Newell Brands' productivity initiatives and strategic actions are driving efficiency and profitability. In the first quarter of 2026, normalized gross margin improved 70 basis points to 33.2% as gross productivity and net pricing more than offset inflation, tariff costs, and lower volume. Normalized operating margin improved 30 basis points to 4.8%, reflecting disciplined cost management even with higher advertising and promotion spending. For 2026, management maintained its normalized operating margin outlook of 8.6% to 9.2% and expects productivity, selective pricing, and targeted promotion actions to help offset a higher commodity and transportation cost outlook. The company is also executing organizational realignment to strengthen front-end commercial capabilities, sharpen consumer insights, and improve accountability.
Newell Brands IncNet pricing and productivity improvements drove margin expansion and maintained operating margin outlook
