P&G to prioritise innovation investment over bottom line
Molly InnesP&G reported a 4% drop in profits over the first quarter of its 2023 financial year, with gross profit reducing from $9.97bn (£8.86bn) in 2021 to $9.76bn (£8.67bn).
P&G reported a 4% drop in profits over the first quarter of its 2023 financial year, with gross profit reducing from $9.97bn (£8.86bn) in 2021 to $9.76bn (£8.67bn).
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