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Unilever's strong performance in 2025, with over 10% gains, contrasts sharply with the S&P 500's nearly 9% loss, highlighting its defensive appeal. Fresh CEO Fernando Fernandez does not expect Unilever to be materially affected by tariffs, thanks to flexible supply chains and international diversification. 58% of Unilever's revenue comes from emerging markets, holding significant foreign currency risks.

Unilever's GAP 2030 strategy focuses on growth, premium segments, and operational efficiency, leading to improved margins and market share recovery in 2024. The company's restructured business model, organized by category, enhances focus and efficiency, with strong performance in the Beauty & Wellbeing and Personal Care segments. Despite competitive pressures and external risks, Unilever's robust presence in emerging markets and strategic focus on top brands drive growth potential.

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If tomorrow is another Black Monday, it could mean an 8,000 point wipe out for the Dow.

Ben Cohen launches long-shot bid to buy back ice cream brand he created with Jerry Greenfield in 1978.

Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR) has acquired Wild, the refillable natural deodorant brand, in a deal believed to value the company at around £230 million. It is widely reported the transaction has earned its co-founders, Charlie Bowes-Lyon and Freddy Ward, a combined sum close to £100 million, though financial terms have not been officially disclosed.

Citi has trimmed its near-term forecasts for Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR), warning that the consumer goods giant faces a sluggish first half, but it maintains the long-term investment case remains intact. The US bank now expects first-quarter organic sales growth (OSG) of 2.5%, down 40 basis points, citing weak demand in developed markets and a subdued pricing environment in South-East Asia.

Unilever said on Thursday it will sell its plant-based meat brand The Vegetarian Butcher to Netherlands-based Vivera.

Ben & Jerry's accused its parent company, Unilever, of ousting its CEO, court documents show. Ben & Jerry's suit against Unilever, which is ongoing, accused it in a new filing of silencing activism.

Ben & Jerry's said its parent, Unilever, decided to oust the ice cream maker's chief executive, Dave Stever, escalating a battle over the subsidiary's independence on social policy issues.