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Unilever PLC’s India Unit Exits Nutritionalab as Premium Growth Push Gains Pace

Unilever PLC’s India Unit Exits Nutritionalab as Premium Growth Push Gains Pace

Hindustan Unilever has sold its entire 19.8% stake in Nutritionalab for about 3.07 billion rupees, according to a March 4 filing. The sale follows board approval last month to exit Nutritionalab and acquire the remaining 49% of OZiva. HUL’s quarterly profit dropped 15% after price cuts and competition. Parent Unilever expects 2026 sales growth at the lower end of its target range.
FTSE 100 record close meets Iran-oil risk: what could move London stocks this week

FTSE 100 record close meets Iran-oil risk: what could move London stocks this week

The FTSE 100 closed Friday at a record 10,910.55, up 0.6%, marking its third straight all-time high. U.S.-Israeli strikes killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, prompting some oil shipments to pause and Brent crude to hit $73. OPEC+ meets Sunday to discuss a possible April output hike. UK earnings and U.S. payrolls data are expected to influence rate expectations this week.
Unilever share price set for test after €1.5 billion buyback meets cautious 2026 outlook

Unilever share price set for test after €1.5 billion buyback meets cautious 2026 outlook

Unilever expects 2026 growth at the lower end of its 4%-6% target and announced a €1.5 billion share buyback set for the second quarter. Shares fell up to 3.6% after the update, as the company flagged modest margin improvement and plans to sell its 19.9% stake in The Magnum Ice Cream Company. Magnum’s shares dropped over 14% after its first standalone earnings report.
13 February 2026
FTSE 100 today: Schroders deal sparks record high, but London shares end lower on weak UK growth

FTSE 100 today: Schroders deal sparks record high, but London shares end lower on weak UK growth

The FTSE 100 closed down 0.67% at 10,402.44 after hitting a record intraday high, as weak GDP and business investment data weighed. Schroders surged on a £9.9 billion takeover offer from Nuveen, the largest-ever for a European fund manager. The FTSE 250 fell 0.48%. Investors expect the Bank of England may cut rates at its March 19 meeting.
Unilever share price flat at Friday close — what could move ULVR ahead of Feb 12 results

Unilever share price flat at Friday close — what could move ULVR ahead of Feb 12 results

Unilever shares closed flat at 5,250 pence Friday, with about 3.2 million shares traded. The company will report full-year results on Feb. 12, its first major update since spinning off its ice cream unit. Investors expect guidance on 2026 sales, margins, and cost savings. Unilever has forecast 2025 underlying sales growth of 3% to 5% and second-half margins of at least 19.5%.
Unilever share price holds at 5,250p as results week looms — what investors watch next

Unilever share price holds at 5,250p as results week looms — what investors watch next

Unilever shares closed flat at 5,250p in London Friday, underperforming the FTSE 100’s 0.6% gain. The company issued 4.2 million new shares for employee plans, bringing total shares to over 2.18 billion. Investors await Q4 and full-year results on Feb. 12, with analyst consensus pointing to 3.9% Q4 sales growth. Unilever’s U.S. ADR rose 0.8% to $72.12.
UK stock market today: FTSE 100 steadies as miners tumble in metals rout, BoE looms

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 steadies as miners tumble in metals rout, BoE looms

FTSE 100 edged up 0.1% by late morning as defensive shares offset sharp losses in mining stocks. Commodity prices tumbled after President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as Fed chair, with gold down 5% and silver over 7%. FTSE 250 fell 0.4%, led by declines in Auction Technology Group and Ocado. UK manufacturing PMI rose to 51.8 in January, signaling growth.
Unilever share price slips on Alicorp deal: what ULVR investors are watching next

Unilever share price slips on Alicorp deal: what ULVR investors are watching next

Unilever shares fell 0.45% to 4,793.75 pence in early London trading after the company agreed to sell its home care business in Colombia and Ecuador to Alicorp. No price or timeline was disclosed. The deal includes brands such as Fab, 3D, Aromatel, and Deja and awaits regulatory approval. Investors are watching for further portfolio changes ahead of Unilever’s mid-February earnings.
29 January 2026
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