LSE:ULVR 3 March 2026 - 12 June 2026

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 rises, but oil and rate fears keep London on edge
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UK stock market today: FTSE 100 rises, but oil and rate fears keep London on edge

The FTSE 100 rose 0.3% to 10,254.8 on Wednesday, while the FTSE 250 gained 0.5%, led by energy and consumer staples. WH Smith plunged 16.2% after slashing profit guidance and announcing an equity raise. UK 10-year gilt yields climbed to 4.94% ahead of the Bank of England’s June 18 meeting. Banks fell, with HSBC and Standard Chartered down over 1% after China tightened capital controls.
June 10, 2026
Unilever Down After €1.5B Buyback, Focus on Margins
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Unilever Down After €1.5B Buyback, Focus on Margins

Unilever shares fell 0.57% to 4,164p in late London trading Monday, trimming gains after a €1.5 billion share buyback completed Friday. The company recently agreed to merge its Foods business with McCormick, targeting a $20 billion global flavours group. Global stocks slipped as Middle East unrest pushed oil prices higher. Unilever kept its full-year growth target at the lower end of its 4% to 6% range.
June 8, 2026
Unilever dips as break-up faces new hurdle
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Unilever dips as break-up faces new hurdle

Unilever shares fell nearly 1% in early London trading Wednesday, underperforming the FTSE 100. Investors weighed ongoing cost pressures and restructuring moves, including the planned Foods business combination with McCormick. Unilever reported 3.8% underlying sales growth in Q1 but expects full-year cost inflation of up to €900 million. A €1.5 billion share buyback began April 30.
May 20, 2026
Unilever Shares Edge Up After Jefferies Warning, CEO Pay and Buybacks Back in Focus
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Unilever Shares Edge Up After Jefferies Warning, CEO Pay and Buybacks Back in Focus

Unilever shares rose 1.4% to 4,316 pence in early London trading Tuesday, outpacing the FTSE 100. The move followed a regulatory filing showing CEO Fernando Fernandez and CFO Srinivas Phatak received share awards worth about £4.9 million and £2.75 million, respectively. Jefferies cut its target price on the stock, citing activist pressure and ongoing portfolio changes.
May 19, 2026
Unilever Shares Up as Magnum Sale Chatter Puts Focus on Break-Up Talk
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Unilever Shares Up as Magnum Sale Chatter Puts Focus on Break-Up Talk

Unilever shares rose 0.12% to 4,212 pence in early London trade Monday, outperforming a weaker FTSE 100, as investors considered private equity interest in its former ice-cream unit Magnum. Jefferies analyst David Hayes cut his Unilever target price to £37, citing doubts about volume growth and U.S. sales trends. Unilever reported 3.8% underlying sales growth in its last update and expects up to €900 million in cost inflation this year.
May 18, 2026
Unilever’s McCormick Deal Gets Awkward After Terry Smith Walks Away
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Unilever’s McCormick Deal Gets Awkward After Terry Smith Walks Away

Fundsmith, led by Terry Smith, has sold its entire Unilever stake, citing concerns over the company’s planned $44.8 billion food business merger with McCormick. Unilever shareholders approved all AGM resolutions, including Nelson Peltz’s re-election, but will not vote on the McCormick deal. Unilever shares rose 0.18% in London morning trade. The transaction is expected to close by mid-2027, pending approvals.
May 15, 2026
Unilever’s $45 Billion McCormick Deal Faces Fresh Investor Heat After Terry Smith Exit
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Unilever’s $45 Billion McCormick Deal Faces Fresh Investor Heat After Terry Smith Exit

Unilever shareholders approved all 21 resolutions at the annual meeting, re-electing CEO Fernando Fernandez and activist Nelson Peltz. Fundsmith’s Terry Smith sold his Unilever stake, citing concerns over the $44.8 billion food business merger with McCormick. Shares fell 0.42% in London morning trading as investors reacted to the portfolio overhaul.
May 14, 2026
Unilever Shares Slip as Strong Volumes Meet a Fresh McCormick Deal Test
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Unilever Shares Slip as Strong Volumes Meet a Fresh McCormick Deal Test

Unilever shares fell 0.67% to GBX 4,247 in London by late morning after Fundsmith Equity Fund exited its stake, citing concerns over management’s focus following the McCormick food transaction. First-quarter underlying sales rose 3.8% with 2.9% volume growth, but full-year guidance remains at the low end of the target range. Turnover dropped 3.3% due to currency effects and weak European sales.
May 13, 2026
Unilever PLC’s $65 Billion McCormick Deal Faces Fresh ESG Investor Pressure
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Unilever PLC’s $65 Billion McCormick Deal Faces Fresh ESG Investor Pressure

Some Unilever investors are demanding strict sustainability and deforestation standards for the $65 billion foods merger with McCormick & Co. McCormick would control a larger supply chain with greater exposure to agricultural risks. Unilever says 97% of its key commodities were deforestation-free in 2025, while McCormick is updating its sustainability program. The deal is expected to close by mid-2027.
May 9, 2026
Unilever PLC Price Hikes Are Back: Dove Maker Beats Forecasts, Then Flags Cost Squeeze
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Unilever PLC Price Hikes Are Back: Dove Maker Beats Forecasts, Then Flags Cost Squeeze

Unilever reported first-quarter underlying sales growth of 3.8%, beating forecasts as volume rose 2.9%. The company plans selective price increases in the second half of 2026 due to higher costs linked to the Iran war, with inflation now expected at up to 900 million euros for the year. Shares rose 2.56% on Friday. Finance chief Srinivas Phatak said price hikes could reach 3% if cost pressures persist.
May 2, 2026
Unilever Stock Watch: Nigeria Profit Jump Puts Spotlight on April 30 Q1 Test
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Unilever Stock Watch: Nigeria Profit Jump Puts Spotlight on April 30 Q1 Test

Unilever Nigeria reported a 26% rise in quarterly revenue to 59.17 billion naira, led by strong foods sales. Unilever PLC’s shares rose 1.15% in London ahead of the group’s April 30 first-quarter statement. The Nigerian unit remains majority-owned by Unilever Overseas Holdings BV. The parent company recently agreed to merge its foods business with McCormick, securing $15.7 billion in cash and 65% equity in the new entity.
April 25, 2026
Unilever PLC Stock Falls Again as Food Spin-Off Talk, Kraft Heinz Talks Rattle Investors
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Unilever PLC Stock Falls Again as Food Spin-Off Talk, Kraft Heinz Talks Rattle Investors

Unilever shares fell further Thursday after reports the company is considering spinning off its food business and ended talks with Kraft Heinz over a possible tie-up. The food unit generated €12.9 billion in 2025 sales, over a quarter of group revenue. Investors worry another carve-out could distract CEO Fernando Fernandez, who is still managing the recent ice-cream demerger. Unilever declined to comment.
March 19, 2026
Unilever PLC Stock Price Falls as Oil Volatility Rekindles Margin Fears
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Unilever PLC Stock Price Falls as Oil Volatility Rekindles Margin Fears

Unilever shares fell 1.37% to 4,840 pence in London Wednesday, tracking a weaker FTSE 100 as oil prices rose above $90 a barrel. The stock trades about 13% below its December peak despite a planned €1.5 billion buyback. Unilever expects 2026 sales growth at the low end of its target range, with margins under pressure from rising input costs. A regulatory filing disclosed new performance-share awards for top executives.
March 11, 2026
Unilever stock slides in London as oil spike rattles markets; April update in focus
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Unilever stock slides in London as oil spike rattles markets; April update in focus

Unilever shares fell 2% to 5,218p in early London trading Tuesday, tracking a broader selloff as oil and gas prices surged. Brent crude rose 2.3% to $79.50, while the STOXX 600 dropped 1.3% amid Middle East tensions. Unilever closed Monday down 2.58% at £53.26, underperforming the FTSE 100. Investors await Unilever’s April 30 trading statement for updates on pricing and volumes.
March 3, 2026
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