Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR): Hindustan Unilever Share Price Near 52-Week Low as FMCG Valuation Stays in Focus
- September 17, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
Hindustan Unilever Share Price is Rs 1,955.95, down 0.38% today, and trading close to its 52-week low, with market capitalisation at Rs 4,55,820.70 crore. The move keeps HINDUNILVR in focus for investors tracking Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today, especially because the verified data confirms the price event but does not establish a company-specific catalyst. On the day, the stock stayed below its 50 DMA and 200 DMA, which keeps the near-term setup weak even though the business continues to command a large FMCG franchise. Univest is watching the price action, valuation and sector comparison together because that is where the current signal is strongest.
The latest Hindustan Unilever Stock News therefore centres on share price behaviour rather than a fresh event trigger. For readers searching Hindustan Unilever Share Price, Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today or Hindustan Unilever Stock News, the key point is simple: the stock is near a one-year low zone, and the chart remains under pressure while fundamentals still look premium relative to much of the FMCG universe.
Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 1,955.95 |
| Previous Close | Rs 1,963.5 |
| Today's Move | Rs -7.55 (-0.38%) |
| Open | Rs 1,960.1 |
| High | Rs 1,968.7 |
| Low | Rs 1,954.9 |
| Turnover | Rs 0.98 crore |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,55,820.7 crore |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) traded at Rs 1,955.95 versus the previous close of Rs 1,963.5, a fall of 0.38%. The stock opened at Rs 1,960.1, reached a high of Rs 1,968.7, touched a low of Rs 1,954.9.
Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today closed at Rs 1,955.95 versus the previous close of Rs 1,963.50, a fall of Rs 7.55 or 0.38%. The day opened at Rs 1,960.10, touched a high of Rs 1,968.70 and a low of Rs 1,954.90. Turnover stood at Rs 0.98 crore, while market capitalisation remained Rs 4,55,820.70 crore, underscoring that this is still a large-cap FMCG name even as near-term price action weakens.
What exactly happened today is that Hindustan Unilever Share Price stayed under mild selling pressure and remained close to its 52-week low band. Because the stock is trading near that yearly low, the event matters more for price discovery than for a fresh headline. The exact move from the 52-week low reference is not supplied here, but the available numbers clearly place the stock near a support area that traders will monitor on the next session. For Univest readers following Hindustan Unilever Share Price Live, the immediate takeaway is that intraday momentum stayed subdued and the stock closed near the day’s low, which keeps the stock analysis focused on support and trend quality.
This sets up the next question for Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today: whether technical momentum can stabilise around support or remain weak below key moving averages.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,55,820.7 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 30.84x |
| P/B Ratio | 8.98x |
| ROE | 21.72% |
| ROCE | 28.98% |
| EPS | Rs 63.66 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 218.73 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.09% |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) fundamental metrics show P/E 30.84x, P/B 8.98x, ROE 21.72%, ROCE 28.98%. These figures provide context only and are not a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 455820.7 crore, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 30.84x, P/B at 8.98x should be read against the sector and peer benchmarks rather than as a standalone signal. Profitability is represented by ROE of 21.72% and ROCE of 28.98%, helping investors compare shareholder returns and capital efficiency. Additional supplied metrics include EPS of Rs 63.66, book value per share of Rs 218.73, dividend yield of 2.09%, adding context to earnings, balance-sheet value and historical payout. Against the supplied same industry benchmark, these figures can be compared with benchmark median P/E of 27.37x, median ROE of 15.75%, median ROCE of 18.11%. These numbers explain the fundamental backdrop without converting the article into a buy or sell view.
Sector and Industry Context
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sector | FMCG |
| Industry | Household & Personal Products |
| Benchmark Scope | same industry |
| Company P/E Ratio | 30.84x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 27.37x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 47.74x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 0x to 274.02x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 8.98x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 3.42x |
| Company ROE | 21.72% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 15.75% |
| Company ROCE | 28.98% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 18.11% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,55,820.7 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 1,481.48 crore |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) is classified under sector: FMCG and industry: Household & Personal Products.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a P/E ratio of 30.84x, which is above the benchmark median of 27.37x, a difference of +12.68%. P/E is a valuation multiple and is not, by itself, a buy or sell signal.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a ROE of 21.72%, which is above the benchmark median of 15.75%, a difference of +37.9%. Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a ROCE of 28.98%, which is above the benchmark median of 18.11%, a difference of +60.02%.
Track stocks falling to yearly lows through the Univest 52-week-low screener. The peer table below provides the company-level comparison.
Peer Comparison
| Company | Symbol | Market Cap (Cr) | P/E | P/B | ROE (%) | ROCE (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. | GODREJCP | 88,024.69 | 46.26 | 6.74 | 15.14 | 17.96 |
| Dabur India Ltd. | DABUR | 68,297.35 | 34.45 | 5.72 | 16.99 | 21.37 |
| Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd. | COLPAL | 49,637.38 | 37.62 | 26.07 | 80.8 | 110.06 |
| Cupid Ltd. | CUPID | 38,221.98 | 274.02 | 76.12 | 31.18 | 33.93 |
| Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Ltd. | PGHH | 24,682.66 | 31.22 | 28.73 | 120.51 | 157.81 |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a P/E ratio of 30.84x compared with the displayed peer median of 37.62x. This is a relative valuation comparison, not a buy or sell signal. Its ROE of 21.72% compares with a peer median of 31.18% across the companies shown in the table. ROCE stood at 28.98% versus the displayed peer median of 33.93%, providing a capital-efficiency comparison. Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a market capitalisation of Rs 4,55,820.7 crore. Among the 5 peers shown, 0 have a larger market capitalisation.
Why Investors Are Watching Hindustan Unilever
- Hindustan Unilever Share Price is trading close to a 52-week low, which puts price support and sentiment in focus.
- The RSI at 38.91 shows weak momentum, and the stock remains below both the 50 DMA and 200 DMA.
- The P/E of 30.84 and P/B of 8.98 keep valuation premium within the FMCG stock analysis framework.
- ROE of 21.72% and ROCE of 28.98% continue to show strong business quality.
- The company’s large market cap and steady dividend yield of 2.09% keep Hindustan Unilever Share Price relevant for long-term stock market tracking.
About Hindustan Unilever
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. operates in FMCG, specifically the Household & Personal Products industry. The company sells consumer staples across everyday household and personal care categories, which makes it one of the most closely tracked names in the Indian stock market. Its scale is reflected in the market capitalisation of Rs 4,55,820.70 crore and in the consistency of its profitability metrics.
From a business perspective, Hindustan Unilever Share Price is often assessed through the lens of consumer demand, pricing power, brand strength and return ratios rather than only through short-term market moves. The supplied revenue and profit figures show a large, mature franchise with meaningful earnings power. That is why Hindustan Unilever Stock News often attracts both defensive investors and market watchers looking for FMCG leadership. Univest treats the company as a benchmark consumer name whose share price can be weak even when the underlying business quality remains strong.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Hindustan Unilever Share Price falling today?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever Share Price is down 0.38% today, but the supplied data does not establish a company-specific catalyst. The move matters because the stock is trading near a 52-week low and below key moving averages.
What is Hindustan Unilever Share Price today?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever Share Price is Rs 1,955.95. It traded between Rs 1,954.90 and Rs 1,968.70 during the session and closed below the previous close of Rs 1,963.50. The stock moved -0.38% during the session.
Is Hindustan Unilever trading near its 52-week low?
Ans. Yes. Hindustan Unilever Share Price is trading close to its 52-week low, one-year low and yearly low zone. That keeps support levels in focus for traders watching price action and market sentiment.
How does Hindustan Unilever compare with its 50 DMA and 200 DMA?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever Share Price is below both the 50 DMA of Rs 2,019.19 and the 200 DMA of Rs 2,176.19. That keeps the broader technical structure under pressure. Comparable listed companies include Godrej Consumer Products Ltd., Dabur India Ltd., Colgate-Palmolive.
Is Hindustan Unilever expensive compared with FMCG peers?
Ans. The stock trades at a P/E of 30.84 and a P/B of 8.98. Those figures are above the same-industry median on both counts, so the valuation remains premium versus many FMCG peers.
What do ROE and ROCE show for Hindustan Unilever?
Ans. ROE is 21.72% and ROCE is 28.98%, both above the same-industry medians. That indicates strong capital efficiency and helps explain why Hindustan Unilever Share Price still draws investor attention. ROE stands at 21.72%.
What is the market capitalisation of Hindustan Unilever?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever’s market capitalisation is Rs 4,55,820.70 crore. That makes it a very large FMCG company, which supports its relevance in stock market and sector analysis. The company operates in the FMCG sector.
How much EPS and book value does Hindustan Unilever report?
Ans. EPS is Rs 63.66 and book value is Rs 218.73 per share. EPS measures earnings attributable to each share, while book value shows the accounting net worth behind each share.
What should investors watch next in Hindustan Unilever Share Price?
Ans. Investors should watch whether Hindustan Unilever Share Price can stabilise above short-term support and reclaim the 50 DMA. Market cap, valuation, dividend yield and FMCG peer comparison will also remain important.
