Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT) Stock Overview
Manufactures and sells health, hygiene, and nutrition products in the United Kingdom and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 6/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 4/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | UK£44.87 |
| 52 Week High | UK£65.23 |
| 52 Week Low | UK£39.54 |
| Beta | 0.25 |
| 1 Month Change | -4.80% |
| 3 Month Change | -26.80% |
| 1 Year Change | -13.54% |
| 3 Year Change | -31.61% |
| 5 Year Change | -33.11% |
| Change since IPO | 533.46% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 04
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Dividend Growth And Share Buybacks
Reckitt Benckiser Group's analyst price target has been trimmed by about £1.32 per share, as analysts factor in softer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions alongside a slightly higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Reckitt Benckiser points to a mixed set of views, with some analysts trimming price targets while others are upgrading their stance.Narrative Update • Apr 20
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Dividend And Capital Return Delivery
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Reckitt Benckiser Group from about £64.42 to £63.61, reflecting slightly softer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, even as recent research includes both price target cuts and an upgrade on the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Reckitt Benckiser Group has mixed signals, with some analysts trimming price targets while another has upgraded the shares, reflecting a balance of confidence in the franchise and caution around execution and earnings quality.Narrative Update • Apr 05
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Emerging Market Mix Execution
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Reckitt Benckiser Group to £64.42 from £65.63, reflecting recent price target cuts, such as Deutsche Bank's move to £54.60, and a reset of longer term earnings expectations linked to slightly softer revenue growth, a marginally lower profit margin outlook, and a reduced future P/E assumption to 19.99. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Reckitt Benckiser shows a mixed but useful range of views around valuation, execution and growth, with both bullish and bearish analysts adjusting their targets and ratings in response to company specific developments.Analysis Article • Apr 01
We Think That There Are Some Issues For Reckitt Benckiser Group (LON:RKT) Beyond Its Promising Earnings
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc's ( LON:RKT ) stock didn't jump after it announced some healthy earnings. Our analysis...Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 04
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Dividend Growth And Share Buybacks
Reckitt Benckiser Group's analyst price target has been trimmed by about £1.32 per share, as analysts factor in softer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions alongside a slightly higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Reckitt Benckiser points to a mixed set of views, with some analysts trimming price targets while others are upgrading their stance.Narrative Update • Apr 20
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Dividend And Capital Return Delivery
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Reckitt Benckiser Group from about £64.42 to £63.61, reflecting slightly softer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, even as recent research includes both price target cuts and an upgrade on the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Reckitt Benckiser Group has mixed signals, with some analysts trimming price targets while another has upgraded the shares, reflecting a balance of confidence in the franchise and caution around execution and earnings quality.Narrative Update • Apr 05
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Emerging Market Mix Execution
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Reckitt Benckiser Group to £64.42 from £65.63, reflecting recent price target cuts, such as Deutsche Bank's move to £54.60, and a reset of longer term earnings expectations linked to slightly softer revenue growth, a marginally lower profit margin outlook, and a reduced future P/E assumption to 19.99. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Reckitt Benckiser shows a mixed but useful range of views around valuation, execution and growth, with both bullish and bearish analysts adjusting their targets and ratings in response to company specific developments.Analysis Article • Apr 01
We Think That There Are Some Issues For Reckitt Benckiser Group (LON:RKT) Beyond Its Promising Earnings
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc's ( LON:RKT ) stock didn't jump after it announced some healthy earnings. Our analysis...Narrative Update • Mar 21
RKT: Future Returns Will Rely On Emerging Market Mix Execution
Narrative Update on Reckitt Benckiser Group The analyst price target for Reckitt Benckiser Group has been trimmed, with revised assumptions indicating a fair value of £65.63. Analysts are balancing a lower revenue growth outlook with slightly higher projected profit margins and a higher future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Mar 06
RKT: Future Returns Will Turn On Emerging Market Mix And Cash Returns
The analyst price target for Reckitt Benckiser has been raised by £400, from £5,500 to £5,900, as analysts factor in the Essential Home divestment and express higher confidence in mid term volume and mix trends in emerging markets such as China, while still expecting pricing and brand support to limit operating margin. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Reckitt Benckiser highlights a split view, with some bullish analysts focusing on portfolio simplification and emerging market opportunities, while more cautious voices focus on execution risks and margin constraints.Narrative Update • Feb 20
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Mix Execution And Special Dividend Mechanics
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Reckitt Benckiser slightly while edging their P/E assumption higher, as recent price target moves, including a lift to £59.00 at Jefferies, reflect mixed views on margin headroom versus growth potential in emerging markets. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Reckitt Benckiser points to a split view, with some analysts leaning more positive on the improved growth mix and others flagging limits to margin expansion and valuation support.Narrative Update • Feb 05
RKT: Future Returns Will Depend On Mix Execution And Shareholder Payouts
Analysts have nudged their implied fair value for Reckitt Benckiser Group higher to £67.86 from £66.04, citing recent price target increases and research that points to more confidence in emerging market volume and mix. This is partly offset by expectations that pricing and brand support will keep a lid on operating margin and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Jan 22
RKT: Future Returns Will Hinge On Execution Of Portfolio Pruning And Mix
Reckitt Benckiser Group's updated analyst price target reflects a modest uplift in fair value to £66.04 from £63.63, as analysts factor in divestments, higher confidence in mid term emerging market volume and mix, and a slightly higher assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Reckitt Benckiser Group is mixed, with several price target changes and a range of views on how much upside is already reflected in the shares.Narrative Update • Jan 06
RKT: Future Returns Will Reflect Steady Execution And Balanced Medium Term Repricing
Analysts have inched their price targets for Reckitt Benckiser higher, with recent moves to £56.47 and £57.00. These changes reflect updated assumptions in their models around slightly lower revenue growth, a marginally higher profit margin and a modestly higher future P/E multiple.Analysis Article • Dec 30
Returns On Capital Are A Standout For Reckitt Benckiser Group (LON:RKT)
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Narrative Update • Dec 19
RKT: Future Outlook Will Reflect Steady Execution Amid Measured Medium Term Repricing
Reckitt Benckiser Group's analyst price targets have inched higher to roughly 5,650 to 5,700 GBp, reflecting analysts' modestly increased fair value estimate despite slightly softer long term revenue growth and margin assumptions and a higher expected future earnings multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Reckitt Benckiser suggest a cautiously constructive stance, with modest price target upgrades reflecting incremental confidence in the company’s execution rather than a wholesale re-rating of its long term growth profile.Analysis Article • Dec 15
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (LON:RKT) Shares Could Be 39% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Reckitt Benckiser Group fair value estimate is UK£99.15...Narrative Update • Dec 04
RKT: Future Outlook Will Reflect Gradual Repricing Amid Steady Medium Term Performance
Reckitt Benckiser Group's analyst price target has edged higher, with fair value estimates rising from approximately £62.50 to £63.15 and Street targets nudging up by around 1 to 2 percent, as analysts cite slightly stronger long term revenue growth assumptions and a modest rerating in forward earnings multiples, while maintaining broadly neutral recommendations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Reckitt Benckiser points to a generally steady but unspectacular outlook, with modest increases in price targets reinforcing the view that the shares are fairly valued relative to current fundamentals.Analysis Article • Nov 29
Investors Appear Satisfied With Reckitt Benckiser Group plc's (LON:RKT) Prospects
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 31.5x Reckitt Benckiser Group plc ( LON:RKT ) may be sending very bearish...Narrative Update • Nov 20
RKT: Future Outlook Will Reflect Asymmetric Risks And Opportunities Amid Stable Performance
Analysts have modestly increased their price target for Reckitt Benckiser Group, raising it from 5,555 GBp to a range of 5,647 to 5,700 GBp, citing steady fundamentals and supportive sector research. Analyst Commentary Recent street research on Reckitt Benckiser Group reflects carefully balanced perspectives as analysts weigh the company's valuation, sector trends, and execution outlook.Analysis Article • Nov 14
Is Reckitt Benckiser Group (LON:RKT) A Risky Investment?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Narrative Update • Nov 05
RKT: Future Performance Will Reflect Balanced Outlook Amid Adjusted Earnings Expectations
Analysts have raised their price target for Reckitt Benckiser Group from £55.55 to £56.47, citing slight revisions to revenue growth and profit margin expectations, as well as updated fair value estimates. Analyst Commentary Recent street research shows a mixed but generally constructive outlook from analysts regarding Reckitt Benckiser Group.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analyst Commentary Highlights Mixed Views as Reckitt Benckiser Updates Guidance and Maintains Valuation
Reckitt Benckiser Group’s consensus analyst price target was revised downward to 5,555 GBp from 5,920 GBp. This change reflects analysts’ caution amid mixed signals about growth prospects and market positioning. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst activity surrounding Reckitt Benckiser Group provides a balanced perspective, with both upward and downward revisions to price targets.Narrative Update • Oct 08
India And China Health And Hygiene Trends Will Spark Opportunity
Analysts have modestly increased their price target for Reckitt Benckiser Group, raising fair value by approximately £0.59 to £60.33. This change is due to slightly improved revenue growth expectations and continued sector stability.Analysis Article • Sep 20
Returns On Capital Are A Standout For Reckitt Benckiser Group (LON:RKT)
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Aug 21
An Intrinsic Calculation For Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (LON:RKT) Suggests It's 48% Undervalued
LSE:RKT 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Reckitt Benckiser Group's Fair Values from the Community and select...Analysis Article • Aug 06
Reckitt Benckiser Group's (LON:RKT) Soft Earnings Are Actually Better Than They Appear
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc's ( LON:RKT ) stock was strong despite it releasing a soft earnings report last week...Analysis Article • Aug 04
Reckitt Benckiser Group's (LON:RKT) Dividend Will Be £0.844
The board of Reckitt Benckiser Group plc ( LON:RKT ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of £0.844 per share on...Analysis Article • Jun 13
We Think Reckitt Benckiser Group (LON:RKT) Might Have The DNA Of A Multi-Bagger
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Firstly, we'd want to identify a...
New Narrative • Mar 09
Focus On Emerging Markets And High-Margin Categories Will Strengthen Future Prospects
The company aims to reduce fixed costs through digital and AI measures to expand operating margins while exiting underperforming segments to focus on high-growth areas.Shareholder Returns
| RKT | GB Household Products | GB Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -4.0% | -0.7% | -0.3% |
| 1Y | -13.5% | -8.3% | 18.4% |
Return vs Industry: RKT underperformed the UK Household Products industry which returned -8.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: RKT underperformed the UK Market which returned 18.4% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| RKT volatility | |
|---|---|
| RKT Average Weekly Movement | 4.2% |
| Household Products Industry Average Movement | 4.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 5.7% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in GB Market | 11.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in GB Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: RKT has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the UK market.
Volatility Over Time: RKT's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1819 | 36,200 | Kris Licht | www.reckitt.com |
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 Biofreeze, Gaviscon, Mucinex, Nurofen, Delsym, Cepacol, and Strepsils names. It also provides personal care products under Clearasil and Veet brand names; vitamins, minerals, and supplements under MegaRed, Airborne, Digestive-Advantage, Movefree, and neuriva names; stain removal under Vanish brand name; and disinfectant products under the Finish, Harpic, and Lysol brands.
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc Fundamentals Summary
| RKT fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | UK£28.66b |
| Earnings (TTM) | UK£3.20b |
| Revenue (TTM) | UK£14.21b |
9.0x
P/E Ratio2.0x
P/S RatioIs RKT overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| RKT income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | UK£14.21b |
| Cost of Revenue | UK£5.57b |
| Gross Profit | UK£8.63b |
| Other Expenses | UK£5.44b |
| Earnings | UK£3.20b |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
Jul 29, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 5.01 |
| Gross Margin | 60.78% |
| Net Profit Margin | 22.51% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 106.0% |
How did RKT perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
4.7%
Current Dividend Yield43%
Payout RatioDoes RKT pay a reliable dividends?
See RKT dividend history and benchmarks| Reckitt Benckiser Group dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | Apr 09 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 12 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 54 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 10 days |
Does RKT pay a reliable dividends?
See RKT dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/01 04:51 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc is covered by 35 analysts. 18 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Juan Rios Peris | Banco Santander |
| Iain Simpson | Barclays |
| Warren Ackerman | Barclays |