Hindustan Unilever Q2 Results Live Updates – October 23, 2025
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is announcing its Q2 results for 2025 today, offering insights into the performance of various product segments. Key updates will involve major players like Colgate Palmolive, Laurus Labs, Vardhman Textiles, Tata Teleservices, and more.
In a significant announcement, HUL’s Managing Director stated, “We will invest disproportionately in high-growth segments,” emphasizing a strategic shift towards segments that promise higher returns. Additionally, he mentioned a commitment to “radically transform our core brands, making them more relevant, contemporary, and appealing to youth.”
HUL indicated a stronger focus on e-commerce and online channels, reflecting the changing landscape of consumer behavior. Furthermore, the leadership highlighted plans to capture emerging market segments across India, aiming for substantial volume-led growth in response to market demands.
Current data reveals that Tata Teleservices (Maharashtra) reported a net loss reduction in Q2 to ₹320.82 crore, compared to a ₹330.39 crore loss in the previous year.
Regarding HUL’s core business segments, profitability and performance are crucial topics. Initial insights point to a revenue of ₹3,869 crore within the Foods division, yielding a 16% margin, with an underlying sales growth of 3%. Meanwhile, the Beverages category has performed commendably with double-digit growth.
The Beauty and Wellbeing segment reported ₹3,732 crore in revenue and a robust 28% margin, despite flat unit volume growth. Efforts in Skin Care and Colour Cosmetics yielded significant progress, particularly in premium products. Conversely, Hair Care witnessed a downturn, attributed to the GST transition effects.
Attention turns to fiscal metrics as HUL announces its consolidated net profit for the quarter at ₹2,694 crore, marking a 3.8% increase from ₹2,595 crore year-on-year. An interim dividend of ₹19 per share has also been declared, with a record date set for November 7, 2025, and disbursement scheduled for November 20.
With early reports suggesting constrained growth due to the ongoing integration of revised GST norms affecting sales and distribution, industry analysts continue to monitor market reaction closely. The latest stock performance indicated a 1.4% rise in HUL shares, reaching ₹2,630.20 during morning trading.
As the updates unfold, all eyes will remain on HUL and its strategic adjustments aimed at adapting to a rapidly changing market landscape.
