HUL Declares ₹19 Interim Dividend; Q2 FY27 Sales Rise 15% to ₹18,071 Cr
Hindustan Unilever Limited reported a 15% increase in sales to ₹18,071 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, its highest sales growth in 14 quarters. The company declared an interim dividend of ₹19 per share. EBITDA grew 8% to ₹4,089 crore, and PAT (before exceptional items) rose 9%. The record date for the dividend is November 12, 2026.
The announcement includes strong financial results with significant growth metrics and a dividend declaration, which are material events for shareholders and the market.
The company reported strong sales growth, highest in 14 quarters, and a significant increase in EBITDA and Profit After Tax before exceptional items. The declaration of an interim dividend also contributes positively.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) announced its financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2026. The company's Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of ₹19 per equity share for the financial year ending March 31, 2027. The record date for this dividend has been set as Thursday, November 12, 2026, with the payment scheduled for Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
For the quarter ended September 30, 2026, HUL reported a Turnover of ₹18,071 crores, marking a 15% increase and achieving its highest Underlying Sales Growth (USG) in the last 14 quarters. Underlying Volume Growth (UVG) was strong at 7%. EBITDA grew by 8% year-on-year to ₹4,089 crores, with an EBITDA Margin of 22.6%, which was within the guided range. Profit After Tax before exceptional items grew by 9% year-on-year to ₹2,796 crores. The reported Profit After Tax was flat due to one-off tax-related gains of ₹273 crores in the previous corresponding period.
The first half of the financial year recorded a Turnover of ₹35,255 crores with a USG of 12% and UVG of 6%. EBITDA grew by 8%, and Profit After Tax before exceptional items grew by 9% year-on-year.
Segment-wise, Home Care delivered 22% USG, Beauty & Wellbeing recorded 16% USG, Personal Care reported 9% USG, and Foods achieved 9% USG. Priya Nair, CEO and Managing Director, commented that the company continues to invest in building long-term capabilities and remains focused on delivering competitive, volume-led profit growth, supported by a resilient Indian economy.
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