Hindustan Unilever Ltd

The key equity benchmarks tumbled in the afternoon trade dragged down by heavy selling in IT counters. Investor sentiment was dented after Trump has threatened foreign nations that if they side with the US Supreme Court's judgment, they may face higher tariffs on goods imported into the US. The expiry of monthly F&O contracts on the NSE further intensified volatility. Nifty traded around 25,400 level. Barring Pharma index all the sectoral indices on the NSE were traded in red with IT, realty and media shares were top laggards. At 13:25 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex declined 1125.97 points or 1.34% to 82,172.95. The Nifty 50 index tanked 312.25 points or 1.21% to 25,403.15. In the broader market, the BSE 150 MidCap Index fell 1.07% and the BSE 250 SmallCap Index dropped 1.26%. The market breadth was weak. On the BSE, 1,099 shares rose and 2,924 shares fell. A total of 194 shares were unchanged. The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of the market's expectation of volatility over the near term, rallied 2.94% to 14.59. Gainers & Losers: Hindustan Unilever (up 1%), JSW Steel (up 0.63%), Power Grid Corporation of India (up 0.61%), Sun Pharmaceutical Industries (up 0.58%) and CIpla (up 0.54%) were the major Nifty50 gainers. Tech Mahindra (down 6.74%), HCL Technologies (down 6.69%), Eternal (down 5.15%), Infosys (down 4.23%) and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (down 3.77%) were the major Nifty50 losers. Stocks in Spotlight: Silver Touch Technologies declined 1.82%. The company announced that it has been selected by the FSSAI for a strategic digital transformation engagement. Shilpa Medicare fell 1.82%. The company said that its subsidiary Shilpa Biologicals and SteinCares have entered into a strategic licensing agreement to commercialize a biosimilar across Latin America. Under the agreement, SteinCares will hold exclusive rights to register, commercialize, and distribute the biosimilar across the region while Shilpa Biologicals will complete product development and provide long-term commercial manufacturing from its facility in Dharwad, India. Brahmaputra Infrastructure hit an upper limit of 5% after it has emerged as the L-1 bidder for a National Highway project awarded by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), Government of India. Larsen & Toubro (L&T) fell 3.69%. The company said its Heavy Civil Infrastructure (HCI) and Heavy Engineering (HE) verticals have jointly secured a 'significant' order from the Department of Atomic Energy for the LIGO India Observatory in Maharashtra. Samvardhana Motherson International shed 0.08%. The company announced that it has launched a manufacturing facility in Sanand, Gujarat, dedicated to producing cutting-edge exterior lighting systems. The facility has been set up under a strategic joint venture with Marelli, namely Marelli Motherson Automotive Lighting India (MMLI). The joint venture strengthens the group's capabilities in automotive component manufacturing. MMLI is a 50:50 partnership between Samvardhana Motherson International and Marelli Europe S.p.A. Signpost India rose 0.81%. after securing exclusive outdoor advertising rights from the Kolkata Municipal Corporation under the 'Kolkata Streetscape Renaissance' project in a Rs 450-crore, 10-year public-private partnership contract. Waaree Energies added 2.59% after the company announced that it has received an order to supply 500 MW of solar modules from a renowned domestic solar power developer and independent power producer (IPP). Global Markets: European market declined as investors assess the new global trading landscape after U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff move. Asian markets traded mixed on Tuesday as investors weighed renewed tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump and concerns that artificial intelligence could disrupt software companies. Trump posted on Truth Social Monday that any country that wants to 'play games' with the Supreme Court decision 'will be met with a much higher tariff.' The comments followed a Supreme Court decision Friday striking down tariffs enacted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. In response, Trump said he would impose a 15% global tariff under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act. Investors in Asia were also assessing China's loan prime rate (LPR) decision. China's central bank on Tuesday kept its benchmark lending rates unchanged at 3% for the one-year LPR and 3.5% for the five-year LPR. 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The proposed investment is in line with the company's strategy of focusing on fewer, bigger bets and strengthening its presence in high-growth demand spaces, including premium skin care and hair care and personal care & home care liquids. Priya Nair, CEO and managing director, HUL, said: This investment reflects our strategic focus on scaling our brands and creating categories of the future to meet evolving consumer needs. It also underscores our commitment to building a resilient, technology-enabled supply chain that delivers superior value to consumers. Hindustan Unilever is in the FMCG business comprising primarily of Home Care, Beauty & Personal Care and Foods & Refreshment segments. The Company has manufacturing facilities across the country and sells primarily in India. The company's consolidated net profit zoomed 120.91% to Rs 6,603 crore on 5.74% jump in revenue from operations to Rs 16,235 crore in Q3 FY26 over Q3 FY25. The counter fell 1.90% to end at Rs 2279.50 on the BSE.Powered by Capital Market - Live

Hindustan Unilever has completed the acquisition of 49% shares of Zywie Ventures for a total consideration of Rs 824 crore. Powered by Capital Market - Live

The PAT was primarily driven by a one-off positive impact from the Ice Cream demerger, accounted for in accordance with the approved scheme of demerger and applicable accounting standards. Profit before tax (PBT) declined 27.62% YoY to Rs 2,919 crore in the quarter ended 31 December 2025. EBITDA rose 3% to Rs 3,788 crore in Q3 FY26, compared with Rs 3,689 crore recorded in Q3 FY25. EBITDA margin fell 70 bps to 23.3% in Q3 FY26 as against 24% in Q3 FY25. The company reported a consolidated 5% underlying sales growth (USG), driven by a 4% increase in underlying volume growth (UVG). Revenue from the Home Care division stood at Rs 5,887 crore in Q3 FY26, up 2.57% year-on-year. The division reported 3% Underlying Sales Growth (USG) supported by mid-single digit Underlying Volume Growth (UVG). The category continued to experience negative price impact due to pricing actions taken during the year. Fabric Wash delivered mid-single digit UVG, while the Liquids portfolio accelerated its growth with double-digit gains. Household Care strengthened its double-digit UVG trend, led by Vim Liquid. During the quarter, market-development efforts were intensified to drive penetration and consumer upgradation to premium powders, with a focused push on the Rs 99 Surf Excel Easy Wash pack. Revenue from the Beauty & Wellbeing division stood at Rs 3,930 crore in Q3 FY26, up 10.51% year-on-year. The division delivered 6% Underlying Sales Growth (USG) with low-single digit Underlying Volume Growth (UVG). Hair Care reported volume-led double-digit growth, strengthening its leadership position, driven by outperformance in premium brands Dove and TRESemm'. Skin Care and Colour Cosmetics performed strongly in light moisturisers and the winter portfolio, offset by a subdued non-winter performance. The category maintained double-digit growth momentum in Channels of the Future, continuing to gain market share. Health & Wellbeing recorded another quarter of robust high double-digit growth. During the quarter, the company launched TRESemm' Hydra Matrix, powered by category-defining hydration technology, and Minimalist expanded its skin and face portfolio with science-backed toners and serums for barrier support and advanced anti-ageing results. Revenue from the Personal Care division stood at Rs 2,370 crore in Q3 FY26, up 5.66% year-on-year. The division grew 6% overall, with Skin Cleansing delivering mid-single digit growth, driven by strong double-digit gains in Pears and Dove. The Bodywash portfolio continued to outperform, further strengthening its market leadership. Oral Care posted double-digit growth, led by the outperformance of Closeup. During the quarter, the freshness portfolio in Oral Care was further expanded with the launch of Closeup Intense Cool, whose zinc and cooling beads formula provides consumers with an instant burst of intense cooling and long-lasting freshness. The Foods division delivered 6% Underlying Sales Growth (USG), led by high-single digit Underlying Volume Growth (UVG). Tea reported mid-single digit UVG, while revenue grew at a low-single digit pace, reflecting the impact of price reductions in a deflationary commodity environment. Coffee maintained strong double-digit growth, supported by both price and volume. Lifestyle Nutrition grew in high-single digits, driven by Boost and Horlicks. Packaged Foods also reported high-single digit growth, led by volumes, with broad-based performance across Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Soups, and Unilever Foods Solutions. During the quarter, the Kissan masterbrand was extended into new demand spaces with the introduction of the Great Indian Chutneys range, inspired by flavors from across India. Horlicks' desirability was further enhanced with the launch of Horlicks Superfoods, enriched with superfood ingredients and powered by Nutrimax technology for superior nutrient absorption, along with a zero added sugar variant. Priya Nair, CEO and MD, commented: 'During the quarter, demand trends reflected early signs of recovery, underpinned by supportive policy measures. Against this backdrop, we delivered a competitive performance, with 6% Revenue Growth and 4% Underlying Volume Growth. We continued to build desirability at scale with our brands, accelerate market development in high-growth demand spaces and strengthen our capabilities to scale Channels of the Future with a dedicated organisation for Quick commerce. As market leaders in FMCG, our commitment to build modern brands, lead category creation and invest disproportionately to build future moats, places us in good stead to deliver sustained volume-led growth and create long-term shareholder value.' Hindustan Unilever is in the FMCG business comprising primarily of Home Care, Beauty & Personal Care and Foods & Refreshment segments. The Company has manufacturing facilities across the country and sells primarily in India. Shares of Hindustan Unilever slipped 3.21% to currently trade at Rs 2,383.50 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Net profit of Hindustan Unilever rose 121.41% to Rs 6607.00 crore in the quarter ended December 2025 as against Rs 2984.00 crore during the previous quarter ended December 2024. Sales rose 5.74% to Rs 16235.00 crore in the quarter ended December 2025 as against Rs 15353.00 crore during the previous quarter ended December 2024. ParticularsQuarter EndedDec. 2025Dec. 2024% Var. Sales16235.0015353.00 6 OPM %23.2924.03 - PBDT3832.003813.00 0 PBT3495.003495.00 0 NP6607.002984.00 121 Powered by Capital Market - Live

Hindustan Unilever will hold a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company on 12 February 2026.Powered by Capital Market - Live

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has designated Hindustan Unilever's (HUL) factories in Gandhidham, Gujarat and Pondicherry, as Advanced Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) Lighthouse sites. Previously, the HUL's Dapada site received this recognition in 2022, followed by the Sonepat site in 2023, and the Doom Dooma unit in 2025. With this, the total count of HUL factories, earning the Advanced 4IR Lighthouse recognition, stands at five. The World Economic Forum's Global Lighthouse Network honours the most digitally advanced factories that transform operations, enhance efficiency, drive sustainable growth, and upskill their workforce. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Hindustan Unilever Ltd gained for a fifth straight session today. The stock is quoting at Rs 2413.4, up 1.23% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The benchmark NIFTY is down around 0.33% on the day, quoting at 26163.7. The Sensex is at 85033.17, down 0.48%. Hindustan Unilever Ltd has risen around 4.3% in last one month. Meanwhile, Nifty FMCG index of which Hindustan Unilever Ltd is a constituent, has risen around 2.21% in last one month and is currently quoting at 53441.1, down 0.2% on the day. The volume in the stock stood at 6.02 lakh shares today, compared to the daily average of 13.09 lakh shares in last one month. The benchmark January futures contract for the stock is quoting at Rs 2426.5, up 1.62% on the day. Hindustan Unilever Ltd is up 2.62% in last one year as compared to a 10.36% spurt in NIFTY and a 5.97% spurt in the Nifty FMCG index.The PE of the stock is 53.26 based on TTM earnings ending September 25.Powered by Capital Market - Live

Hindustan Unilever Ltd gained for a third straight session today. The stock is quoting at Rs 2351, up 1.21% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The benchmark NIFTY is up around 0.55% on the day, quoting at 26289.4. The Sensex is at 85636.03, up 0.53%. Hindustan Unilever Ltd has slipped around 2.37% in last one month. Meanwhile, Nifty FMCG index of which Hindustan Unilever Ltd is a constituent, has slipped around 3.38% in last one month and is currently quoting at 53718.5, down 1.16% on the day. The volume in the stock stood at 4.76 lakh shares today, compared to the daily average of 16.19 lakh shares in last one month. The benchmark January futures contract for the stock is quoting at Rs 2361.9, up 1.32% on the day. Hindustan Unilever Ltd is down 0.67% in last one year as compared to a 9.52% spurt in NIFTY and a 8.17% spurt in the Nifty FMCG index.The PE of the stock is 51.9 based on TTM earnings ending September 25.Powered by Capital Market - Live

The record date for the separation is today, 5 December 2025, and HUL shares are now trading ex-ice-cream business. Eligible shareholders will receive one KWIL share for every HUL share held, in line with the 1:1 entitlement ratio. The demerger became effective on 1 December 2025 after receiving approval from the National Company Law Tribunal. Under the scheme, HUL transferred all its ice-cream brands, including Kwality Wall's, Cornetto, Magnum, Feast and Creamy Delight, to KWIL. The company said the allotment of KWIL shares will be completed on or before 29 December 2025. The listing is expected within the statutory 60-day window from the receipt of the NCLT order. The demerger aims to create a dedicated listed ice-cream company in India. It will have a focused management team with more flexibility to run the business. The structure allows the company to pursue strategies suited to the ice-cream segment's operating model and market dynamics. Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is in the FMCG business, comprising primarily of home care, beauty & personal care, and foods & refreshment segments. The company has manufacturing facilities across the country and sells primarily in India. HUL's consolidated net profit increased 3.81% to Rs 2,694 crore on 1.50% jump in total income to Rs 16,388 crore in Q2 FY26 over Q2 FY25. Powered by Capital Market - Live