Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL), India’s largest consumer goods company headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, reported strong financials for FY25 with turnover exceeding ₹60,000 crore and 5% profit growth. The company anticipates improved demand and growth in FY26 driven by monetary stimulus, lower inflation, and agricultural growth. HUL is expanding its portfolio and sales channels, focusing on digital marketing, premium brands, and e-commerce to capture evolving consumer trends.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL), the country’s largest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company known for brands like Dove, Lifebuoy, and Kissan, has expressed confidence in growth for the financial year 2025-26. The company expects demand conditions to improve, supported by broad monetary stimulus, easing food and crude inflation, and higher agricultural output.
For FY25, HUL reported a turnover exceeding ₹60,000 crore, marking a 2% increase in sales and volume growth, alongside a 5% rise in profit to ₹10,644 crore. Despite challenging commodity price fluctuations during the year, HUL maintained a healthy gross margin of 50.3%.
The company’s annual report highlighted a strategic focus on volume-led growth fueled by productivity programs, cost efficiencies, and digital transformation. HUL revamped its brand portfolio by strengthening core brands, launching premium products, and acquiring new-age brands such as Minimalist. The firm also divested its water purifier business and announced a demerger of its ice cream segment.
CEO and Managing Director Rohit Jawa stated that HUL is increasing investments in digital marketing, with 40% of its advertising spend allocated to digital media and collaboration with over 12,000 influencers. The company is also expanding distribution channels, including health and wellness stores, premium beauty outlets, and quick commerce platforms.
E-commerce, contributing 7-8% to HUL’s business, is rapidly growing and expected to reach 15% in the coming years. Quick commerce has doubled its assortment this fiscal year. HUL is leveraging advanced technology and a dedicated premium retail organization to deepen market access and consumer engagement.
With a diverse portfolio spanning over 50 brands across 15 categories, HUL aims to capitalize on India’s rising affluence, growing consumption, and expanding digital infrastructure to sustain its leadership in the FMCG sector.
