HUL posts strongest sales performance in 13 quarters in Q1 FY27

Hindustan Unilever delivered its strongest sales performance in 13 quarters during Q1 FY27. Its reported profit declined year on year, largely because the prior-year quarter included a one-off tax credit, according to an NDTV Profit weekly business roundup.

— Filed Fri, 31 Jul, 2026, 20:55 IST · Source NDTV Profit · Updated

A weekly business recap highlighted Q1 FY27 results from Indian consumer-facing companies including Hindustan Unilever and Swiggy. HUL reported its strongest sales performance in 13 quarters, while its profit decline reflected a one-off tax credit in the prior-year quarter.

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