Procter & Gamble stock rose on Wednesday after the consumer-staples company reported fiscal second-quarter sales and earnings that surpassed Wall Street expectations. Shares of Procter & Gamble were up 3% to $166.

Shares of household products giant Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) were gaining today after the maker of Crest toothpaste and Gillette razors posted another solid earnings report, edging out analyst estimates.

Procter & Gamble beat second-quarter results estimates on Wednesday, driven by growing demand for its household items such as Pantene shampoos and Tide detergents as product innovations across price tiers helped lure more U.

The organic sales gain included a 3% increase for the Health Care segment. Oral Care organic sales increased low single digits, driven by product mix from premium innovation. Personal Health Care organic sales increased low single digits due to volume growth and pricing, partially offset by unfavorable product mix.

Procter & Gamble topped expectations in fiscal 2025's Q2 with strong revenue figures, but it continues to face challenges with supply chain costs.

Procter & Gamble is trading near the top of the Dow Wednesday after the consumer staples giant beat expectations for its fiscal 2025 second quarter.

Key Takeaways Procter & Gamble posted fiscal 2025 second-quarter net sales above analysts' expectations.The company's Baby, Feminine & Family Care segment saw sales rise 3%.Shares of the Tide and Pampers parent rose 3% Wednesday following the results.