HUL Q3 results today: Muted show likely on input cost inflation, subdued seasonal demand; shares up 1%

The company, as per news reports, is likely to post a muted set of numbers due to multiple headwinds such as adverse mix dynamics, input cost inflation, and subdued seasonal demand, collectively moderating the overall growth trajectory.

HUL's revenue is expected to grow 3.3% year-on-year, according to a consensus estimate of analysts tracked by Bloomberg. It would be a price-led growth as the company took price hikes in tea and soaps, reports added.

HUL, which owns brands like Dove, Vim, Surf Excel, and Horlicks, is expected to have taken a price hike of approximately 2–3% in the December quarter, following a period of stable prices in the second quarter.

"The company's revenue, on average, for the third quarter ended December 31, 2024, is anticipated at ₹15,688.22 crore as compared to ₹15,570 crore a year ago, which implies a rise of 0.75% YoY. Sequentially, revenue may decline by 1.5%," the report added.

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