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HUL plans calibrated price hikes to fight rising input costs while protecting everyday demand volumes
Economy
Published on 30 April 2026
Low price elasticity could shield daily essentials
Hindustan Unilever says it will take calibrated price increases to offset rising input costs, while prioritising volume-led growth. The company believes volumes in daily essential categories will hold steady thanks to low price elasticity. HUL is also pushing savings across operations to manage short-term pressure without derailing its long-term growth plans.
- HUL will raise prices in a calibrated way to offset higher input costs
- Demand in daily essentials is expected to stay stable due to low price elasticity
- Company strategy centres on volume-led growth rather than only value
- Savings initiatives aim to cushion short-term challenges
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