Reckitt Benckiser Posts Higher Profit

Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC

posted an increase in its profit. Reckitt's full year net profit rose 4.8% to GBP1.83 billion ($2.87 billion), while revenue in the fourth quarter climbed 2.5% to GBP2.48 billion. Reckitt Benckiser shares closed at $13.70 yesterday.