Unilever's Financial Performance in H1 2025

Unilever plc announced on Thursday a turnover of €30.1 billion for the first half of fiscal 2025, marking a 3.2% decrease compared to the previous year. The company also reported a decline in diluted earnings per share by 3.7% year-over-year, settling at €1.42.

Profitability Challenges

The net profit saw a significant drop of 5.1%, amounting to €3.8 billion, while the operating profit experienced a sharper decline of 10.6%, reaching €5.3 billion. These figures highlight the challenges Unilever faces in the current market environment.

Future Outlook

Despite the downturn, CEO Fernando Fernandez remains optimistic about the company's future. "Our first half performance positions us well for the full year. We anticipate accelerated growth in emerging markets, especially in Asia, and sustained momentum in developed markets," Fernandez stated. He also outlined Unilever's strategic priorities, emphasizing a focus on Beauty & Wellbeing and Personal Care, increased investment in the US and India, and a stronger emphasis on premium segments and digital commerce.