Hindustan Unilever (HINDUNILVR) Share Price rises 2.01% as FMCG valuation stays in focus
- October 6, 2026
- Posted by: Kunal Singla
- Category: News
Hindustan Unilever Share Price is Rs 1,876.95, up 2.01% today, with market capitalisation at Rs 4,32,559.75 crore.
Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today: Price Action Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Price | Rs 1,876.95 |
| Previous Close | Rs 1,840 |
| Today's Move | Rs 36.95 (+2.01%) |
| Open | Rs 1,849 |
| High | Rs 1,878.95 |
| Low | Rs 1,833.65 |
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,32,559.75 crore |
| Market Cap Category | Large Cap |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) rose to Rs 1,876.95 from the previous close of Rs 1,840, a move of Rs 36.95 or 2.01%. The stock opened at Rs 1,849, reached a high of Rs 1,878.95, recorded a low of Rs 1,833.65.
The broader read from the latest Univest figures is straightforward: the stock was trading above the prior close and near the upper end of its intraday range. For readers following Hindustan Unilever Share Price, the main point is the combination of a modest opening gap, a higher high, and a steady position near the day’s peak. Market capitalisation stood at Rs 4,32,559.75 crore, which places the company firmly in the large-cap bracket. In that setting, even a 2.01% move draws attention because of the scale of the company and the regularity with which investors watch its daily price action. Hindustan Unilever Share Price therefore reflects not only today’s rise, but also the market’s ongoing interest in a large FMCG name.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) Fundamental Analysis
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,32,559.75 crore |
| P/E Ratio | 28.9x |
| P/B Ratio | 8.41x |
| ROE | 21.72% |
| ROCE | 28.98% |
| EPS | Rs 63.66 |
| Book Value Per Share | Rs 218.73 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.23% |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) fundamental metrics show P/E 28.9x, P/B 8.41x, ROE 21.72%, ROCE 28.98%. These ratios show where the company stands today and are not a call to buy or sell.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. has a market capitalisation of Rs 4,32,559.75 crore and falls in the Large Cap category, which gives readers a sense of company size before judging valuation. On valuation, P/E at 28.9x, P/B at 8.41x 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. According to latest Univest data, additional metrics include EPS of Rs 63.66, book value per share of Rs 218.73, dividend yield of 2.23%, adding context to earnings, balance-sheet value and historical payout. Against the latest Univest same industry benchmark, these figures can be compared with benchmark median P/E of 27.77x, median ROE of 16.99%, median ROCE of 19.01%. Together they describe the fundamental backdrop without implying 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 | 28.9x |
| Benchmark Median P/E | 27.77x |
| Benchmark Average P/E | 51.93x |
| Benchmark P/E Range | 8.47x to 303.44x |
| Company P/B Ratio | 8.41x |
| Benchmark Median P/B | 4.04x |
| Company ROE | 21.72% |
| Benchmark Median ROE | 16.99% |
| Company ROCE | 28.98% |
| Benchmark Median ROCE | 19.01% |
| Company Market Capitalisation | Rs 4,32,559.75 crore |
| Benchmark Median Market Cap | Rs 1,418.45 crore |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) operates in the FMCG sector, within the Household & Personal Products industry.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a P/E ratio of 28.9x, which is above the benchmark median of 27.77x, a difference of +4.07%. A P/E difference of this kind is a reference point rather than a recommendation.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a ROE of 21.72%, which is above the benchmark median of 16.99%, a difference of +27.84%. Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a ROCE of 28.98%, which is above the benchmark median of 19.01%, a difference of +52.45%.
Track stocks leading today through the Univest top gainers 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 | 86,264.61 | 44.78 | 6.53 | 15.14 | 17.96 |
| Dabur India Ltd. | DABUR | 66,878.18 | 34 | 5.64 | 16.99 | 21.37 |
| Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd. | COLPAL | 47,189.51 | 35.61 | 24.67 | 80.8 | 110.06 |
| Cupid Ltd. | CUPID | 42,074.43 | 303.44 | 84.29 | 31.18 | 33.93 |
| Gillette India Ltd. | GILLETTE | 22,778.04 | 34.1 | 20.89 | 67.53 | 90.62 |
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) has a P/E ratio of 28.9x compared with the displayed peer median of 35.61x. 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 4,32,559.75 crore. It is larger by market capitalisation than all 5 peers shown.
Why Investors Are Watching Hindustan Unilever
- Hindustan Unilever Share Price rose 2.01% today.
- Market capitalisation stood at Rs 4,32,559.75 crore.
- P/E ratio was 28.9 and P/B ratio was 8.41.
- ROE was 21.72% and ROCE was 28.98%.
- Dividend yield stood at 2.23%.
About Hindustan Unilever
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. operates in FMCG and the Household & Personal Products industry. The company is widely followed because its business is tied to everyday consumer demand, which gives Hindustan Unilever Share Price a regular place in market commentary. Its large scale, broad brand presence, and stable category exposure make it a core name within consumer staples coverage. The latest Univest figures also show that the company’s earnings and return ratios remain relevant to investors who track quality metrics rather than only intraday moves. For that reason, Hindustan Unilever Share Price is often monitored alongside other major FMCG names, sector medians, and peer comparisons.
Disclaimer: Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Uniresearch Global Pvt. Ltd. (Research Analyst, SEBI Reg. No. INH000013776, a subsidiary of Univest Communication Technologies Private Limited).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Hindustan Unilever Share Price rising today?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever Share Price is higher by 2.01% today, according to latest Univest data. The article does not assign a company-specific trigger, so the rise is best read as the day’s price action rather than a stated event.
What is Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today is Rs 1,876.95, according to latest Univest data. The stock traded above the previous close of Rs 1,840 and moved within a range of Rs 1,833.65 to Rs 1,878.95.
What is the market capitalisation of Hindustan Unilever?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever has a market capitalisation of Rs 4,32,559.75 crore, according to latest Univest data. That scale places Hindustan Unilever Share Price among the largest consumer names in the market and far above the same-industry median.
What does Hindustan Unilever valuation look like?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever Share Price carries a P/E ratio of 28.9 and a P/B ratio of 8.41, according to latest Univest data. Both ratios indicate a premium valuation context that investors usually compare with sector and peer benchmarks.
How strong are Hindustan Unilever ROE and ROCE?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever reports ROE of 21.72% and ROCE of 28.98%, according to latest Univest data. Both are above the same-industry medians, which gives Hindustan Unilever Share Price a healthy profitability backdrop in FMCG.
What are the EPS and book value for Hindustan Unilever?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever’s EPS is Rs 63.66 and book value is Rs 218.73, according to latest Univest data. EPS shows earnings per share, while book value gives a per-share accounting base behind Hindustan Unilever Share Price.
Does Hindustan Unilever pay a dividend?
Ans. Yes, the latest Univest figures show a dividend yield of 2.23%. That figure gives income context to Hindustan Unilever Share Price and shows that the stock carries a payout element along with its valuation profile.
How does Hindustan Unilever compare with FMCG peers?
Ans. Hindustan Unilever Share Price sits in a large-cap position with stronger returns than the same-industry medians. Its P/E and P/B remain above the benchmark median, while ROE and ROCE are also ahead of median levels.
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Use Hindustan Unilever Ltd. (HINDUNILVR) live share-price page, Univest top gainers screener, and Univest market blogs to review live stock data, top-gainers lists, and related market analysis. Hindustan Unilever Share Price Today can be followed with the same-page view of valuation ratios, sector context, and peer comparison. That helps readers see the day’s move without losing sight of the broader fundamentals. Hindustan Unilever Share Price is especially useful to watch alongside other FMCG names because scale and returns often matter as much as the latest move. Univest keeps the focus on verified price action and company fundamentals so that Hindustan Unilever Share Price can be tracked in a clear and consistent format.
