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PZ Cussons slips on UK consumer caution

The consumer goods company said that price inflation and a lack of wage growth has made consumers more price sensitive
September 27, 2017

PZ Cussons (PZC) is one of many UK companies to feel the pinch, as cost inflation outstrips wage growth. Management warned that these factors, in conjunction with broader economic uncertainty, have caused UK consumers to shop cautiously. Recently launched products in the washing and bathing division have been well received, but volumes have been highly sensitive to price point and discounting.

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