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With the stock currently trading at Rs 2,685.40, Hindustan Unilever has shown positive movement in today’s session, making it among the top gainers on the Nifty 50 index.
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September 02, 2025 / 10:18 IST
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Shares of Hindustan Unilever were up 1.35%, trading at Rs 2,685.40 in Tuesday’s session and were among the top gainers on the Nifty 50 index. This comes amid a very bullish sentiment, according to a recent Moneycontrol analysis, with the stock seeing significant positive movement in morning trade at 10:10 am.
Financial Snapshot:
The following tables present the consolidated financial performance of Hindustan Unilever.
Consolidated Quarterly Results:
| Heading | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs 16,514 Crore | Rs 15,670 Crore | Rs 15,818 Crore | Rs 15,926 Crore | Rs 15,707 Crore |
| Other Income | Rs 201 Crore | Rs 309 Crore | Rs 232 Crore | Rs 219 Crore | Rs 257 Crore |
| Total Income | Rs 16,715 Crore | Rs 15,979 Crore | Rs 16,050 Crore | Rs 16,145 Crore | Rs 15,964 Crore |
| Total Expenditure | Rs 13,284 Crore | Rs 12,536 Crore | Rs 11,957 Crore | Rs 12,487 Crore | Rs 12,340 Crore |
| EBIT | Rs 3,431 Crore | Rs 3,443 Crore | Rs 4,093 Crore | Rs 3,658 Crore | Rs 3,624 Crore |
| Interest | Rs 127 Crore | Rs 80 Crore | Rs 112 Crore | Rs 110 Crore | Rs 93 Crore |
| Tax | Rs 535 Crore | Rs 887 Crore | Rs 993 Crore | Rs 947 Crore | Rs 917 Crore |
| Net Profit | Rs 2,769 Crore | Rs 2,476 Crore | Rs 2,988 Crore | Rs 2,601 Crore | Rs 2,614 Crore |
The revenue for the quarter ending June 2025 was Rs 16,514 Crore, compared to Rs 15,670 Crore for the quarter ending March 2025. The net profit for the June 2025 quarter stood at Rs 2,769 Crore, up from Rs 2,476 Crore in the previous quarter.
Consolidated Yearly Results:
| Heading | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | Rs 63,121 Crore | Rs 61,896 Crore | Rs 60,580 Crore | Rs 52,446 Crore | Rs 47,028 Crore |
| Other Income | Rs 1,017 Crore | Rs 811 Crore | Rs 512 Crore | Rs 258 Crore | Rs 410 Crore |
| Total Income | Rs 64,138 Crore | Rs 62,707 Crore | Rs 61,092 Crore | Rs 52,704 Crore | Rs 47,438 Crore |
| Total Expenditure | Rs 49,320 Crore | Rs 48,443 Crore | Rs 47,632 Crore | Rs 40,724 Crore | Rs 36,715 Crore |
| EBIT | Rs 14,818 Crore | Rs 14,264 Crore | Rs 13,460 Crore | Rs 11,980 Crore | Rs 10,723 Crore |
| Interest | Rs 395 Crore | Rs 334 Crore | Rs 114 Crore | Rs 106 Crore | Rs 117 Crore |
| Tax | Rs 3,744 Crore | Rs 3,644 Crore | Rs 3,201 Crore | Rs 2,987 Crore | Rs 2,606 Crore |
| Net Profit | Rs 10,679 Crore | Rs 10,286 Crore | Rs 10,145 Crore | Rs 8,887 Crore | Rs 8,000 Crore |
The annual revenue for March 2025 was Rs 63,121 Crore, compared to Rs 61,896 Crore in March 2024. The net profit saw an increase, reaching Rs 10,679 Crore in March 2025 from Rs 10,286 Crore in the previous year.
Key Financial Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic EPS (Rs.) | 45.32 | 43.74 | 43.07 | 37.79 | 34.03 |
| Diluted EPS (Rs.) | 45.32 | 43.74 | 43.07 | 37.79 | 34.03 |
| Book Value / Share (Rs.) | 210.22 | 217.95 | 214.99 | 208.88 | 202.95 |
| Dividend/Share (Rs.) | 53.00 | 42.00 | 39.00 | 34.00 | 31.00 |
| Face Value | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Hindustan Unilever’s Basic and Diluted EPS stood at Rs 45.32 for the year ending March 2025, compared to Rs 43.74 for the year ending March 2024. The dividend per share increased to Rs 53.00 in March 2025 from Rs 42.00 in March 2024.
Margin Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Profit Margin (%) | 25.13 | 25.00 | 24.20 | 25.00 | 25.59 |
| Operating Margin (%) | 22.99 | 23.03 | 22.32 | 22.92 | 23.30 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) | 16.91 | 16.61 | 16.74 | 16.95 | 17.00 |
The Gross Profit Margin was 25.13% for the year ending March 2025, slightly up from 25.00% in March 2024. The Net Profit Margin also increased marginally to 16.91% in March 2025 from 16.61% in the previous year.
Return Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Networth / Equity (%) | 21.55 | 20.06 | 20.11 | 18.09 | 16.77 |
| ROCE (%) | 22.91 | 21.72 | 22.14 | 20.29 | 19.01 |
| Return On Assets (%) | 13.33 | 13.09 | 13.84 | 12.59 | 11.62 |
The Return on Networth / Equity increased to 21.55% for the year ending March 2025, from 20.06% in March 2024. Similarly, the Return on Assets increased to 13.33% in March 2025 from 13.09% in the previous year.
Liquidity Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio (X) | 1.33 | 1.66 | 1.41 | 1.38 | 1.28 |
| Quick Ratio (X) | 1.07 | 1.34 | 1.06 | 1.01 | 0.96 |
The Current Ratio stood at 1.33x for the year ending March 2025, compared to 1.66x in March 2024. The Quick Ratio also saw a slight decrease to 1.07x in March 2025 from 1.34x in the previous year.
Leverage Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity (x) | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Interest Coverage Ratios (X) | 40.17 | 46.33 | 128.61 | 123.73 | 93.69 |
The Debt to Equity ratio remained consistent at 0.00x across all reported years. The Interest Coverage Ratio decreased to 40.17x in March 2025 from 46.33x in March 2024.
Turnover Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asset Turnover Ratio (%) | 0.80 | 0.82 | 0.83 | 0.74 | 68.39 |
| Inventory Turnover Ratio (X) | 4.61 | 4.66 | 4.73 | 4.25 | 13.14 |
The Asset Turnover Ratio was 0.80% for the year ending March 2025, compared to 0.82% in March 2024. The Inventory Turnover Ratio also saw a slight decrease to 4.61x in March 2025 from 4.66x in the previous year.
Growth Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Yr CAGR Sales (%) | 9.71 | 14.72 | 23.40 | 15.51 | 15.02 |
| 3 Yr CAGR Net Profit (%) | 9.62 | 13.39 | 22.47 | 21.10 | 23.74 |
The 3 Yr CAGR Sales was 9.71% for the year ending March 2025. The 3 Yr CAGR Net Profit was 9.62% for the year ending March 2025.
Valuation Ratios:
| Ratio | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E (x) | 49.84 | 51.77 | 59.45 | 54.21 | 71.45 |
| P/B (x) | 10.75 | 10.41 | 11.95 | 9.81 | 11.98 |
| EV/EBITDA (x) | 33.00 | 33.97 | 40.72 | 36.42 | 47.09 |
| P/S (x) | 8.41 | 8.61 | 9.93 | 9.18 | 12.15 |
The P/E ratio for Hindustan Unilever was 49.84x as of March 2025, compared to 51.77x as of March 2024. The P/B ratio stood at 10.75x in March 2025, slightly higher than the 10.41x in the previous year.
Corporate Actions:
Hindustan Unilever has been actively communicating with its shareholders and the market through various announcements. Recent corporate announcements include:
- Newspaper Publication: On August 29, 2025, the company released a newspaper publication regarding the notice of a postal ballot for the appointment of Ms. Priya Nair as Managing Director and CEO.
- Notice of Postal Ballot: On August 28, 2025, Hindustan Unilever announced a postal ballot for the appointment of Ms. Priya Nair as Managing Director and CEO.
- Analyst/Investor Meet: On August 26, 2025, the company scheduled an Analyst/Investor Meet.
Dividends:
Hindustan Unilever has a history of consistent dividend payouts. Key dividend announcements include:
- Final Dividend (April 24, 2025): Rs.24.00 per share (2400%) with an effective date of June 23, 2025.
- Interim Dividend (October 10, 2024): Rs.19.00 per share (1900%) with an effective date of November 6, 2024.
- Special Dividend (October 11, 2024): Rs.10.00 per share (1000%) with an effective date of November 6, 2024.
Bonus History:
Hindustan Unilever has issued bonus shares in the past, with notable instances including:
- September 30, 1991: Bonus ratio of 1:2, with an ex-bonus date of July 19, 1991.
- June 22, 1987: Bonus ratio of 1:1.
- June 22, 1983: Bonus ratio of 3:5.
- June 22, 1979: Bonus ratio of 1:3.
Stock Splits:
Hindustan Unilever underwent a stock split on July 3, 2000, where the face value changed from Rs 10 to Rs 1.
With the stock currently trading at Rs 2,685.40, Hindustan Unilever has shown positive movement in today’s session, making it among the top gainers on the Nifty 50 index.
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