Haleon maintains 2026 outlook as US sales gain momentum

Haleon kept its 2026 outlook despite rising freight costs and a weak flu season. The firm expects US growth to accelerate following robust toothpaste sales.

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Haleon PLC shares fell 3.4% Wednesday morning after the consumer health firm warned that conflict in Iran is driving freight costs higher. The warning follows strikes involving Israel in late February that disrupted global supply chains for major consumer goods manufacturers. Investors are weighing Haleon's ability to maintain its 2026 profit outlook despite a 2.2% quarterly revenue growth miss.

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