Hindustan Unilever’s stock rose 3.5% after reporting June quarter results that exceeded expectations, despite a slight dip in Ebitda margin due to increased advertising. Sales volume grew by 4%, with underlying sales growth reaching 5%. The company anticipates sustained business momentum, driven by price increases and stable input costs, expecting Ebitda margins to remain between 22% and 23%.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Q1 profit jumps 35% on strong income growth
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