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Unilever PLC ADR (UL)

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$60.92
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Profit since last BUY1.49%
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06/27/2025: UL (2-star) is a SELL. SELL since 2 days. Profits (1.49%). Updated daily EoD!

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Below Average Performance

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4 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $65.92

Year Target Price $65.92

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$65.92Target price
Low$52.67
Current$60.92
high$65.11

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 9.68%
Avg. Invested days 42
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 149.42B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 22.82
1Y Target Price 74.71
Price to earnings Ratio 22.82
1Y Target Price 74.71
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.22
52 Weeks Range 52.67 - 65.11
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 52.67 - 65.11
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 3.41%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.67

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 9.45%
Operating Margin (TTM) 17.29%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.07%
Return on Equity (TTM) 29.41%

Valuation

Trailing PE 22.82
Forward PE 16.56
Enterprise Value 176104292013
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.46
Enterprise Value 176104292013
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.46
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.48
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.83
Shares Outstanding 2452730112
Shares Floating 2456089445
Shares Outstanding 2452730112
Shares Floating 2456089445
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 9.09

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 65.92
Buy -
Strong Buy 2
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Strong Buy 2
Hold 2
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Unilever PLC ADR

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Unilever was formed in 1930 by the merger of the British soapmaker Lever Brothers and the Dutch margarine producer Margarine Unie. It has grown through acquisitions and organic growth to become a global consumer goods giant.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Beauty & Wellbeing: Includes skin care, hair care, and prestige beauty products.
  • Personal Care: Includes deodorants, oral care, and skin cleansing products.
  • Home Care: Includes fabric care, home cleaning, and hygiene products.
  • Nutrition: Includes dressings, scratch cooking, healthy snacking, and functional nutrition products.
  • Ice Cream: Includes ice cream and frozen dessert brands.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The CEO of Unilever is Hein Schumacher. The company operates with a global structure, with various divisions and regional teams.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Dove: Personal care brand. Competitors include P&G (Olay, Secret) and L'Oreal. Market share varies by product category and region.
  • Market Share (%): 15
  • Hellmann's: Dressings and condiments. Competitors include Kraft Heinz, Nestle. Market share varies by product category and region.
  • Market Share (%): 20
  • Ben & Jerry's: Ice cream. Competitors include Nestle, Haagen-Dazs. Market share varies by product category and region.
  • Market Share (%): 10

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The consumer goods industry is highly competitive and subject to changing consumer preferences, economic conditions, and regulatory requirements.

Positioning

Unilever is a leading player in the consumer goods industry, with a strong portfolio of well-known brands and a global presence. Their competitive advantages include scale, brand recognition, and distribution network.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for consumer goods is estimated to be several trillion dollars globally. Unilever is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market due to its diverse product portfolio and global reach.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand portfolio
  • Global presence and distribution network
  • Extensive research and development capabilities
  • Commitment to sustainability

Weaknesses

  • Complex organizational structure
  • Exposure to currency fluctuations
  • Dependence on mature markets
  • Vulnerability to changing consumer trends

Opportunities

  • Expanding into emerging markets
  • Developing new and innovative products
  • Acquiring complementary businesses
  • Leveraging digital channels to reach consumers

Threats

  • Intense competition from other consumer goods companies
  • Rising raw material costs
  • Changing consumer preferences and habits
  • Economic downturns and geopolitical instability

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Procter & Gamble (PG)
  • Nestle (NSRGY)
  • L'Oreal (LRLCY)
  • Kraft Heinz (KHC)

Competitive Landscape

Unilever possesses a well-diversified portfolio and brand recognition but faces intense competition from other global players. Some competitors might be more agile or focused on certain markets.

Major Acquisitions

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  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions):
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded presence in high-growth premium skincare category.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Unilever's growth has been a mix of organic expansion, growth from innovation and strategic acquisitions.

Future Projections: Analysts' projections for Unilever's future growth vary depending on market conditions and company performance. Check analyst reports for specifics.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on high-growth categories, divesting underperforming brands, and investing in digital transformation.

Summary

Unilever is a large, established consumer goods company with a strong brand portfolio and global presence. Its size and complexity can make it less agile, and it faces pressure from competitors. A focus on high-growth categories and sustainability initiatives could help drive future growth, but economic headwinds and changing consumer tastes are challenges to monitor.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Unilever official website
  • Financial news sources
  • Market research reports
  • Analyst reports

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change, and past performance is not indicative of future results.

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About Unilever PLC ADR

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 1988-01-04
CEO & Director Mr. Fernando Fernandez
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Household & Personal Products
Full time employees 115964
Full time employees 115964

Unilever PLC operates as a fast-moving consumer goods company in the Asia Pacific, Africa, the Americas, and Europe. It operates through five segments: Beauty & Wellbeing, Personal Care, Home Care, Foods, and Ice Cream. The Beauty & Wellbeing segment engages in the sale of hair care products, such as shampoo, conditioner, and styling; skin care products, including face, hand, and body moisturizers; and Prestige beauty and wellbeing products. The Personal Care segment offers skin cleansing products comprising soaps and showers; deodorants; and oral care products consisting of toothpaste, toothbrush, and mouthwash products. The Home Care segment is involved in the sale of fabric care products, including washing powders and liquids, and rinse conditioners; and fabric enhancers, and home and hygiene cleaning products. The Foods segment provides cooking aids and mini meals, such as soups, bouillons, and seasonings, as well as condiments, mayonnaise and ketchup, and food solutions. The Ice Cream segment offers ice cream products, including in-home and out-of-home ice creams. The company provides its products under the AXE, Ben & Jerry's, Clear, Cif, Closeup, Comfort, Cornetto, Dermalogica, Domestos, Dove, Dove Men+Care, Hellmann's, Horlicks, Knorr, LUX, Lifebuoy, Liquid I.V., Magnum, Nutrafol, OMO, Pond's, Paula's Choice, Pepsodent, Rexona, Sunlight, Sunsilk, Surf, TRESemmé, Vaseline, Wall's, and Yasso brand names. Unilever PLC was founded in 1860 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.