Reckitt Reports $2.49 EPS, $9.78B Revenue and 4%-5% 2026 Growth Guidance
Reckitt reported EPS of $2.49, matching estimates and revenue of $9.78 billion, just shy of the $9.79 billion forecast. The company projects like-for-like net revenue growth of 4% to 5% in 2026 after delivering 5% like-for-like sales growth this year, driven by emerging markets.
1. Earnings and Revenue Performance
Reckitt delivered EPS of $2.49, matching estimates, and generated revenue of $9.78 billion, narrowly missing consensus by $10 million and reflecting stable earnings performance.
2. 2026 Growth Outlook
The group forecast like-for-like net revenue growth of 4% to 5% for 2026, building on a 5% LFL sales increase in the current year.
3. Market Segment Drivers
Emerging markets drove the 5% like-for-like sales rise, supported by strong demand for health and hygiene brands such as Dettol and Nurofen.
4. Valuation and Financial Metrics
Reckitt trades at a P/E ratio of 33.54, price-to-sales of 2.82 and EV/sales of 3.42, while its debt-to-equity of 1.47 and current ratio of 0.56 highlight leverage and liquidity positions.