10.19.21
P&G’s net sales in the first quarter of fiscal year 2022 were $20.3 billion, an increase of 5% versus the prior year. Favorable foreign exchange had a positive impact of one percentage point on sales for the quarter. Excluding the impacts of foreign exchange, acquisitions and divestitures, organic sales increased 4% driven by a 2% increase in volume, a 1% increase in pricing and a positive mix impact of 1%. The volume increase was driven by strong consumer demand for superior products and innovation, partially offset by a high base period in some markets due to rebuilding of inventories by retailers. Positive mix was driven by the disproportionate volume growth of the North America region, the Health Care business and premium products, all of which have higher than company average selling prices.
Baby, Feminine and Family Care segment organic sales increased 2% versus year ago. Baby Care organic sales increased mid-single digits due to positive mix from the disproportionate growth of premium pants and taped diapers, pricing and innovation-driven volume growth. Feminine Care organic sales increased mid-single digits primarily driven by innovation, pricing and mix. Positive mix was driven by disproportionate growth in North America and premium products. Family Care organic sales decreased mid-single digits. Higher volumes were more than offset by increased promotional spending versus a base with historically low promotional activity and unfavorable mix due to larger pack sizes.
Baby, Feminine and Family Care segment organic sales increased 2% versus year ago. Baby Care organic sales increased mid-single digits due to positive mix from the disproportionate growth of premium pants and taped diapers, pricing and innovation-driven volume growth. Feminine Care organic sales increased mid-single digits primarily driven by innovation, pricing and mix. Positive mix was driven by disproportionate growth in North America and premium products. Family Care organic sales decreased mid-single digits. Higher volumes were more than offset by increased promotional spending versus a base with historically low promotional activity and unfavorable mix due to larger pack sizes.