New York, Jan 11, 2026, 11:34 EST — Market closed
- Procter & Gamble shares edged up 0.24% on Friday, trailing the S&P 500’s 0.65% gain. 1
- U.S. CPI figures for December will be released Jan. 13 at 8:30 a.m. ET, with November retail sales set to come out the next day, Jan. 14. 2
- P&G will report fiscal second-quarter results on Jan. 22 at 8:30 a.m. ET. 3
Procter & Gamble (PG) shares ended Friday roughly 0.2% higher, closing at $141.87. The modest gain kept the consumer-staples giant essentially flat heading into the weekend.
This is crucial now since the next market move will probably hinge on interest rates. Even a slight change in inflation expectations can nudge Treasury yields and shake up “defensive” stocks — the reliable earners investors turn to when growth feels uncertain.
P&G occupies a central spot in that dynamic. The company sells everyday essentials, and its earnings often influence investor views on pricing power within the staples sector.
Staples saw a boost Friday. The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) climbed roughly 1%, with Colgate-Palmolive up 0.7% and Clorox jumping 1.9%.
Over the weekend, CNBC’s Jim Cramer weighed in on P&G, labeling it a “complicated, unloved stock.” He added that the new CEO “has the opportunity to shake things up.” 4
P&G appointed insider Shailesh Jejurikar as chief executive starting Jan. 1, the company announced in a filing. Jon Moeller will step into the role of executive chairman. 5
Investors will focus on clear signs around volume and pricing when the company reports later this month. Volume reflects unit demand, showing if customers are actually buying more items rather than just paying higher prices. Price/mix sums up gains from increased prices and customers opting for premium versions.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has the Consumer Price Index set for Tuesday, followed by the Producer Price Index on Wednesday, according to its January schedule. 6
Retail sales for November are set for release on Jan. 14, according to the Census Bureau’s schedule. This will offer a snapshot of consumer spending as 2025 wrapped up. 7
Earnings season kicks into gear this week as major banks and key bellwethers report, delivering results that could shift risk appetite—even among slow-growth staples. 8
The setup works both ways. Hotter inflation readings could push yields higher, weighing on dividend-heavy consumer stocks. Signs that shoppers are trading down would also cast doubt on the pricing story.
P&G announced it will webcast a discussion of its fiscal second-quarter earnings on Jan. 22 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Traders are eyeing this as the next key catalyst for the stock. 9
