.75x. The P/E ratio reflects how much investors are willing to pay today for a dollar of earnings and can vary meaningfully over time due to changes in profitability, growth expectations, margin outlook, and earnings volatility. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

📅 Earnings & Dividends

Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) is currently scheduled to report its next earnings results on March 3, 2026. Earnings dates are subject to change and may be updated by the company with limited notice. Investors typically monitor upcoming earnings releases closely, as they can result in increased volatility depending on reported results, forward guidance, and management commentary. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

In the most recently reported quarter, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) revenue was £3.43B, compared with analyst consensus expectations of £3.38B, representing a +1.54% revenue surprise versus expectations. Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were £0.81. Revenue and EPS surprises may be positive or negative and can influence near-term stock performance depending on expectations, forward guidance, and broader market and sector conditions. For a detailed history of analyst expectations versus reported results, view the full estimates vs. actuals track record here: 👉 Estimates vs. Actuals Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

📈 Analyst Information

Analyst assessments of whether Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) consensus price target is overvalued or undervalued are generally expressed relative to consensus valuation frameworks and price targets, rather than as an absolute judgment.Current share price: £60.18Consensus price target: £63.63Implied return: +6.02% An implied return above current levels indicates that, on average, analysts view the stock as trading below their estimated fair value. Conversely, an implied return below current levels suggests the stock may be fully valued or priced above consensus expectations. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

Based on the latest available analyst coverage, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) currently carries a Outperform consensus rating. Analysts' average RKT price target is £63.63. Relative to the current share price of £60.18, this suggests a potential price change of approximately +6.02%. Analyst views are forward-looking estimates and should not be considered investment advice. Last updated: January 1, 2026 at 2:44 AM Eastern Time

Like other publicly traded stocks, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) shares are bought and sold on stock exchanges such as LSE and other supported markets, depending on the listing. The most common way to buy shares is through an online brokerage account. To get started, you typically need to: Open an account with a licensed stock brokerComplete the broker's verification processFund your accountPlace a buy order for Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) shares Trading involves risk, and investors should consider their financial objectives and risk tolerance before investing.

ℹ️ Company Information

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Reckitt Benckiser Group trades under the ticker symbol RKT on the LSE stock exchange. The ticker RKT is used to identify the company's common stock across trading platforms, market data providers, and regulatory filings.

As of the most recently reported period, Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) employs approximately 37,900 people worldwide. Reported employee figures may fluctuate over time due to hiring activity, restructuring, automation initiatives, or changes in business strategy. Headcount data is typically disclosed in company filings and reflects full-time employees unless otherwise stated. Last updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM Eastern Time

Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) operates in a highly competitive market with companies that often have different business models, geographic exposure, and end markets. While no two companies are identical, the following firms are generally considered the closest Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) stock peers based on overlapping products, services, and competitive dynamics:Henkel AG & Co. KGaA (HEN3)Haleon (HLN)Danone (BN)Colgate-Palmolive (CL)Unilever (ULVR)L'Oréal (OR)Essity (ESSITY B)Kimberly-Clark (KMB)Clorox (CLX)McBride (MCB) These peers may differ in size, business mix, financial profile, and strategic focus, but they are commonly referenced due to overlapping markets, customer segments, or competitive positioning relative to Reckitt Benckiser Group.

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