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Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL), the FMCG heavyweight, reported a 3.7% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit for the fourth quarter of FY25, down to ₹2,464 crore. The result came in below analyst expectations, which had pegged net profit at ₹2,470 crore — indicating muted demand, rising input costs, and ongoing margin pressures.
Dividend Update:
The company declared a final dividend of ₹24 per share (face value ₹1). This brings the total dividend payout for FY25 to ₹53 per share, which includes an interim dividend of ₹19 and a special dividend of ₹10.
Standalone Results:
On a standalone basis, HUL reported a net profit of ₹2,493 crore, reflecting a 3.6% increase over the previous year. The company’s total income rose 2.1% to ₹15,000 crore.
Segmental Performance:
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Personal Care: Despite low single-digit sales growth, this segment posted a 5% increase in profit, led by double-digit growth in the bodywash category, reinforcing HUL's market leadership.
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Home Care: Revenue from this division rose 2% year-on-year to ₹5,815 crore, supported by strong performance in premium fabric wash and conditioners.
Disclaimer:
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