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Haleon plc(HLN)

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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for HLN

09/24/2026: HLN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Haleon plc is a prominent independent consumer healthcare company known for a portfolio of globally trusted brands such as Sensodyne and Advil. The company’s primary strengths include its strong market position in essential health segments and consistent, recurring revenue streams. Its main investment story centers on leveraging these high-trust brands to capture growth in emerging markets and through product innovation. Risks include a significant debt burden from its recent spin-off, intense competition from lower-priced private labels, and regulatory scrutiny over health products. Haleon may suit income-focused and lower-risk investors looking for stable exposure to the healthcare staples sector, though investors should monitor debt reduction progress and competitive market share trends.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitHaleon is a mature consumer company and is more likely to provide steady, moderate growth rather than explosive expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically exhibits lower beta and steady performance rather than the high volatility required for momentum trading.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable multiples relative to its stable cash flows and brand power.
Dividend investorStrong fitHaleon is a consumer staple stock that offers reliable dividend income and stable business operations.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe essential nature of its healthcare products provides a degree of recession resistance and lower volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock is generally less volatile than the broader market due to its consumer-staples nature.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors must ensure they do not overpay for stable growth, as multiple compression can impact returns.
Competition risk (Retail Consumer Goods)Medium / highIntense competition from private labels and major conglomerates threatens market share.
Business qualityStrongThe company owns highly recognized global brands with strong recurring revenue profiles.
Dividend incomeMediumWhile consistent, dividends are subject to board approval and the company's deleveraging goals.
Execution riskMediumThe company must successfully navigate global supply chains and regulatory environments to maintain margins.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -20.99%
Avg. Invested days 34
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
HLN receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
HLN has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+13.1%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 17.9%) are partially offset by slightly negative revenue growth (-1.8%), very low insider ownership of 0.01%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
HLN's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $2.0B (17.9% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is HLN's strongest growth driver at +13.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-1.8%, slightly negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-3.9%, slightly negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 13.7% and approximately 100.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.01%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Dodge & Cox 3.41%
FMR Inc 2.59%
ClearBridge Advisors, LLC 0.72%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 0.44%
Harris Associates L.P. 0.38%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
HLN generates approximately $633 of gross profit, $219 of operating income, and $179 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 21.45%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
HLN has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 40.06B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 18.98
1Y Target Price 11.93
Price to earnings Ratio 18.98
1Y Target Price 11.93
Volume (30-day avg) 15.1M shares
Beta 0.24
52 Weeks Range 8.59 - 11.06
Updated Date 09/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 8.59 - 11.06
Updated Date 09/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.17%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.48

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Oral HealthSensodyne, Parodontax, and other dental hygiene products.Steady recurring revenue from daily-use oral hygiene products.
Pain ReliefAdvil, Panadol, and topical pain treatments.High-demand essential healthcare items that drive frequent consumer purchases.
Respiratory & Digestive HealthTheraflu, Otrivin, and Tums.Seasonal and acute healthcare demand generates reliable revenue streams.
VMS (Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements)Centrum and Emergen-C.Growth in wellness-focused consumer spending supports this segment.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 18.98
Forward PE 15.7
Enterprise Value 50.18B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.59
Enterprise Value 50.18B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.59
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.37
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.36
Shares Outstanding 4.40B
Shares Floating 4.43B
Shares Outstanding 4.40B
Shares Floating 4.43B
Percent Insiders 0.01
Percent Institutions 13.65

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Haleon plc

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2022-07-22
CEO & Executive Director Mr. Brian James McNamara
Sector Healthcare
Industry Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Full time employees 24535
Full time employees 24535

Haleon plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of various consumer healthcare products in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and the Asia Pacific. The company offers oral health products, such as toothpastes, mouth washes, and denture care products under the Sensodyne, Polident, Parodontax, and Biotene brands; and vitamins, minerals, and supplements under Centrum, Emergen-C, Caltrate brands. It also provides various over-the-counter products comprising nasal drops, and cold, flu, and allergy relief products under Theraflu, and Flonase brands for respiratory issues; and pain relief products under Voltaren, Panadol, and Advil brands; and antacids and antihistamine products under TUMS, ENO, and Fenistil brands for digestive health and other issues. Haleon plc has a collaboration agreement with Microsoft to scale digital, data and AI capabilities across the business and accelerate delivery of its global win as one strategy. Haleon plc was formerly known as DRVW 2022 plc and changed its name to Haleon plc in February 2022. The company was founded in 1715 and is headquartered in Weybridge, the United Kingdom.