HUL Q4FY26 Revenue up 8% to ₹16,207 Cr; PAT up 20% to ₹3,002 Cr
Hindustan Unilever Limited reported Q4FY26 revenue of ₹16,207 Cr, up 8% YoY, with 7% USG and 6% UVG. PAT grew 20% YoY to ₹3,002 Cr. For FY26, revenue was ₹63,763 Cr (up 5%), with 5% USG. The Board proposed a final dividend of ₹22 per share, bringing the total payout to ₹9,633 Cr.
The results show robust growth across key segments and improved profitability, indicating strong business performance and positive outlook, which is material for investors.
The company reported strong year-on-year growth in revenue and profit, exceeding growth from previous quarters and meeting guidance. The proposed dividend also reflects a positive financial performance.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) announced its consolidated results for the quarter and financial year ended 31st March 2026. For the March quarter, consolidated revenue grew 8% year-on-year to ₹16,207 crores, with an 8% turnover growth and 6% Underlying Volume Growth (UVG). This marks the highest growth in 12 quarters. EBITDA margin improved sequentially by 40 bps to 23.7%, with absolute EBITDA growing 6% year-on-year to ₹3,841 crores. Profit After Tax before exceptional items (PAT bei) grew 4% year-on-year to ₹2,711 crores. Reported Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a significant 20% year-on-year growth to ₹3,002 crores, including proceeds from the divestment of stake in Nutritionalab Pvt. Ltd.
The Home Care segment delivered 9% competitive growth, with Fabric Wash showing double-digit growth and Household Care high-single digit growth. The Liquids portfolio accelerated its growth, and powders and bars also improved performance. Surf excel leveraged the Indian Premier League (IPL) through partnerships with popular franchises.
Beauty & Wellbeing recorded 8% USG, driven by strong performance in Hair Care, which continued to strengthen its leadership position. Growth was broad-based across brands and formats. Premium portfolios in Skin Care and Colour Cosmetics performed well, while mass skin care saw subdued performance. Skin Care maintained strong double-digit growth in Channels of the Future. HUL launched Lakmé Sun Gel with SPF 50 and Vaseline Cloud Soft with SPF 50. Vaseline and Sunsilk both crossed the ₹1,000 crore annual turnover milestone in FY'26, bringing HUL's total number of brands above ₹1,000 crore to 20.
Personal Care reported 5% USG, led by high-single digit growth in Skin Cleansing, driven by Dove and Lux. Premium Soaps and Bodywash saw double-digit competitive growth. Oral Care reported low-single digit growth, with Closeup strengthening its market share. New product launches include Lifebuoy Ice Bath and Pepsodent Sensitive Care.
The Foods segment delivered 5% USG, led by Lifestyle Nutrition and Coffee. Tea reported low-single digit UVG, while Coffee continued its strong double-digit growth. Lifestyle Nutrition achieved double-digit growth, driven by Horlicks and Boost, with early encouraging results from the Horlicks relaunch and expansion into new demand spaces. Packaged Foods reported mid-single digit growth. Horlicks was extended into the protein segment with Horlicks Protein Ready-to-Drink, and Lipton Green Tea was relaunched.
For the full financial year 2025-26, turnover grew 5% to ₹63,763 crores, driven by 4% UVG. EBITDA margin was at 23.6%, at the higher end of guidance. PAT (bei) and Reported PAT were ₹10,324 crores and ₹10,652 crores, respectively. The Board of Directors has proposed a final dividend of ₹22 per share, subject to shareholder approval at the AGM. Combined with the interim dividend of ₹19 per share declared in Oct’25, the total dividend payout for the year amounts to ₹9,633 crores.
Priya Nair, CEO and Managing Director, commented on the improved demand environment and decisive actions taken to accelerate growth. She noted the navigation of commodity and currency volatility through disciplined savings and calibrated pricing. Nair expressed confidence in HUL's position to navigate the volatile operating environment, focusing on strengthening the consumer franchise and delivering sustainable growth.
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