- Forward March Qtr: HUL growth fastest in 3 years, signals fresh price hikes due to war
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) reported its fastest sales growth in three years, with a 7% increase in ...More
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) reported its fastest sales growth in three years, with a 7% increase in the March quarter driven by stable consumer demand and supportive economic measures. Despite this positive performance, the company warned of potential price hikes due to rising crude oil-linked commodity costs stemming from the Iran war. ...Less

- HUL is caught in a war of costs as Middle East conflict flares
Hindustan Unilever celebrated a solid profit for the March quarter, yet issued a caution regarding escala ...More
Hindustan Unilever celebrated a solid profit for the March quarter, yet issued a caution regarding escalating geopolitical tensions. The ongoing conflict in Iran is predicted to influence both commodity prices and currency stability. In response, management is tightening its purse strings and adjusting pricing strategies. ...Less

- HUL Q2 Preview: Profit likely to rise 6% YoY; revenue growth to moderate
HUL Q2 Preview: Revenue for the June-September period is likely to grow at 4%, while profit growth for th ...More
HUL Q2 Preview: Revenue for the June-September period is likely to grow at 4%, while profit growth for the same period is seen at 6%, according to an average estimate of three brokerages. Due to the late festive season this year, analysts expect the pipeline for festive demand (Diwali) to shift to October, hence more evident in the third quarter. ...Less

- Takeaways: HUL’s Q2 volume growth, commentary underwhelms bulls
“Calibrated price increases and laser-sharp focus on savings has helped us protect our business model whi ...More
“Calibrated price increases and laser-sharp focus on savings has helped us protect our business model while ensuring the right price-value equation for our consumers,” Sanjiv Mehta, chairman and managing director said. ...Less

- HUL Q2 Results: FMCG major surprises with strong numbers, takes cautious tone on volume-led growth
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) for the quarter grew nearly 8% on ...More
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) for the quarter grew nearly 8% on year to Rs 3,377 crore, while operating margin contracted by 172 basis points to 22.89%. ...Less

- HUL Q2 Results Preview: Revenue may grow by up to 4% YoY as negative pricing trends to weigh on topline
FMCG giant Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is projected to post a 2-4% rise in Q2FY25 revenue, partially impacte ...More
FMCG giant Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is projected to post a 2-4% rise in Q2FY25 revenue, partially impacted by pricing cuts made during the quarter. The revenue is estimated to range between Rs 15,621 crore and Rs 15,728 crore, as per estimates from four brokerages. ...Less

- HUL Q2 Results: Cons PAT rises 4% YoY to Rs 2,685 crore; revenue up 2%
HUL Q2 Results: Hindustan Unilever announced a net profit of Rs 2,685 crore for the second quarter of FY2 ...More
HUL Q2 Results: Hindustan Unilever announced a net profit of Rs 2,685 crore for the second quarter of FY26, a 3.6% increase year-on-year. This growth was boosted by a one-time tax settlement. Revenue saw a modest rise to Rs 16,241 crore. The company declared an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share. ...Less

- HUL Q2 Results: Profit rises 4% YoY to Rs 2,717 crore; dividend declared at Rs 18/share
The company's sales rose 4% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 15,027 crore in the reporting period. The profit bea ...More
The company's sales rose 4% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 15,027 crore in the reporting period. The profit beat the ET Now estimate of Rs 2,590 crore, while revenue was slightly below expectations. ...Less

- HUL Q2 Preview: Profit may rise 8-10% but margin may contract
ICICIdirect said HUL may log a 10 per cent rise in net profit at Rs 2,210.2 crore for the quarter on a 14 ...More
ICICIdirect said HUL may log a 10 per cent rise in net profit at Rs 2,210.2 crore for the quarter on a 14.8 per cent rise in sales at Rs 13,132 crore, thanks to a recovery in home care & beauty and personal care segment. ...Less

- HUL Q2 sales grow 16%, net up 20%
HUL, which outpaced the industry in value and volume sales, said it's "cautiously optimistic in the near ...More
HUL, which outpaced the industry in value and volume sales, said it's "cautiously optimistic in the near term" of a demand revival led by softening in some commodities as well as monetary and fiscal measures taken by the government. Results met expectations, with HUL gaining 2.11% to ₹2,655.05 at the BSE Friday close. The company declared an interim dividend of ₹17 per share. ...Less

- HUL Q2: FMCG major declares interim dividend of Rs 19 per share; check record and payout dates
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) has announced an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share for its eligible shareh ...More
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) has announced an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share for its eligible shareholders, with a record date of November 7 and payment on November 20. The FMCG major reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 2,694 crore for Q2FY26, a 4% increase from the previous year, while revenue from operations saw a marginal 2% rise. ...Less

- Q3 results today: RIL, HUL, Paytm, UltraTech among 46 companies to announce earnings
46 listed companies to declare December quarter earnings, including Reliance Industries, Hindustan Unilev ...More
46 listed companies to declare December quarter earnings, including Reliance Industries, Hindustan Unilever, UltraTech Cement, and Paytm operator One 97 Communications. Other important results from Atul, Central Bank, Hindustan Zinc, RBL Bank, Sunteck Realty, and Supreme Industries. IndusInd Bank and Polycab India announce October-December quarter results. RIL expected to see YoY growth in earnings, HUL to report muted numbers, Ultratech Cement to post higher revenue growth, and Paytm to show solid revenue growth. ...Less

- Q4 results today: HUL, Axis Bank, Tech Mahindra among 38 companies to announce earnings on Thursday
Thursday's earnings announcements include Tech Mahindra, HUL, and Axis Bank. Tech Mahindra anticipates st ...More
Thursday's earnings announcements include Tech Mahindra, HUL, and Axis Bank. Tech Mahindra anticipates strong profit growth but muted revenue. HUL expects subdued demand and flat volume growth. Axis Bank projects mid-single-digit net interest income growth with potentially muted profitability due to loan growth and stable margins. ...Less

- Q3 results today: HDFC Bank, HUL among 50 companies to announce earnings
Around 50 companies, including HDFC Bank, HUL, Tata Communications, and Hudco, are set to announce their ...More
Around 50 companies, including HDFC Bank, HUL, Tata Communications, and Hudco, are set to announce their Q3 earnings. HDFC Bank is expected to report a 7-8.4% YoY growth in net interest income, while HUL's growth may be muted due to weaker demand and input cost inflation. Key metrics to watch include HDFC's deposits and HUL's underlying volume growth. ...Less

- HUL shares fall over 3% after Q3 earnings. Should you buy, sell or hold?
FMCG major HUL posted a profit growth of a mere 0.6% YoY to Rs 2,519 crore while missing the ETNow poll e ...More
FMCG major HUL posted a profit growth of a mere 0.6% YoY to Rs 2,519 crore while missing the ETNow poll estimate of Rs 2,724 crore. Revenue dropped 0.3% YoY to Rs 15,188 crore and also trailed estimates of Rs 15,533 crore. ...Less

- Q1 results today: HUL, Bajaj Finance among 34 companies to announce earnings on Tuesday
Q1 Results Today: HUL, Bajaj Finance, ICICI Sec, and ICICI Pru Life will release Q1 results. HUL's profit ...More
Q1 Results Today: HUL, Bajaj Finance, ICICI Sec, and ICICI Pru Life will release Q1 results. HUL's profit is estimated at Rs 2,479-2,562 crore, revenue Rs 14,925-15,451 crore. Bajaj Finance expects 26% net interest growth, 30% AUM rise. EBITDA to grow 0.4% YoY. Parag Milk Foods, Gard Furnace, Thyrocare Technologies to report, Bajaj Finance's March profit was Rs 3,824 crore. ...Less

- HUL delivers 4% PAT growth in Q2; brokerages see recovery, set target price up to Rs 3,240
HUL posted 4% YoY PAT growth in Q2FY26, with brokerages anticipating recovery and revising target prices ...More
HUL posted 4% YoY PAT growth in Q2FY26, with brokerages anticipating recovery and revising target prices up to Rs 3,240 amid GST-led disruptions and expectations of stronger H2 performance. ...Less

- BEL shares surge 1% on securing Rs 633 crore order from Cochin Shipyard
Bharat Electronics Limited saw its stock climb on Thursday, buoyed by the news of a substantial Rs 633 cr ...More
Bharat Electronics Limited saw its stock climb on Thursday, buoyed by the news of a substantial Rs 633 crore contract from Cochin Shipyard Limited. This exciting engagement involves the delivery of critical defense technology such as sensors and weapon systems, along with high-tech communication equipment. ...Less

- Torrent Pharma shares in focus after CCI clears Rs 19,500 crore acquisition of JB Chemicals
Torrent Pharmaceuticals shares are expected to see activity. The Competition Commission of India has appr ...More
Torrent Pharmaceuticals shares are expected to see activity. The Competition Commission of India has approved Torrent Pharma's plan to acquire a majority stake in JB Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals. This significant deal, valued at Rs 19,500 crore, will make Torrent Pharma India's second-most valued pharma company upon completion. The acquisition involves shareholding and amalgamation. ...Less

- HUL Q2 Preview: Profit may fall 5% YoY as GST transition, weak demand to hit earnings
Hindustan Unilever is expected to post muted Q2 results, with just 1% revenue growth and a 5% profit decl ...More
Hindustan Unilever is expected to post muted Q2 results, with just 1% revenue growth and a 5% profit decline as GST cuts, extended monsoon, and weak demand hit volumes and margins, though recovery is likely ahead. ...Less

- Q2 results today: HUL, SBI Life among 73 companies to announce earnings on Wednesday
Seventy-three companies will release their second-quarter earnings for July-September 2024 today. Key res ...More
Seventy-three companies will release their second-quarter earnings for July-September 2024 today. Key results include HUL, Bajaj Finserv, SBI Life, and TVS Motor. HUL is expected to report a slight increase in revenue. SBI Life is expected to show a flat to moderate growth in annual premium equivalent, with mixed estimates on the value of new businesses. ...Less

- Reliance Industries shares rise after purchase of Middle Eastern crude amid global supply shifts
RIL shares: The company reportedly bought at least 2.5 million barrels of Middle Eastern crude, signaling ...More
RIL shares: The company reportedly bought at least 2.5 million barrels of Middle Eastern crude, signaling a potential shift in sourcing amid geopolitical pressures and Western calls to cut Russian oil dependence. ...Less

- Tata Motors shares in focus on delivering over 1 lakh vehicles during festive season
Tata Motors is set for a busy trading day after announcing a significant festive season sales surge. The ...More
Tata Motors is set for a busy trading day after announcing a significant festive season sales surge. The company delivered over 1 lakh vehicles between Navratri and Diwali, a 33% year-on-year increase, driven by strong demand for its SUV range and electric vehicles. This performance sets a positive tone for the remainder of the fiscal year. ...Less

- HUL shares slip 2% after BofA downgrade on slow recovery concerns
HUL share price: The brokerage also lowered its target price for HUL to Rs 2,330 from Rs 2,540, citing ma ...More
HUL share price: The brokerage also lowered its target price for HUL to Rs 2,330 from Rs 2,540, citing macroeconomic challenges and weak consumer demand, especially in rural India. BofA noted that pricing pressures and inflationary costs in key segments like tea and soaps could impact the company's short-term performance. ...Less

- Infosys shares rise 4% after promoters opt out of Rs 18,000 crore share buyback
Infosys share price: Shares of Infosys surged 4.12% to Rs 1,533.10 on the NSE on October 23 after the com ...More
Infosys share price: Shares of Infosys surged 4.12% to Rs 1,533.10 on the NSE on October 23 after the company announced its largest-ever Rs 18,000 crore share buyback. Promoters, including Narayan Murthy, Nandan Nilekani, and Sudha Murty, will not participate. If fully subscribed, promoter stake rises to 13.37% while public holding dips to 86.63%, affecting voting rights. ...Less

- HUL shares rise 3% as Q2 net profit beats Street estimates; firm declares a dividend
Hindustan Unilever shares rose 3% after reporting Q2 FY26 results that beat Street estimates. Consolidate ...More
Hindustan Unilever shares rose 3% after reporting Q2 FY26 results that beat Street estimates. Consolidated net profit increased 3.6% to Rs 2,685 crore, supported by a one-off tax gain. Revenue grew marginally, EBITDA slightly declined, and the board declared an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share. ...Less

- HUL Q3 results today: What brokerages expect and key monitorables
HUL Q3 results today: Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is expected to report its Q3 earnings with muted numbers d ...More
HUL Q3 results today: Hindustan Unilever (HUL) is expected to report its Q3 earnings with muted numbers due to weak volume growth, price cuts, and rising advertising costs. Analysts predict a 6% YoY rise in net profit to Rs 2,653 crore, with a 1% growth in revenue to Rs 15,378 crore. The quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) bottomline is expected to fall 2.4%, while the topline could grow by 0.7%. HUL's performance in the October-December period was affected by uneven rainfall, a warmer winter, and subdued rural demand, resulting in a projected 2% growth in volumes. ...Less

- Bajaj Finserv shares in focus ahead of Q2FY25 earnings today
Bajaj Finserv will announce its September quarter earnings today. Previously, the company saw a 10% year- ...More
Bajaj Finserv will announce its September quarter earnings today. Previously, the company saw a 10% year-on-year profit rise for the June quarter. Allianz may exit their joint ventures, but remains committed to the Indian market. Bajaj Finance reported a 13% net profit increase for the September quarter. ...Less

- HUL bets on volume drivers to fuel robust growth in second half
Hindustan Unilever anticipates a stronger second half of FY26, driven by easing inflation and stable cons ...More
Hindustan Unilever anticipates a stronger second half of FY26, driven by easing inflation and stable consumer demand expected to boost volumes. Despite a flat volume growth in the September quarter, the company's net profit rose 4%, aided by a one-off tax resolution. ...Less

- Q4 results today: HUL, Axis Bank, LTIMindtree among 22 companies to announce earnings
Today marks a significant day for investors and market participants as several key companies from various ...More
Today marks a significant day for investors and market participants as several key companies from various sectors are set to announce their fourth-quarter results. Among the notable earnings releases, Hindustan Unilever (HUL), LTIMindtree, Indian Hotels, Axis Bank, Macrotech, and Tata Investment stand out. ...Less

- ITC's worst is behind, but patience required: Abneesh Roy names better FMCG bets for 2026
Consumer analyst Abneesh Roy sees a real FMCG revival driven by GST cuts, steady rural demand, and recove ...More
Consumer analyst Abneesh Roy sees a real FMCG revival driven by GST cuts, steady rural demand, and recovering urban consumption. He highlights Nestle, Britannia, Marico, and Tata Consumer as near-term beneficiaries, while positioning ITC as a one-to-two-year recovery play after a tax shock. Hindustan Unilever's premium beauty investment is also noted as a structural re-rating catalyst. ...Less

- HUL shares rally 8% as brokerages raise target prices after Q1 results. Should you buy, sell or hold?
Hindustan Unilever's shares surged following a seven-quarter high revenue growth of 5% in Q1 FY26, prompt ...More
Hindustan Unilever's shares surged following a seven-quarter high revenue growth of 5% in Q1 FY26, prompting brokerages to raise target prices. The company's net profit rose 7.6% YoY, with analysts citing improved macro conditions and strategic interventions by the new CEO as drivers for future growth and margin recovery. Brokerages largely recommend holding or accumulating the stock. ...Less

- HUL Q3 Preview: Weak urban demand continues to weigh on earnings as PAT, revenue seen muted
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) is expected to report subdued Q3 earnings for December 2024 due to weak urba ...More
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) is expected to report subdued Q3 earnings for December 2024 due to weak urban demand, despite gradual rural recovery. Revenues are projected to grow by 2% YoY with a 3% rise in PAT. Analysts anticipate a 1% underlying volume growth, affected by price hikes in soaps and tea. ...Less

- Kwality Wall’s (India) shares list at 26% discount after HUL demerger. All you need to know
Kwality Wall’s India shares are set to list today following their demerger from Hindustan Unilever Ltd (H ...More
Kwality Wall’s India shares are set to list today following their demerger from Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL). This marks the creation of India's first pure-play listed ice-cream company. HUL also reported a 30% decline in net profit from continuing operations for Q3 FY26, though overall net profit surged due to portfolio transformation. ...Less

- Rs 2.8 lakh crore selloff! Sensex tumbles nearly 600 pts, Nifty at 25,800. What spooked the Indian stock market today?
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a sharp decline today. This downturn was driven by co ...More
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a sharp decline today. This downturn was driven by concerns over U.S. jobs data, which reduced expectations for early interest rate cuts. The IT sector saw a significant sell-off due to new AI developments. HUL's weak quarterly results also contributed to the market's fall. ...Less
