Hindustan Unilever Hul

Kwality Wall's shares list at 26% discount on NSE post demerger from HUL

On the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the stock listed at ₹29.8 per share, marking a discount of ₹10.4 or 25.8 per cent

India market shows strong volume growth for Unilever, says CEO Fernandez

British multinational consumer goods maker said "fundamentals" of its business in India, its second largest market after the US, are improving. In the fourth quarter, Unilever, in the home care segment, reported a 4.7 per cent underlying sales growth along with a volume growth of 4 per cent, which, according to the company, was supported by "continued strong volume in India". "India was a key contributor to this momentum, with Home Care delivering mid-single-digit volume growth, led by strong performance in liquids across fabric wash and household care, and reaching its highest ever market share," said its CEO, Fernando Fernandez, in Unilever's earnings calls for the fourth quarter. Fernandez said across geographies US and India are clear "anchor markets" for Unilever. Replying to a query over growth, he said: "India, it's improving both in terms of economic backgrounds and the fundamentals of the business, particularly the strengthening of our brand equities... brand superiority .

HUL slips 4% in 2-days post Q3; brokerages remain cautiously optimistic

The selling pressure on the counter came after brokerages stayed cautiously constructive on HUL, with execution and volume-led growth need to improve, while margins are anticipated to stay stable.

HUL Q3 net profit more than doubles to ₹6,607 crore on demerger gain

Underlying PAT grows 1 per cent to ₹2,562 crore; revenue up 5.6 per cent in Q3FY26; HUL to fully acquire OZiva for ₹824 crore, divest Wellbeing Nutrition stake

How will HUL fare in Q3 post-ice cream biz demerger? Analysts weigh

Brokerages tracked by Business Standard estimate HUL's net profit to average ₹2,568.5 crore, compared to ₹2,541 crore a year ago, up 1 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y)

Technical outlook: Analyst bullish on HUL, bearish on Max Financial

Rajesh Bhosale of Angel One is upbeat on HUL, but bearish on Max Financial; here's why

ICICI Sec upgrades HUL to 'Buy' on GST-led volume, premium growth outlook

ICICI Securities identified four key growth levers for HUL. First, demand for large-pack units in personal care categories has shown strong responsiveness to lower prices following GST cuts.

Nuvama tags Kwality Walls "good long-term play" on GST cut, premiumisation

The brokerage's constructive view is backed by the recent goods and services tax (GST) cut on ice cream, a strong cold-chain and distribution network, and a premium brand portfolio

HUL names Vandana Suri executive director for home care from 1 January

Hindustan Unilever has named Vandana Suri to its management committee as executive director for home care, succeeding Srinandan Sundaram, who will become CEO of Unilever International from 1 January

HUL's ice cream biz demerger: What's in it for investors? Nuvama decodes

Nuvama Institutional Equities believes HUL's ice cream business, given its lower margins and smaller scale, will likely be valued at a lower multiple than the core franchise.

HUL names Bobby Parikh, former EY India CEO, as independent director

Leading FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) on Tuesday announced the appointment of Bobby Parikh, former CEO of Ernst & Young India, as an Independent Director to its Board, effective December 1, 2025. His appointment is for a period of five years, subject to the approval of shareholders, HUL said in a statement. Parikh has decades of experience and is a strategic advisor to many large corporations and holds directorships in Infosys, Biocon and Indostar Capital, among others. He has guided Indian and multinational businesses through India's evolving policy landscape. He co-founded BMR Advisors, served as the CEO of Ernst & Young India, and held senior leadership roles, including serving as the country managing partner at Arthur Andersen. HUL Non-Executive Chairman Nitin Paranjpe said: "We are delighted to welcome Bobby to the HUL Board as an Independent Director. His experience, combined with expertise in financial strategy and regulatory frameworks, has helped ...

Unilever, L'Oreal report strong growth from India's qcom, online channels

Multinational consumer goods companies Unilever and L'Oral are witnessing strong growth on e-commerce platforms in many markets, with India emerging as a standout performer. Unilever and L'Oral, in their earnings calls for the September quarter, reported a doubling of their sales, helped by hyper-local delivery platforms that are growing rapidly in the country. French beauty major L'Oral's CEO Nicolas Hieronimus, who was in India earlier this month, said quick-commerce or traditional e-commerce platforms in the country are a game changer, helping to penetrate much faster with new products or continuing to animate existing brand." We were talking about the US, but 10 days ago, I was in India, where it's clearly a game changer for us because whether it's quick commerce or the traditional platform allows us to reach consumers all over the country, which we could not do before, said Hieronimus while replying to a query. Unilever CEO Fernando Fernandez said digital commerce accounts for

Double whammy hits Colgate: GST cuts, competition weigh on Q2 sales

Analysts largely agree that the toothpaste major's volumes and revenue were hit by a 'double whammy' of GST rate cuts and intensifying competition, with limited signs of a near-term recovery.

HUL, Colgate or Nestle? 2 of these 3 FMCG stocks can gain up to 15%: charts

FMCG Stock Today: Technical charts show that Hindustan Unilever and Nestle India seem to be favourably placed; while Colgate Palmolive stock can decline up to 7% from here.

HUL Q2: Analysts see near-term GST drag, recovery in H2; buy or sell?

Analysts believe that goods and services tax (GST) cuts weighed on both revenue and margins and will continue to do so into Q3FY26

HUL Q2FY26 volume growth flat amid GST transition; profit rises 3.6%

Hindustan Unilever's consolidated net profit rises 4% to Rs 2,694 crore in Q2 FY26, while underlying volume growth remained flat due to GST changes and prolonged monsoon

HUL shares rise 3% after posting Q2 results; check all details here

In the quarter under review, the company reported consolidated net profit of ₹2,685 crore, as compared to ₹2,591 crore a year ago, up 4 per cent

September quarter set for GST hiccups, analysts back HUL, Britannia, Marico

Heavy rains in Q2FY26 adversely affected seasonal categories such as carbonated drinks, ready-to-drink juices, beer, ice creams, and hair/skin summer care products.

HUL pares losses on hopes demand will recover as prices stabilise

Hindustan Unilever said on Friday that the tax reforms led to a temporary hit to sales in September

Doing well by doing good: Swami Vivekananda's guide for modern enterprise

India has its own long tradition of business doing social good. These are deeply embedded in family businesses, partially captured in the series The Story of Indian Business