Haleon has seen underlying first quarter sales grow by 3.5% (3.2% expected) to £2.9bn. This growth was mainly driven by higher prices at 2.4%, with volume and mix also making a positive contribution.
Revenue was up in all regions and categories, with emerging markets adding 6.5%, led by a strong performance in India.
Full-year guidance has been reiterated. Organic revenue growth of 4-6% is expected, with higher growth expected in underlying operating profit.
The group is on track to complete the £500mn share buyback announced for 2025.
The shares fell 1.4% in early trading.
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