Consumer Defensive

Companies involved in the manufacture of food and beverages, household and personal care products, packaging and tobacco. The sector also includes firms providing education and training services. UK‑listed companies in this sector include Unilever plc, Diageo plc, Associated British Foods plc, Imperial Brands plc, Smurfit Kappa plc and Pearson plc.

Likewise CEO Tony Brewer on supply chain, growth and logistics investment

Likewise Group CEO Tony Brewer outlines how the company is managing supply pressures, investing in logistics capacity, and building on strong sales growth into 2026...

Likewise adds second Yorkshire distribution centre

Likewise has bought a second Yorkshire distribution centre for £3m to increase capacity, improve logistics planning and support future growth...

Palm oil prices gain as market drivers turn supportive

Palm oil futures rose as stronger rival oils, firmer crude and a weaker ringgit outweighed softer Malaysian export data...

UK-made demand builds investor interest in manufacturing

Rising demand for British-made goods is improving the investment case for UK manufacturers with clear domestic production credentials...

Reckitt hosting “Focus On: Digital Science” investor seminar today

Reckitt will host its latest “Focus On” investor seminar, highlighting how its digital and R&D teams use proprietary data, predictive science and generative AI to accelerate innovation and productivity. The..

Likewise builds scale as flooring market opportunity expands

Likewise Group is expanding capacity, improving margins and investing in its UK distribution platform as it targets further revenue growth...

Imperial Brands maintains FY26 guidance after mixed first half

Imperial Brands delivered higher adjusted earnings and strong cash generation in the first half of 2026, with continued growth in next generation products and ongoing share buybacks. The company said..

Dekel Agri-Vision launches bookbuild for new €13.3m bond

Dekel Agri-Vision has begun the bookbuild process for a new six-year €13.3 million bond that will refinance existing debt and improve cash flow flexibility as the company pursues additional financing..

Dekel Agri-Vision reports strong April palm oil production growth

Dekel Agri-Vision said April CPO production rose 43.6% year-on-year at its Ayenouan palm oil project, supported by strong high-season volumes and robust pricing...

Likewise advances towards larger UK flooring platform

Likewise Group is increasing sales, profit and distribution capacity as it works towards a larger UK flooring platform...

Diageo maintains FY26 outlook as regional trends diverge in Q3

Third-quarter results showed slight organic growth, driven by gains in Europe and emerging markets, while North America remained weak. The company reiterated full-year guidance and highlighted progress on cost savings..

Palm oil climbs on Malaysia biodiesel demand expectations

Palm oil climbs on expectations of stronger Malaysian biodiesel demand, with supply and external markets still shaping the outlook...

Palm oil price moves put commodity exposure back in view

Palm oil prices are rising as edible oil strength, crude prices and currency moves support demand, creating opportunities for producers and cost pressure for buyers...

Likewise Group sets AGM date for June 2026 and confirms Annual Report release

The company will hold its AGM on 17 June 2026 in Birmingham, following the release of its 2025 Annual Report on 1 May. Shareholders are advised to vote by proxy..

Likewise Group FY25 Results Highlight Ongoing Growth Momentum, Zeus

Likewise Group FY25 results show strong revenue growth, improving margins and continued market share gains, according to latest Zeus research note insights...

Warpaint London delivers record revenue and strong cash growth in 2025

Warpaint London reported record revenue, improved margins, and a stronger debt-free balance sheet in 2025, supported by brand acquisitions, online growth, and expanding retail partnerships...

Likewise Group FY25 revenue rises 9% as 2026 trading starts strongly

Likewise Group reported FY25 revenue of £163.1m and underlying profit before tax of £3.1m, with early 2026 sales up 15% and further investment planned to support growth...

Likewise Q1 2026 Trading Update Shows Strong Sales Momentum, Zeus

Likewise delivered strong Q1 2026 sales growth, with Zeus highlighting market share gains, logistics investment and capacity for further expansion...

Sainsbury’s reports FY 2025/26 results with grocery sales up 5.2%

Sainsbury’s said grocery sales rose 5.2% in the 52 weeks ended 28 February 2026, while retail underlying operating profit was £1.025 billion and statutory profit after tax increased to £393..

Reckitt Benckiser reports Q1 2026 growth and keeps full-year outlook unchanged

Reckitt reported Q1 2026 like-for-like net revenue growth of 0.6% for the group and 1.3% for Core Reckitt, with strong emerging markets performance partly offset by weak seasonal OTC demand,..
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Likewise CEO Tony Brewer on supply chain, growth and logistics investment

Likewise Group CEO Tony Brewer outlines how the company is managing supply pressures, investing in logistics capacity, and building on strong sales growth into 2026...

Likewise adds second Yorkshire distribution centre

Likewise has bought a second Yorkshire distribution centre for £3m to increase capacity, improve logistics planning and support future growth...

Palm oil prices gain as market drivers turn supportive

Palm oil futures rose as stronger rival oils, firmer crude and a weaker ringgit outweighed softer Malaysian export data...

UK-made demand builds investor interest in manufacturing

Rising demand for British-made goods is improving the investment case for UK manufacturers with clear domestic production credentials...

Reckitt hosting “Focus On: Digital Science” investor seminar today

Reckitt will host its latest “Focus On” investor seminar, highlighting how its digital and R&D teams use proprietary data, predictive science and generative AI to accelerate innovation and productivity. The event begins at 15:00 BST and will be led by Chief R&D Officer Angela Naef, alongside senior finance, technology and AI leaders...

Likewise builds scale as flooring market opportunity expands

Likewise Group is expanding capacity, improving margins and investing in its UK distribution platform as it targets further revenue growth...

Imperial Brands maintains FY26 guidance after mixed first half

Imperial Brands delivered higher adjusted earnings and strong cash generation in the first half of 2026, with continued growth in next generation products and ongoing share buybacks. The company said it remains on track to meet full-year guidance despite macroeconomic uncertainty...

Dekel Agri-Vision launches bookbuild for new €13.3m bond

Dekel Agri-Vision has begun the bookbuild process for a new six-year €13.3 million bond that will refinance existing debt and improve cash flow flexibility as the company pursues additional financing and strategic initiatives...

Dekel Agri-Vision reports strong April palm oil production growth

Dekel Agri-Vision said April CPO production rose 43.6% year-on-year at its Ayenouan palm oil project, supported by strong high-season volumes and robust pricing...

Likewise advances towards larger UK flooring platform

Likewise Group is increasing sales, profit and distribution capacity as it works towards a larger UK flooring platform...

Diageo maintains FY26 outlook as regional trends diverge in Q3

Third-quarter results showed slight organic growth, driven by gains in Europe and emerging markets, while North America remained weak. The company reiterated full-year guidance and highlighted progress on cost savings and strategic changes...

Palm oil climbs on Malaysia biodiesel demand expectations

Palm oil climbs on expectations of stronger Malaysian biodiesel demand, with supply and external markets still shaping the outlook...

Palm oil price moves put commodity exposure back in view

Palm oil prices are rising as edible oil strength, crude prices and currency moves support demand, creating opportunities for producers and cost pressure for buyers...

Likewise Group sets AGM date for June 2026 and confirms Annual Report release

The company will hold its AGM on 17 June 2026 in Birmingham, following the release of its 2025 Annual Report on 1 May. Shareholders are advised to vote by proxy and review documents online...

Likewise Group FY25 Results Highlight Ongoing Growth Momentum, Zeus

Likewise Group FY25 results show strong revenue growth, improving margins and continued market share gains, according to latest Zeus research note insights...

Warpaint London delivers record revenue and strong cash growth in 2025

Warpaint London reported record revenue, improved margins, and a stronger debt-free balance sheet in 2025, supported by brand acquisitions, online growth, and expanding retail partnerships...

Likewise Group FY25 revenue rises 9% as 2026 trading starts strongly

Likewise Group reported FY25 revenue of £163.1m and underlying profit before tax of £3.1m, with early 2026 sales up 15% and further investment planned to support growth...

Likewise Q1 2026 Trading Update Shows Strong Sales Momentum, Zeus

Likewise delivered strong Q1 2026 sales growth, with Zeus highlighting market share gains, logistics investment and capacity for further expansion...

Sainsbury’s reports FY 2025/26 results with grocery sales up 5.2%

Sainsbury’s said grocery sales rose 5.2% in the 52 weeks ended 28 February 2026, while retail underlying operating profit was £1.025 billion and statutory profit after tax increased to £393 million...

Reckitt Benckiser reports Q1 2026 growth and keeps full-year outlook unchanged

Reckitt reported Q1 2026 like-for-like net revenue growth of 0.6% for the group and 1.3% for Core Reckitt, with strong emerging markets performance partly offset by weak seasonal OTC demand, softer Europe categories and disruption in the Middle East...
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