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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Reckitt strikes deal worth up to £3.6bn to sell Cillit Bang business
Household goods giant Reckitt Benckiser has agreed a deal worth up to 4.8 billion US dollars (£3.6 billion) to sell its majority stake in its Cillit Bang and Calgon arm. Private equity firm Advent International will buy a 70% stake in Reckitt's essential home cleaning products business, which also includes brands such as Air Wick, Woolite, Resolve, Sole and Easy-Off, as well as around 75 other brands across more than 70 markets. Reckitt will keep a 30% stake in the essential home business after the sale, with up to 1.3 billion dollars (£968 million) deferred under the deal. The firm will also book around 800 million dollars (£596 million) in costs for splitting out the essential home division from the rest of the business. It expects to complete the deal by the end of the year. Kris Licht, Reckitt chief executive, said: 'We are executing our strategic plan at pace. 'The divestment of Essential Home represents a significant step forward in unlocking the substantial value in our business. 'This moves Reckitt towards becoming a simpler, more effective world-class consumer health and hygiene company and it will enable us to focus on a core portfolio of high-growth, high-margin power brands.' It put the essential home division, which accounts for 13% of group net revenues, up for sale last summer as part of a major overhaul. Mr Licht has been leading a plan to restructure Reckitt, unveiling aims last year to spin off its baby formula business, Mead Johnson, and sell the essential home division to focus on 'power brands', such as Durex condoms, Gaviscon antacid and Strepsils lozenges.
The Independent
5 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Reckitt strikes deal worth up to £3.6bn to sell Cillit Bang business
Household goods giant Reckitt Benckiser has agreed a deal worth up to 4.8 billion US dollars (£3.6 billion) to sell its majority stake in its Cillit Bang and Calgon arm. Private equity firm Advent International will buy a 70% stake in Reckitt's essential home cleaning products business, which also includes brands such as Air Wick, Woolite, Resolve, Sole and Easy-Off, as well as around 75 other brands across more than 70 markets. Reckitt will keep a 30% stake in the essential home business after the sale, with up to 1.3 billion dollars (£968 million) deferred under the deal. The firm will also book around 800 million dollars (£596 million) in costs for splitting out the essential home division from the rest of the business. It expects to complete the deal by the end of the year. Kris Licht, Reckitt chief executive, said: 'We are executing our strategic plan at pace. 'The divestment of Essential Home represents a significant step forward in unlocking the substantial value in our business. 'This moves Reckitt towards becoming a simpler, more effective world-class consumer health and hygiene company and it will enable us to focus on a core portfolio of high-growth, high-margin power brands.' It put the essential home division, which accounts for 13% of group net revenues, up for sale last summer as part of a major overhaul. Mr Licht has been leading a plan to restructure Reckitt, unveiling aims last year to spin off its baby formula business, Mead Johnson, and sell the essential home division to focus on 'power brands', such as Durex condoms, Gaviscon antacid and Strepsils lozenges.
Digital Trends
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam: The smart way to steam-clean
Your old mop just got outclassed. The Tineco FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam upgrades the entire experience. Whether you're tackling spilled coffee, stubborn pet messes, or the high-traffic grime of daily life, this all-in-one floor washer and steam cleaner is built to handle it all with next-level tech, design, and power. For a limited time, July 17 through July 27, you can save 5% off by entering the coupon code TINS9ARTIST. Steam power meets design finesse At the heart of the FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam is Hyper Steam Technology, delivering a punchy 284°F high-temp blast that dissolves tough stains on contact. Combined with triple-sided edge cleaning and a 180° lay-flat design, this unit reaches under furniture and into corners most cleaners can only dream of. Even while flat, the suction stays strong thanks to smart dirty water separation. No more sacrificing performance for maneuverability. And because tangled hair should never be part of your cleanup routine, DualBlock Anti-Tangle Technology continuously rinses the brush with MHCBS (Multi-Helix Contour Brush System) and a built-in comb scraper. Translation? No more clawing clumps of hair from your roller. Just clean floors, minus the gross maintenance. Let the Floor Washer Think for You Cleaning can feel like a chore, but the FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam takes over the thinking. It features 3D Light that shift colors to show cleaning progress and iLoop Smart Sensor Technology that adjusts suction and water flow automatically. There's no fiddling with settings, it knows what the mess needs and reacts in real-time. Under the hood, SmoothDrive Technology inspired by automotive differential systems makes this device as nimble as it is smart. With independent torque to each wheel and a 90° swivel, you'll glide around table legs and across tight spaces like a pro. Even the water tank is strategically placed to lower the center of gravity, making the whole machine feel lighter than it looks. Built to Last Longer (and Work Harder) With up to 75 minutes of runtime on a single charge, the upgraded battery cells in the FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam aren't just long-lasting, they're efficient. Fast charging (just 3.5 hours) keeps downtime low, while the larger tanks (0.88L clean / 0.75L dirty) mean fewer interruptions. It's a real whole-house cleaner in a single, cordless package. A Self-Cleaning Cycle That Actually Delivers After you're done scrubbing, this floor washer keeps working. A 2-minute self-cleaning system flushes freshwater through every pipe and component, while a 5-minute FlashDry cycle uses 185°F heated air to leave every part, including the roller, sanitized and dry. You won't have to get your hands dirty, and you won't be left with a soggy machine. Smart, powerful, and refreshingly low-maintenance, the FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam will change the way you clean.
CNET
10-07-2025
- General
- CNET
Best Carpet Cleaners: I Used Real Life Messes as the Ultimate Test
The Bissell Revolution HydroSteam is the best overall carpet cleaner I tested. It was the only carpet washer that effectively removed pet urine and pet odors from my carpet. It also came in second to the Tineco Carpet Cruiser with tough stain removal. But for $300 less than the Tineco, its price-to-value ratio is unbeatable. Why I like it: While the Tineco Carpet Cruiser edged out the Bissell HydroSteam on the tough stain removal test, the Bissell blew away the competition on pet odor testing. It effectively removed the pet urine smell and dog dander odor and came in close second in tough stain removal. The pre-steam function is unique in that it helps lift those tough odors from the carpet fibers and loosen the stains before washing it. I also liked its larger water tanks and long cord. Unlike most other carpet cleaners, I didn't need to stop to empty or refill before completing the cleaning of my 500 square feet of carpet. With most carpet cleaners, I have to unplug and replug to clean my entire carpet -- not with the Bissell Revolution HydroSteam. Who it's good for: This carpet cleaner is best for pet owners and parents -- especially cat owners, dog owners and toddler parents. During testing, the Bissell Revolution HydroSteam effectively removed pet urine odor and the lingering "dog smell" from my carpet. It also lifted tough stains like ketchup, red wine and chocolate syrup. As a parent currently going through toddler potty training, removing tough stains and urine smells is key. In between sniff tests, I used lemon to cleanse my pallet and reset my sense of smell. When sniffing the carpet samples with the pet urine, I couldn't detect the urine smell after using the Bissell Revolution HydroSteam. Any dog or cat owner knows there is a distinct pet odor -- not from potty accidents -- just from having pets. Their dander leaves an odor on my furniture and carpets. I waited two months to clean my own carpet to test which carpet cleaner could lift and deodorize that distinctive 'dog smell.' The Bissell Revolution HydroSteam was simply the best at eliminating and deodorizing pet smells. Who shouldn't buy it: As much as I loved how well it performed, it is the heaviest of the bunch at 22.5 lbs. Also, the recline pedal needs more pressure than on the other machines I tested. A few times, I needed to kick it to get it to recline. This carpet cleaner isn't ideal for anyone who struggles with dexterity or carrying it up and down stairs. As the second loudest, this carpet cleaner might not be good for those with sensitive hearing or for use while children are sleeping, as you might wake them (like I did). If you simply need general foot traffic cleaning or you don't have pets, you're better off with a cheaper model, such as the Hoover SmartWash+ FlexForce or our budget pick, the Bissell Revolution Pet ProHeat 2X.
CNET
10-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Prime Day Deal: One of Our Favorite Budget Vacuums Got Even Cheaper - Save $50 Today
We all want a tidy home, but not all of us want to lug around a heavy corded vacuum. If you need a vacuum you can easily maneuver, then consider the Levoit LVAC-200. Its accessories, power and budget-friendly price are just some of the reasons why our team of experienced editors and testers named it the best-value cordless vacuum of 2025. Thanks to this Amazon Prime Day deal, you can save 25% on this already inexpensive cordless stick vacuum. Amazonslashed the price to just $150 for Prime members. That's a $50 discount and makes the price just $10 more than the all-time lowest price we've seen. However, Prime Day deals only last until tomorrow, so you may want to get your order in sooner rather than later. The Levoit LVAC-200 boasts 180 watts of power to handle dust, pet hair and other debris, but still has a runtime of up to 50 minutes so you can tackle multiple rooms. And because it's cordless, you won't have to waste time wrangling cords. Best of all, it only weighs a little over 6 pounds, which makes it a lot easier to move up and down stairs and from room to room. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. It even has LED lights on the front of the vacuum to make it quick to spot dust and dirt, a feature you'd typically only find on more expensive models. Plus, it's equipped with a five-stage filtration system to trap allergens and other particulates. If you're looking for a great budget vacuum without a cord, you'll want to grab this Levoit model while it's still 25% off. Best Prime Day Robot Vacuum Deals Check out our collection of top Prime Day robot vacuum deals so you can save time and money in addition to keeping your floors clean. See Now Why this deal matters Whenever we pick our favorite budget option for any item, we do it based on the regular price. The Levoit LVAC-200 was already chosen because it offered an excellent value. With an additional discount, this tiny powerhouse just got even better. Our editors think it's worth the $200 investment, so getting it for only $150 is an absolute steal. The all-time low price was $140 -- at just $10 more than that, this deal is hard to beat. Looking for more vacuums? Take a peek at our full roundup of the Prime Day deals, including on vacuums, essentials and other goods you can buy without having to pay full price.
