Skip Header
Important information: The value of investments can go down as well as up so you may get back less than you invest. Investors should note that the views expressed may no longer be current and may have already been acted upon. This is a third-party news feed and may not reflect Fidelity’s views.

Haleon H1 profits grow despite revenue contraction

(Sharecast News) - Consumer healthcare business Haleon said on Thursday that profits had grown in the six months ended 30 June, driven by solid H1 sales of its vitamins and oral health products. Haleon said adjusted operating profits had grown 11% to £1.29bn despite also reporting an 8% drop in interim revenue to £5.69bn. Organic revenue, on the other hand, grew 3.5%.

The London-listed firm said its improved profit showing was principally a result of lower cost inflation and productivity savings, as well as the closure of its Maidenhead site and continued "strong" momentum in oral health and vitamins, minerals and supplements.

Chief executive Brian McNamara said: "Haleon reported a good first half, with solid organic revenue growth and strong organic operating profit growth, demonstrating that our strategy is delivering.

"Looking ahead, we are well positioned to deliver on our full year organic revenue growth guidance and now expect high-single digit organic profit growth."

As of 1010 BST, Haleon shares were up 1.72% at 355.60p.

Reporting by Iain Gilbert at Sharecast.com

Share this article

Related Sharecast Articles

MicroSalt makes progress in expanding patent portfolio
(Sharecast News) - MicroSalt, which develops and supplies low-sodium, full-flavour salt, announced significant progress in expanding its global patent portfolio on Friday.
CMA accepts undertakings, clears Barratt acquisition of Redrow
(Sharecast News) - Barratt Developments announced on Friday that the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) had cleared its acquisition of Redrow, following a consultation on undertakings offered by both companies.
Anglo-Eastern takes full ownership of two Indonesian subsidiaries
(Sharecast News) - Anglo-Eastern Plantations announced on Friday that it has completed the acquisition of the remaining minority stakes in two of its Indonesian subsidiaries, further consolidating its ownership in the region.
Zigup CFO Philip Vincent resigns
(Sharecast News) - Zigup said on Friday that chief financial officer Philip Vincent has resigned to take on the same role at another business.

Important information: This information is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to one of Fidelity’s advisers or an authorised financial adviser of your choice. When you are thinking about investing in shares, it’s generally a good idea to consider holding them alongside other investments in a diversified portfolio of assets. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.

Award-winning online share dealing

Search, compare and select from thousands of shares.

Expert insights into investing your money

Our team of experts explore the world of share dealing.