THE WHAT? PZ Cussons delivered revenue and profit growth in FY26, supported by growth across its lead markets and top brands, alongside an improved performance from St.Tropez in North America.
THE DETAILS For the year ended 31 May 2026, PZ Cussons reported revenue of £541.4 million, up 5.4%, with like-for-like growth of 5.8%. Adjusted operating profit increased 8.4% to £59.5 million; excluding the now-sold PZ Wilmar joint venture, adjusted operating profit rose 24.5%. The group said each of its top ten brands delivered growth during the year. Within beauty, PZ Cussons highlighted early progress from its refreshed strategy for self-tanning brand St.Tropez, which returned to growth in its key North American market.
THE WHY? The return to growth at St.Tropez is an important indicator for PZ Cussons’ beauty portfolio following efforts to reposition the brand. Combined with growth across the group’s leading brands, the results suggest its strategy of concentrating investment behind stronger brands and priority markets is beginning to deliver
Source: PZ Cussons
