Hindustan Unilever Limited reported a 7.6% year-on-year increase in standalone net profit for Q1 FY2026, driven by revenue growth and strategic acquisitions, including Uprising Science Pvt Ltd.

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Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), a leading player in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in India, has reported its financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026. The company recorded a standalone net profit of ₹2,732 Crore, reflecting a 7.6% increase compared to the net profit of ₹2,538 Crore achieved during the same period last year. This growth indicates HUL's resilience and ability to navigate a competitive market landscape.

In terms of operational performance, HUL's revenue from operations rose by 3.80% to reach ₹15,747 Crore, compared to ₹15,166 Crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. However, the profit after tax before exceptional items experienced a decline of 5% year-on-year, settling at ₹2,526 Crore. The company's EBITDA for the quarter was reported at ₹3,718 Crore, a slight dip from ₹3,744 Crore in the previous year, with a corresponding decrease in the EBITDA margin of 130 basis points to 22.80%.

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