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Record Date Alert: From Bajaj Auto to HUL, companies set for corporate actions this week
A number of major companies which announced share buybacks, dividends and bonus issue of shares for its shareholders are set to see their record dates in the upcoming week. Some of the major ones include Bajaj Auto, Hindustan Unilever, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) among others. Here's a look at the complete list:
HUL employees on permanent roll down 10.7% to 5,898 in FY26
Hindustan Unilever Limited's permanent employee count will decrease by 10.7 percent to 5,898 by March 2026. The company is investing significantly in expanding manufacturing for premium products. Median employee remuneration is projected to rise by 6.08 percent. HUL is also focusing on workplace inclusivity, with women comprising 44 percent of its managerial staff.
Premiumisation, digital push, and India’s consumption story: Inside HUL’s growth blueprint
Hindustan Unilever Ltd remains optimistic about India's future growth. The company is focusing on increasing consumption, premium products, and digital advancements. Despite current economic hurdles, HUL is investing in its business to serve consumers better. India's young population, growing per capita consumption, and digital transformation are key drivers for this positive outlook.
Hindustan Unilever launches fragrance R&D centre under €100 million investment programme
Hindustan Unilever Limited has opened a new Unilever Fragrance Hub in Mumbai. This facility will use science and AI to create new fragrances. It aims to improve product appeal and support premium offerings. The hub will also foster collaboration with academic institutions. This move highlights the growing importance of fragrance in consumer choices and brand preference across Unilever's product range.
Top gainers and losers on June 1: Tech Mahindra up 4%, Infosys up 3%; Hindustan Unilever down 3%, among top movers - Upstox
Top gainers and losers on June 1: Tech Mahindra up 4%, Infosys up 3%; Hindustan Unilever down 3%, among top moversUpstox
MSCI adjustments take place today - Here are the stocks poised for significant flows
Stocks ranging from Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever, TCS, Infosys, UltraTech, ONGC, Hindustan Aeronautics, Coal India, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Nestle India will see a decline in their weightage, with outflows ranging from $103 million to as high as $204 million.
Apollo Hospitals, Honeywell Automation rally; Sensex falls 135 points, Nifty flat
The Sensex declined 135 points to close at 75,183, while the Nifty settled 4 points lower at 23,655 after slipping below the 23,700 level. Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever and Tech Mahindra were among the top losers on the Nifty.
Q-comm sales for FMCG giants double this year
Quick commerce now represents 6% of FMCG sales, doubling from FY25, with Dabur and Britannia leading at 9% of total sales. This channel drives a significant majority of online sales for these companies, accounting for 75% and 70% respectively. Growth is linked to premium brands and impulse purchases, though Hindustan Unilever sees demand for daily essentials.
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Sundram Fasteners profit up 30%; ESAF SFB NII grows 20%
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Today is the busiest day in terms of quarterly results this week. The big earnings reaction of the day comes from Bajaj Finance where brokerages have raised their targets and even upgraded the stock, along with Waaree Energies, who also issued its guidance for FY27. The biggest result of the day comes from Hindustan Unilever (HUL), followed by Adani twins on the Nifty (Ports & Enterprises), Bajaj Finserv, ACC, Laurus Labs, Dr. Lal Pathlabs, RailTel, Newgen Software and others. Follow for all the Live updates.
Why market fell today? Sensex slumps 760 points, Nifty below 24,400 despite ceasefire extension. 7 key reasons
Indian markets turned negative on Wednesday as investor caution persisted despite a ceasefire deadline extension by Donald Trump. IT stocks led the decline after weak earnings from HCL Technologies, dragging peers like Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, and Tech Mahindra lower. However, defensive names such as Hindustan Unilever and NTPC posted gains.
From Kotak Bank to HUL: 10 major stocks that are at 52-week lows
Shares of Varun Beverages, Colgate-Palmolive (India), Trent, Hindustan Unilever and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the notable laggards, with many of them extending their recent losing streaks and correcting sharply from their respective peaks over the past year.
Unilever to sharpen India play with premium & q-comm push
The Indian unit, Hindustan Unilever (HUL), is reshaping and investing in its product portfolio to prepare for the future, with a sharper focus on premium offerings and an expanded presence in digital commerce, chief executive Fernando Fernandez said.