Unilever PLC ADR (UL)

Sep 25, 2026

Envestnet Asset Management Inc. reduced its stake in Unilever PLC (NYSE:UL) by 6.5% in the second quarter, selling 295,869 shares. Despite the sale, Envestnet still holds over 4.2 million shares valued at approximately $253.9 million. Unilever's recent quarterly earnings missed analyst expectations, reporting $0.59 EPS versus an estimated $1.84, and revenue of $14.62 billion against an expected $14.80 billion.

Sep 21, 2026

Unilever PLC, a consumer defensive giant with a $99.5 billion market cap, presents a potential 14% upside according to analysts. Despite trading below its 50-day moving average, the company boasts strong profitability with 0.50% revenue growth, a 31.87% return on equity, and $6.73 billion in free cash flow, alongside an attractive 3.57% dividend yield. Its diversified brand portfolio and global footprint contribute to its resilience and strategic positioning for growth.

Sep 18, 2026

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a Phase 1 investigation into McCormick & Co.'s $45 billion acquisition of a majority of Unilever Plc's food business. The investigation, which has a Nov. 11 deadline, follows concerns about potential competition issues, especially given the combined market power in mustard and mayonnaise brands. Unilever has already offered to sell its Colman's mustard brand to address these concerns.

Sep 17, 2026

Bank of America Corp DE significantly reduced its stake in Unilever PLC, selling 20% of its holdings, which amounted to 1.33 million shares during the second quarter. Despite this, other institutional investors, such as Lazard Asset Management, increased their positions, contributing to institutional and hedge fund ownership of 9.67% of Unilever. The company's recent quarterly earnings missed analyst expectations, and the stock currently holds a consensus "Hold" rating with a target price of $65.55.

Sep 16, 2026

Unilever PLC (NYSE:UL) experienced a substantial 74.2% increase in short interest during August, reaching 4.15 million shares. This surge occurred as the company reported quarterly results that fell short of analyst expectations for both EPS and revenue. Despite mixed analyst sentiment, the stock maintains an average "Hold" rating with a consensus price target of $65.55.

Sep 16, 2026

Britain's competition regulator has launched an investigation into the proposed $65 billion merger between Unilever's foods business and U.S. spice maker McCormick. The Competition and Markets Authority will assess whether the deal could reduce competition in the UK, with a Phase 1 decision deadline set for November 11. If approved, the merger would create one of the world's largest flavorings and food product companies, combining major household brands.

Sep 16, 2026

Unilever is reportedly refusing to negotiate a global two-year employment guarantee with the International Union of Food, Agricultural, Hotel, Restaurant, Catering, Tobacco and Allied Workers' Associations (IUF) for workers affected by its food business merger with McCormick. While Unilever agreed to protect European and British workers' terms for two years, it insists on local or regional negotiations for staff outside Europe, a stance the IUF has criticized as a "double standard." The IUF represents Unilever workers across five continents and plans to take "further steps" to secure the global commitment.

Sep 14, 2026

Unilever PLC (ULVR) shares rose 3.20% on Monday to £46.97, outperforming the broader market as the FTSE 100 Index increased by 0.44%. The company's stock closed 15.25% below its 52-week high.

Sep 13, 2026

The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company recently acquired 172,056 shares of Unilever PLC (NYSE:UL), valued at approximately $10.3 million, during the second quarter. Other institutional investors have also increased their stakes in Unilever. The company's stock opened at $62.01, with analysts currently holding an average "Hold" rating and a price target of $65.55, despite missing recent quarterly EPS and revenue estimates.