Unilever issues solid half-year progress update

Consumer goods group Unilever reported H1 turnover rose 0.5% to EUR25.60 billion, with underlying sales up 4.8% and volumes 4.2% higher. Q2 growth accelerated to 5.8%, including 5.5% volume growth. Underlying operating profit increased 0.9% to EUR5.20 billion. Unilever raised its 2026 outlook, expecting full-year underlying sales growth of 4%-6%, supported by Power Brands and emerging markets. (Unilever)