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HUL Sees Strongest Growth in 3 Years!
30 Apr
Summary
- HUL achieved its best quarterly performance in three years.
- Underlying volume growth of 6% signals robust consumer demand.
- Home Care segment led with 9% growth, supported by liquid products.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has reported its strongest quarterly financial performance in three years, concluding the fiscal year 2026 with significant gains. For the March quarter of FY26, the company achieved an 8.39% increase in consolidated revenue, reaching Rs. 16,207 crore. This robust growth was underpinned by a 6% underlying volume increase, suggesting that consumers are actively purchasing more products.
The Home Care segment emerged as a star performer, delivering 9% underlying sales growth, its highest in eleven quarters. This success was propelled by the strong performance of liquid portfolios such as Rin and Surf Excel Matic, alongside double-digit volume growth in Household Care anchored by Vim liquid. The Beauty & Wellbeing division also contributed positively, recording 8% underlying sales growth, with hair care brands like Dove and Sunsilk showing notable strength.
For the full financial year ended March 31, 2026, HUL's consolidated turnover grew by 5% to Rs. 63,763 crore. While EBITDA margins experienced a slight compression due to rising input costs and a weakening rupee, the company's focus on volume growth has proven effective. HUL's Board has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 22 per share, bringing the total FY26 dividend to Rs. 41 per share.
