Hindustan Unilever Reports Impressive Q4 Earnings with Significant Profit Growth

Hindustan Unilever Ltd has reported strong financial results for the March quarter, showcasing a net profit of Rs 2,992 crore, a 21.4% increase from the previous year. The company also announced a final dividend of Rs 22 per share, in addition to an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share, bringing the total payout for the year to Rs 9,633 crore. CEO Priya Nair highlighted the improved demand environment and strategic actions taken to enhance growth. Read on for more details about HUL's performance and future outlook.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 30, 2026, 11:16 IST

Hindustan Unilever's Strong Financial Performance

Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL), a leading player in the FMCG sector, announced robust financial results for the March quarter on Thursday. The company's consolidated net profit surged to Rs 2,992 crore, marking a 21.4% increase from Rs 2,464 crore in the same quarter last year. This profit is attributed to the shareholders of the company.

Additionally, revenue from operations experienced a year-on-year growth of 7.6%, reaching Rs 16,351 crore, up from Rs 15,190 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. Along with these results, the board has proposed a final dividend of Rs 22 per share, pending approval from shareholders at the upcoming annual general meeting (AGM). This final dividend follows an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share declared in October 2025, bringing the total dividend payout for the financial year to Rs 9,633 crore.

Priya Nair, the CEO and Managing Director of HUL, commented, “The financial year 2026 saw an enhanced demand environment supported by favorable macroeconomic policies. Throughout the year, we implemented strategic measures to boost growth, including refining our product portfolio, increasing investments to drive demand, enhancing frontline capabilities, and streamlining our organization for improved speed and execution.”

Dividend Announcement
The company has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 22 per share for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, on equity shares of Re. 1 each. Previously, an interim dividend of Rs. 19 per share was paid on November 20, 2025. The total dividend for this period amounts to Rs. 41 per equity share of face value Re. 1. The record date for determining shareholder entitlement for the final dividend is set for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, as stated in a filing with the BSE.