Unilever India lifts profit 18 percent by raising prices and cutting costs

The war is shaping retail shelves more than you think

Hindustan Unilever posted an 18% jump in profit, crediting a dual strategy of price hikes and cost cuts to offset volatility tied to Middle East tensions. With raw material costs rising across consumer goods, the company held its mid-term earnings outlook and flagged stronger fiscal 2027 prospects by leaning into premium products and focus brands.