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The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) is included among the 13 Best Consistent Dividend Stocks to Buy Now.
On October 27, Morgan Stanley reduced its price target on The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) from $180 to $175 while maintaining an Overweight rating on the stock, as reported by The Fly. The firm noted that while fiscal first-quarter results gave the company a solid start to FY26, growth comparisons for the upcoming quarter could be more challenging amid a tougher industry backdrop.
In fiscal Q1 2026, The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) reported net sales of $22.4 billion, up 3% from the same period last year. Organic sales, which exclude the effects of foreign exchange, acquisitions, and divestitures, grew by 2%. Diluted earnings per share came in at $1.95, up 21% year-over-year, largely reflecting higher restructuring charges in the prior year. Core EPS rose 3% to $1.99.
The company continued to deliver strong cash flow and consistent shareholder returns. Operating cash flow reached $5.4 billion, with net earnings of $4.8 billion for the quarter. Adjusted free cash flow productivity stood at 102%. Procter & Gamble returned $3.8 billion to shareholders through $2.55 billion in dividends and $1.25 billion in share repurchases.
The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) is a leading global consumer goods company known for producing a diverse portfolio of household and personal care brands.
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