Hindustan Unilever Q1 Profit Rises 6% to ₹2,768 Crore; EPS Grows 6% YoY

Mumbai, July 31, 2025 – Hindustan Unilever Ltd (NSE: HINDUNILVR, BSE: 500696) reported a consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹2,768 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 (Q1 FY26), marking a 6% year-on-year (YoY) increase despite a 130 bps contraction in EBITDA margins. The company recorded an underlying sales growth (USG) of 5% and underlying volume growth (UVG) of 4%, underscoring resilient demand across key segments.

Key Financial Highlights (Consolidated)

• Revenue from operations stood at ₹16,323 crore in Q1FY26, marking a 5% year-on-year increase from ₹15,523 crore in Q1FY25.
• EBITDA for the quarter came in at ₹3,718 crore, showing a marginal decline of 0.7% from ₹3,744 crore in the same quarter last year.
• EBITDA margin contracted by 130 basis points to 22.8%, compared to 24.1% in Q1FY25.
• Reported profit after tax (PAT) rose to ₹2,768 crore, reflecting a 6% YoY increase from ₹2,612 crore in the previous year’s quarter.
• PAT before exceptional items dropped by 5% YoY to ₹2,526 crore, down from ₹2,646 crore in Q1FY25.
• Earnings per share (EPS) recorded a 6% growth, highlighting improved shareholder returns despite margin pressures.
• The effective tax rate was significantly lower at 16.2% during Q1FY26. This is compared to 26.0% in the same period last year, supporting bottom-line growth.

Note: The difference in PAT growth is attributed to a one-off re-estimation of prior period tax provisions.

Standalone vs Consolidated Performance

• Revenue under the standalone business stood at ₹15,747 crore, while consolidated revenue was slightly higher at ₹16,323 crore.
• Underlying sales growth came in at 4% on a standalone basis, compared to 5% at the consolidated level.
• Underlying volume growth was 3% standalone, whereas consolidated operations reported 4% volume growth.
• Profit after tax (PAT) rose 8% year-on-year on a standalone basis, outpacing the 6% growth seen at the consolidated level.
• EBITDA margin remained strong across both levels, with 22.6% for standalone and a slightly higher 22.8% on a consolidated basis, showing consistent operational efficiency.

Management Commentary

Rohit Jawa, CEO & MD, stated: “FMCG demand has remained stable with a gradual uptick in recent weeks. Our strategic investment in portfolio transformation helped us deliver competitive, broad-based growth. We remain confident in our ASPIRE strategy to drive long-term shareholder value.”

HUL Stock Performance

Hindustan Unilever Limited shares closed at ₹2,524, which is a 3.55% gain on July 31, 2025. Hindustan Unilever Limited shares have dipped 6.7% in the last year, gained 8.6% in the year-to-date, and up 10% in the previous month.

About Hindustan Unilever Limited

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is one of India’s largest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies. It offers trusted brands across home care, beauty & personal care, and food & refreshments. With a presence in millions of Indian households, HUL is known for products that blend everyday utility with sustainability and innovation.

REF:https://nsearchives.nseindia.com/corporate/HINDUNILVR_31072025100042_SEIntimationInvestorPresentationJQ2025.pdf

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