Procter & Gamble (PG) Reports 2.5% Stock Dip on Soft Outlook

Procter & Gamble (PG) shares declined by 2.5% in early trading after the company reported net sales of $21.2 billion, which is a 2% increase from the previous year but below the $21.34 billion estimate. The company issued soft guidance for the new fiscal year, projecting organic sales growth of 1% to 3% and earnings per share between $6.89 and $7.11. Analysts had expected fiscal year 2027 organic revenue growth of 2.44% and core earnings per share of $7.02. This cautious outlook indicates potential challenges for P&G as consumers remain cautious amid high inflation, which investors should monitor closely.