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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.
HUL cuts permanent employee count by 8.6% in FY26
Hindustan Unilever has reduced its workforce in fiscal year 2026. The company saw a decline in both permanent employees and workers. This move comes as the consumer goods giant faces sluggish demand and aims to improve productivity.
Hindustan Unilever inaugurates new Unilever Fragrance Hub in Mumbai
Hindustan Unilever (HUL) today announced the inauguration of the new Unilever Fragrance Hub (UFH) in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in Unilever's global innovation journey and reinforcing India's role as a key growth market and R&D hub.
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
Mcap of 7 top valued firms erodes by ₹1.54 trn, Reliance takes biggest hit
The combined market valuation of seven of the top 10 valued firms eroded by Rs 1.54 lakh crore last week, with Reliance Industries taking the biggest hit. In a holiday-shortened last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex dropped 639.61 points, or 0.84 per cent, and the NSE Nifty declined 171.55 points, or 0.72 per cent. From the top 10 pack, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion in their valuations, while State Bank of India, Larsen & Toubro and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) were the gainers. The market valuation of Reliance Industries dropped by Rs 46,078.3 crore to Rs 17,87,039.40 crore. HDFC Bank's valuation eroded by Rs 33,333.06 crore to Rs 11,46,641.84 crore. The valuation of Bharti Airtel tumbled Rs 25,408.96 crore to Rs 11,14,886.53 crore and that of TCS dived Rs 22,920.58 crore to Rs 8,15,480.75 crore. The market capitalisation (mcap) of Hindustan Unilever ...
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.
Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...
Mcap of 6 most valued firms surges by ₹74,111 cr, Reliance biggest winner
The combined market valuation of 6 of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 74,111.57 crore last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest gainer. Last week, the BSE benchmark climbed 177.36 points, or 0.23 per cent. "Markets ended the week with marginal gains amid a highly volatile and range-bound trading environment. Benchmark indices witnessed sharp intraday swings throughout the week, driven by persistent rupee weakness, mixed global cues, sectoral rotation, and continued uncertainty around inflation and interest rates," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, ICICI Bank, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) were the gainers, while HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, State Bank of India and Hindustan Unilever faced erosion from their valuation. Reliance Industries added Rs 24,696.89 crore, taking its market valuation to Rs 18,33,117.70 ...
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.