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US Food & HPC Equity Research Summary

Introduction

Jefferies' report dated May 27, 2025, details a broad-based slowdown in US Food & Health Products Consumer (HPC) categories due to moderated pricing and consumer demand for better value. Despite expectations of modest US growth, results often fall below consensus. The report emphasizes high correlations between Nielsen data and company-reported growth.

General Observations

• Consumer Behavior: Ongoing slowdown across categories, with reduced growth in yogurt, RTD coffee, plant-based, and pet care. Creamers and private label products face significant declines.
• Anticipated Growth: Modestly positive forecasts but generally below market consensus, reflecting macroeconomic pressures.
• Nielsen Correlation: Strong alignment noted, particularly since mid-2023, with data tracks used to monitor trends.

Company Analysis

Danone

• Growth decelerated to -1.8% in May (from prior 0.6%); creamers decline worsens to -12% (loss of 320 bps market share). Yogurt slows to 4%, RTD coffee to 1%, all price-driven.
• Mild negative ratings, with EDP showing reduced sales momentum (-1.9% YoY).

Reckitt

• Neutral stance; overall growth -0.9% (compared to -2% prior). Respiratory declines by 2%, pain relief improves slighty. VMS stable at slight loss, hygiene shows muted decline with laundry volume improvement.

Haleon

• Neutral; growth at -0.5%, driven by oral care declines. Respiratory drops 2%, toothpaste grows 5% YoY. Strong correlation noted with Nielsen since mid-2023.

Unilever

• Neutral; sales growth slows to 4% YoY (from 6.3%). Beauty & Wellbeing declines, ice cream mild drop. Vulnerability to historical sales channels and price-volume dynamics.

Nestle

• Mild negative; sales growth -2.2% YoY. Beverage and nutrition segments affected; prep dishes decline. High historical correlation with Nielsen.

L'Oreal

• Neutral; sales volume slight boost offset by price erosion; cosmetics and hair care slumped. Slower category diffusion across products.

Beiersdorf

• Neutral; growth slows due to pricing moderation; skin care down, sun care improves. Data convergence with Nielsen noted to date.

Valuation and Risks

• Investment Ratings:
  • Buy: 2107 companies (60.46%).
  • Hold: 1224 companies (35.12%).
  • Underperform: 154 companies (4.42%).
• Downside Risk: Likelihood of total return erosion if historical Nielsen correlations persist, potentially affecting stock performance.

Conclusion

While some companies show slight defensive growth or niche improvements, overall sector pressures from consumers seeking value and moderation in pricing weigh on results. Future upside depends on channel-specific recaptures and end-market shifts.