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Oil-related Cost Headwind

PROCTER & GAMBLE Co · 2026-11-06 · Importance 32 · Surprise 24

Management warned that raw-material, energy, and freight costs are rising, with the Middle East conflict identified as a particular pressure. The article says P&G’s gross margin has already slipped and that these costs are expected to significantly affect fiscal 2027 earnings per share. P&G plans to raise prices and pursue productivity savings to offset the cost pressure.

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