Hindustan Unilever Limited
Hindustan Unilever Limited, a consumer good company, manufactures and sells food, home care, personal care, and refreshment products in India and internationally. It operates through the Home Care, Beauty and Wellbeing, Personal Care, Foods, and Other segments. The Home Care segment offers detergent bars, detergent powders, detergent liquids, and scourers. Its Beauty and Wellbeing segment provide… Read more
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HINDUNILVR) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of September 2025: ₹491.62 Billion INR
Based on the latest financial reports, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HINDUNILVR) has net assets worth ₹491.62 Billion INR as of September 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (₹820.34 Billion) and total liabilities (₹328.72 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | ₹491.62 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 59.93% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 16.02% |
| 5-Year Change | 4.02% |
| 10-Year Change | 1141.23% |
| Growth Volatility | 102.28 |
Hindustan Unilever Limited - Net Assets Trend (2004–2025)
This chart illustrates how Hindustan Unilever Limited's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Hindustan Unilever Limited (2004–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Hindustan Unilever Limited from 2004 to 2025.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-31 | ₹496.09 Billion | -3.53% |
| 2024-03-31 | ₹514.23 Billion | +1.78% |
| 2023-03-31 | ₹505.22 Billion | +2.92% |
| 2022-03-31 | ₹490.87 Billion | +2.92% |
| 2021-03-31 | ₹476.94 Billion | +478.39% |
| 2020-03-31 | ₹82.46 Billion | +4.58% |
| 2019-03-31 | ₹78.85 Billion | +8.00% |
| 2018-03-31 | ₹73.01 Billion | +7.91% |
| 2017-03-31 | ₹67.66 Billion | +69.29% |
| 2016-03-31 | ₹39.97 Billion | -1.23% |
| 2015-03-31 | ₹40.46 Billion | +13.68% |
| 2014-03-31 | ₹35.60 Billion | +23.36% |
| 2013-03-31 | ₹28.86 Billion | -22.00% |
| 2012-03-31 | ₹36.99 Billion | +35.81% |
| 2011-03-31 | ₹27.24 Billion | +1.66% |
| 2010-03-31 | ₹26.79 Billion | +24.90% |
| 2009-03-31 | ₹21.45 Billion | +41.73% |
| 2008-03-31 | ₹15.14 Billion | -42.41% |
| 2007-03-31 | ₹26.28 Billion | +20.92% |
| 2006-03-31 | ₹21.73 Billion | +1.15% |
| 2005-03-31 | ₹21.49 Billion | -1.85% |
| 2004-03-31 | ₹21.89 Billion | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Hindustan Unilever Limited's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 8622000000000.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (March 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | ₹86.22 Billion | 17.45% |
| Common Stock | ₹2.35 Billion | 0.48% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | ₹1.99 Billion | 0.40% |
| Other Components | ₹403.46 Billion | 81.67% |
| Total Equity | ₹494.02 Billion | 100.00% |
Hindustan Unilever Limited Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Hindustan Unilever Limited ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Fanuc Corporation
PINK:FANUF
|
$25.42 Billion |
|
Royal Bank of Canada (Montreal Quebec) Pfd Shs Ser AA
OTCGREY:RYLBF
|
$25.45 Billion |
|
Expand Energy Corporation
NASDAQ:EXE
|
$25.47 Billion |
|
Raymond James Financial Inc.
NYSE:RJF
|
$25.49 Billion |
|
Komatsu Ltd
PINK:KMTUF
|
$25.29 Billion |
|
Chubb Limited
SA:C1BL34
|
$25.25 Billion |
|
Cincinnati Financial Corporation
NASDAQ:CINF
|
$25.17 Billion |
|
Orange S.A.
PINK:ORANY
|
$25.13 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Hindustan Unilever Limited's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 512,180,000,000 to 494,020,000,000, a change of -18,160,000,000 (-3.5%).
- Net income of 106,490,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 124,730,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 70,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | ₹106.49 Billion | +21.56% |
| Dividends Paid | ₹124.73 Billion | -25.25% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | ₹70.00 Million | +0.01% |
| Other Changes | ₹10.00 Million | +0.0% |
| Total Change | ₹- | -3.55% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Hindustan Unilever Limited's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 10.27x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 218.32x to 10.27x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-03-31 | ₹9.89 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2005-03-31 | ₹9.71 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2006-03-31 | ₹9.86 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2007-03-31 | ₹11.90 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2008-03-31 | ₹6.82 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2009-03-31 | ₹9.77 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2010-03-31 | ₹12.22 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2011-03-31 | ₹12.41 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2012-03-31 | ₹17.03 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2013-03-31 | ₹13.25 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2014-03-31 | ₹16.35 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2015-03-31 | ₹18.58 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2016-03-31 | ₹18.35 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2017-03-31 | ₹31.16 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2018-03-31 | ₹33.63 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2019-03-31 | ₹36.34 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2020-03-31 | ₹38.01 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2021-03-31 | ₹202.90 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2022-03-31 | ₹208.81 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2023-03-31 | ₹214.10 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2024-03-31 | ₹217.99 | ₹2158.20 | x |
| 2025-03-31 | ₹210.24 | ₹2158.20 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Hindustan Unilever Limited utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 21.56%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 16.94%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.79x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.62x
- Recent ROE (21.56%) is below the historical average (72.92%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 77.13% | 15.86% | 1.31x | 3.72x | ₹14.61 Billion |
| 2005 | 56.42% | 10.45% | 1.48x | 3.66x | ₹9.92 Billion |
| 2006 | 62.62% | 11.77% | 1.72x | 3.09x | ₹11.42 Billion |
| 2007 | 72.20% | 15.29% | 1.65x | 2.87x | ₹16.32 Billion |
| 2008 | 127.23% | 13.82% | 1.98x | 4.65x | ₹17.68 Billion |
| 2009 | 116.77% | 12.17% | 2.36x | 4.06x | ₹22.77 Billion |
| 2010 | 80.81% | 12.16% | 1.83x | 3.64x | ₹18.90 Billion |
| 2011 | 85.14% | 11.54% | 1.92x | 3.85x | ₹20.36 Billion |
| 2012 | 75.81% | 11.97% | 2.04x | 3.10x | ₹24.23 Billion |
| 2013 | 133.66% | 14.27% | 2.22x | 4.22x | ₹35.43 Billion |
| 2014 | 111.54% | 13.60% | 2.11x | 3.89x | ₹35.92 Billion |
| 2015 | 108.49% | 13.76% | 2.20x | 3.59x | ₹39.61 Billion |
| 2016 | 102.79% | 12.68% | 2.12x | 3.82x | ₹36.85 Billion |
| 2017 | 66.37% | 13.50% | 2.11x | 2.33x | ₹38.02 Billion |
| 2018 | 71.61% | 14.74% | 1.98x | 2.45x | ₹44.86 Billion |
| 2019 | 76.95% | 15.47% | 2.10x | 2.37x | ₹52.67 Billion |
| 2020 | 82.00% | 17.04% | 1.97x | 2.45x | ₹59.25 Billion |
| 2021 | 16.77% | 17.04% | 0.68x | 1.44x | ₹32.28 Billion |
| 2022 | 18.10% | 16.98% | 0.74x | 1.44x | ₹39.73 Billion |
| 2023 | 20.12% | 16.75% | 0.83x | 1.45x | ₹50.90 Billion |
| 2024 | 20.07% | 16.65% | 0.79x | 1.53x | ₹51.55 Billion |
| 2025 | 21.56% | 16.94% | 0.79x | 1.62x | ₹57.09 Billion |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Hindustan Unilever Limited's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Household & Personal Products industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Household & Personal Products
- Average net assets among peers: $27,478,567,419
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 15.22%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindustan Unilever Limited (HINDUNILVR) | ₹491.62 Billion | 77.13% | 0.67x | $25.41 Billion |
| Ambica Agarbathies & Aroma industries Limited (AMBICAAGAR) | $285.82 Million | 5.48% | 1.87x | $1.41 Million |
| Bajaj Consumer Care Limited (BAJAJCON) | $7.48 Billion | 16.75% | 0.20x | $292.15 Million |
| Cupid Limited (CUPID) | $759.35 Million | 20.03% | 0.22x | $67.40 Million |
| Dabur India Limited (DABUR) | $103.03 Billion | 17.88% | 0.47x | $3.08 Billion |
| Emami Limited (EMAMILTD) | $20.14 Billion | 15.25% | 0.39x | $936.77 Million |
| Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GODREJCP) | $94.39 Billion | 18.23% | 0.51x | $4.36 Billion |
| Honasa Consumer Limited (HONASA) | $7.06 Billion | 2.23% | 0.47x | $447.54 Million |
| JHS Svendgaard Laboratories Limited (JHS) | $136.02 Million | 29.61% | 1.00x | $4.39 Million |
| Jyothy Labs Limited (JYOTHYLAB) | $14.03 Billion | 11.55% | 0.44x | $278.06 Million |