
Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has attracted positive views from several global brokerages after its latest earnings performance. Thomas V. Abraham, Research Analyst, Mirae Asset Sharekhan, believes the FMCG sector remains a strong long-term consumption story, with HUL benefiting from its wide distribution network and brand strength. While near-term challenges like pricing pressure, raw material costs, and urban-rural demand differences remain, he expects margins and growth prospects to improve over time. With premium segments gaining momentum and consumption trends recovering, HUL could remain a strong long-term investment opportunity, according to the expert.