Procter & Gamble earnings top estimates, but shrinking demand weighs on sales

News Brief: Procter & Gamble Q2 2026 Results

Summary

Procter & Gamble reported mixed quarterly results, beating earnings estimates but missing on revenue. Demand declined for key products like razors and diapers. The company lowered its full-year EPS growth forecast while maintaining its sales outlook, expressing optimism for a stronger second half.

Key Points

  • Earnings Beat, Revenue Miss: Adjusted EPS was $1.88 vs. $1.86 expected. Revenue was $22.21B vs. $22.28B expected.
  • Lowered Guidance: Revised fiscal 2026 EPS growth to 1%-6% from 3%-9%, citing higher restructuring charges.
  • Demand Weakness: Overall volume fell 1%. Baby, feminine & family care segment volume dropped 5%; grooming (Gillette) fell 2%.
  • Bright Spot: Beauty segment (hair care) volume grew 3%.
  • Management Outlook: CFO called Q2 the “softest quarter,” expecting stronger H2 sales from innovation.
  • Stock Reaction: Shares rose over 2% on optimistic forward commentary.

新闻简报:宝洁公司2026财年第二季度业绩

总结

宝洁公司公布了喜忧参半的季度业绩,每股收益超出预期,但营收未达预期。其剃须刀和纸尿裤等关键产品需求下降。公司下调了全年每股收益增长预期,但维持销售展望,并对下半年表现转强表示乐观。

关键点

  • 收益超预期,营收未达标:调整后每股收益为1.88美元,预期1.86美元;营收为222.1亿美元,预期222.8亿美元。
  • 下调业绩指引:将2026财年每股收益增长预期从3%-9%下调至1%-6%,原因是重组费用增加。
  • 需求疲软:总体销量下降1%。婴儿、女性及家庭护理部门销量骤降5%;剃须护理部门(吉列)销量下降2%。
  • 亮点:美容部门(护发产品)销量增长3%。
  • 管理层展望:首席财务官称第二季度是财年”最疲软的季度”,预计下半年创新将推动销售走强。
  • 市场反应:基于对前景的乐观评论,股价早盘上涨超过2%。

Original Article Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/22/procter-gamble-pg-q2-2026-earnings.html

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