Reckitt Benckiser dividend now reflected, shares trade steadily in London
27.06.2026 - 09:49:40 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Stefan Krueger, Long-Term & Business Model desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-27, 09:49.
Reckitt Benckiser Group (GB00B24CGK77) most recently paid a cash dividend of £1.278 per share, which was distributed to shareholders on 12 June 2026 according to Hargreaves Lansdown data.Hargreaves Lansdown dividend overview The stock is listed in London under the ticker RKT, where income investors closely track its yield.
What recent figures show
Hargreaves Lansdown reports an indicated dividend yield of 4.37 percent for Reckitt Benckiser based on the current payout level and share price on the London Stock Exchange.Hargreaves Lansdown share data The latest dividend of £1.278 per share went ex-dividend on 9 April 2026, with payment following on 12 June 2026 for registered shareholders.
The same data set places Reckitt Benckiser’s market capitalization around £31.31 billion, with a reported price-earnings ratio of 13.65 at the current quotation.Hargreaves Lansdown valuation metrics These metrics already incorporate the recent dividend distribution and thus reflect the post-payment valuation profile of the consumer goods group.
Long-term income profile
For income-focused investors, the combination of a mid-teens earnings multiple and a mid-single-digit dividend yield positions Reckitt Benckiser among established dividend payers in the European consumer staples universe, alongside peers such as Unilever and Nestlé.Peer comparison via Hargreaves Lansdown The regular cash distributions remain a central element of the stock’s long-term appeal.
With the June 2026 payment now completed, the next steps for investors are to monitor the company’s forthcoming capital allocation decisions and any adjustments to payout policy, which will influence the future trajectory of Reckitt Benckiser’s yield and valuation metrics.Reckitt Benckiser Investor Relations The London listing ensures that these developments are quickly priced into the shares.
Background and price data on Reckitt Benckiser Group
Further company news, price charts and regulatory disclosures on the Reckitt Benckiser shares are available in the dedicated topic section and on the group’s Investor Relations page.
How Reckitt Benckiser makes money
Reckitt Benckiser generates revenue primarily through branded consumer health, hygiene and nutrition products sold globally, with flagship brands such as Dettol disinfectant, Nurofen pain relief and Durex condoms occupying leading positions in their respective categories.Reckitt Benckiser brand overview These products are distributed through supermarkets, pharmacies and online channels across Europe, North America and emerging markets.
Where the shares trade today
The Reckitt Benckiser Group shares (GB00B24CGK77) last traded at around 4,843.00 pence on the London Stock Exchange, with the previous close at 4,827.00 pence and an indicated market capitalization of about £31.31 billion, according to Hargreaves Lansdown data.Hargreaves Lansdown share quote The quotation and market cap figures are as of the latest trading update on that platform.
Reckitt Benckiser Group at a glance
- Company: Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
- ISIN: GB00B24CGK77
- WKN: A0MWD3
- Ticker: RKT
- Trading venue: London Stock Exchange
- Price (as of 2026-06-25, 16:01): 4,843.00 pence
- Market cap: £31.31 billion (as of 2026-06-25)
- Sector / industry: Consumer Staples / Household & Personal Products
- Index membership: FTSE 100
- Next earnings date: not officially scheduled
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell securities, or a solicitation of any transaction. All data are based on publicly available sources believed to be reliable at the time of publication, but cannot be guaranteed for accuracy or completeness.
