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Unilever PLC ADR (UL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: UL (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $70.64
1 Year Target Price $70.64
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 7.6% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 152.92B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.9 | 1Y Target Price 70.64 |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.9 | 1Y Target Price 70.64 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 0.2 | 52 Weeks Range 52.97 - 64.57 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 52.97 - 64.57 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.18% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.61 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-31 | When Before Market | Estimate 1.84 | Actual 1.42 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.29% | Operating Margin (TTM) 18.85% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.66% | Return on Equity (TTM) 28.7% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 23.9 | Forward PE 17.21 | Enterprise Value 179565023840 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56 |
Enterprise Value 179565023840 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.58 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.69 | Shares Outstanding 2451840000 | Shares Floating 2431425542 |
Shares Outstanding 2451840000 | Shares Floating 2431425542 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 9.53 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Unilever PLC ADR
Company Overview
History and Background
Unilever PLC ADR was formed in 1930 through the merger of British soapmaker Lever Brothers and Dutch margarine producer Margarine Unie. Over time, it has grown through acquisitions and product innovations to become a global consumer goods giant.
Core Business Areas
- Beauty & Wellbeing: Includes skin care, hair care, personal care, and prestige beauty brands.
- Personal Care: Deodorants, skin cleansing, oral care, and hygiene products.
- Home Care: Fabric care, home cleaning, and hygiene products.
- Nutrition: Includes dressings, sauces, snacks, tea, and functional nutrition products.
- Ice Cream: Ice cream and frozen dessert brands.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by the CEO. Unilever operates with a dual-headed structure, with both a PLC (British) and NV (Dutch) entity, although they operate as a single economic entity.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Dove: Personal care brand offering soaps, body washes, shampoos, and deodorants. Competitors include P&G's Olay and Nivea. Market share data varies by region, but Dove generally holds a significant portion of the global soap and body wash market. Estimated Revenue $5B+.
- Hellmann's/Best Foods: Mayonnaise, dressings, and condiments. Competitors include Kraft Heinz's Kraft Mayo and Ken's Steak House. Market share varies geographically, but it is a market leader in many regions. Estimated Revenue $2B+.
- Lipton: Tea brand offering various tea blends and formats. Competitors include Tata Consumer Products' Tetley and Twinings. Holds a significant market share in the global tea market. Estimated Revenue $1B+.
- Ben & Jerry's: Ice cream brand known for its unique flavors and social activism. Competitors include Nestle's Haagen-Dazs and Blue Bell. Holds a strong position in the premium ice cream segment. Estimated Revenue $700M+
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The consumer goods industry is highly competitive and subject to evolving consumer preferences, economic conditions, and regulatory changes. Sustainability and health trends are key factors.
Positioning
Unilever PLC ADR is positioned as a global leader in consumer goods, with a broad portfolio of well-known brands and a strong presence in both developed and emerging markets. Competitive advantages include brand recognition, distribution networks, and innovation capabilities.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for Unilever's products spans across multiple sectors of the FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) industry, potentially reaching trillions of dollars. Unilever is strongly positioned, targeting significant segments within this TAM with its diverse brand portfolio.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global brand recognition
- Diversified product portfolio
- Extensive distribution network
- Strong R&D capabilities
- Commitment to sustainability
Weaknesses
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- Complex organizational structure
- Sensitivity to commodity price volatility
- Brand portfolio rationalization challenges
- Dependence on emerging markets for growth
Opportunities
- Expanding into new markets
- Acquiring complementary brands
- Developing innovative products
- Leveraging digital marketing
- Capitalizing on sustainability trends
Threats
- Intense competition
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturns
- Regulatory changes
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PG
- CL
- KHC
- NSRGY
Competitive Landscape
Unilever faces intense competition from large multinational corporations. Its advantages include strong brand recognition and a diversified product portfolio. Disadvantages include exposure to currency fluctuations and a complex organizational structure.
Major Acquisitions
Paula's Choice
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions):
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Unilever's presence in the high-growth prestige beauty segment.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Unilever PLC ADR has experienced moderate historical growth, driven by its brand portfolio, geographic expansion, and acquisitions. Growth rates have been influenced by economic conditions and competitive pressures.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates, which consider factors such as market trends, product innovation, and strategic initiatives. Analyst consensus suggests continued moderate growth.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include brand portfolio optimization, investments in e-commerce, and sustainability initiatives.
Summary
Unilever PLC ADR is a strong, well-established consumer goods company with a diverse portfolio of brands and a global presence. It faces challenges from intense competition and economic uncertainties but benefits from brand recognition and a commitment to sustainability. The company's future success relies on adapting to changing consumer preferences, effective innovation, and continued expansion into high-growth markets. Its strengths are undermined by its complex structure. Opportunities arise from trends to sustainability and health-conscious consumer choices.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Industry analysis reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates, which are subject to change. It is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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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 | Website https://www.unilever.com |
Full time employees 115964 | Website https://www.unilever.com | ||
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.
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