Unilever (UL) Soars 3.03% on Clear's Global Launch, Legal Challenges

Unilever's stock rose 3.03% in pre-market trading on April 22, 2025, reflecting positive market sentiment towards the company's recent developments and strategic initiatives.

Unilever's professional anti-dandruff brand, Clear, has launched its first global head skin research series. This series is the result of a decade of research involving five global labs and over 200 experts, focusing on addressing the three major scalp issues: oil, dandruff, and sensitivity. The new "cell-level hair care technology matrix" aims to build scalp health from the root.

Unilever is also facing legal challenges from the Ben & Jerry's Foundation, which has sued the company for attempting to dissolve its board and end its progressive social activities. The foundation alleges that Unilever's actions are in retaliation for its lawsuits and social justice initiatives. This legal dispute could impact Unilever's reputation and potentially affect its stock performance.