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Disruptions in global supply chain and a surge in packaging costs have led to a shortage of local competition in markets like India.
Unilever leveraged supply shortages among local competitors in India to boost its volume growth.
KEY POINTS
- Hindustan Unilever achieved its highest-ever market share in laundry powders in India in Q1/2026.
- HUL sales from quick commerce doubled, and e-commerce turnover rose 25 percent in FY26.
- Unilever expanded HUL's outlet coverage by 200,000, now reaching 2.3 million locations across India.
- Home care inflation benefits HUL as local competitors face supply and cash constraints.
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