Hindustan Unilever Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and half-year ended 30th September 2026. The company reported a 15% increase in Underlying Sales Growth (USG) to ₹18,071 crores for the quarter. Profit After Tax (bei) saw a 9% growth. The Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of ₹19 per equity share for the financial year ending 31st March 2027.
Hindustan Unilever Reports Strong Q2 FY27 Performance, Declares Interim Dividend
Hindustan Unilever Limited has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and half-year ended 30th September 2026. The company showcased robust growth across key financial metrics, signaling sustained momentum.
Key Financial Highlights for Q2 FY27
- Turnover: Reported a significant 15% increase in Underlying Sales Growth (USG) to ₹18,071 crores for the quarter ended 30th September 2026. This marks the highest USG in the last 14 quarters.
- Profitability: Profit After Tax before exceptional items (PAT bei) grew by 9% year-on-year.
- Dividend: The Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of ₹19 per equity share of face value Re. 1/- each for the financial year ending 31st March 2027. The record date for determining entitlement has been fixed as Thursday, 12th November 2026.
Segment Performance
Broad-based growth was observed across key segments:
- Home Care: Delivered 22% USG, driven by double-digit Underlying Volume Growth (UVG).
- Beauty & Wellbeing: Achieved 16% USG, with premium Skin Care and Hair Care continuing to outperform.
- Personal Care: Reported 9% USG, with Skin Cleansing delivering double-digit growth.
- Foods: Posted 9% USG, led by double-digit growth in Lifestyle Nutrition and Packaged Foods.
First Half FY27 Performance
For the first half of the financial year 2027 (ended 30th September 2026), the company reported a Turnover of ₹35,255 crores with USG of 12% and UVG of 6%. PAT (bei) grew by 9% year-on-year.
The company’s management expressed confidence in the resilient Indian economy and the positive consumption environment, reiterating their commitment to delivering competitive, volume-led profit growth.
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