Procter & Gamble (PG) Stock Surges: Shares Jump Over 2.5% to Clear $170 Mark

CINCINNATI, OH – Shares of consumer goods powerhouse Procter & Gamble Co (NYSE: PG) posted significant gains during the April 17th trading session, attracting positive investor attention.

The stock finished the day strong at 4.24 per share, equating to a healthy 2.55% rise compared to the previous day’s close of $166.39. Trading concluded at 7:08 pm GMT-4, according to market data.

Procter & Gamble demonstrated upward momentum throughout the session. The stock opened at $167.53, already higher than the prior close, and steadily climbed. It reached an intraday high of $171.65 before settling slightly lower at the closing bell. The lowest point touched during the day was $167.35, indicating consistent buying interest. The 1-day chart clearly illustrates this positive trajectory.

In after-hours trading, PG shares remained stable, holding steady at the closing price of $170.63 with no further change indicated (0.00%).

This closing price pushes Procter & Gamble closer to its 52-week high of $180.43, while remaining comfortably above its 52-week low of $153.52. The strong performance and its notable dividend yield of 2.48% keep the stock on the radar for investors seeking stability in the consumer staples sector.

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