Hindustan Unilever, India and Minimalist

Unilever's India unit to buy 'Minimalist' beauty brand, sees near-term margin pressure
By Praveen Paramasivam and Ananta Agarwal (Reuters) -Consumer goods maker Hindustan Unilever said on Wednesday it would buy the 'Minimalist' skin care brand and projected near-term margins at the lower end of its forecast range as it grapples with slowing urban demand.
Unilever India unit set to acquire beauty brand Minimalist
Unilever’s India unit is acquiring Indian premium beauty brand Minimalist. Hindustan Unilever (HUL) announced it will take a 90.5% stake in the company for a value of 29.55bn rupees (US$342.3m), including debt. HUL also said that within two years Minimalist would be owned wholly by them.
Hindustan Unilever to acquire Peak XV-backed Minimalist for over $340M
The deal gives Unilever’s Indian unit a stronger foothold in the premium beauty segment, adding to its portfolio of brands like Dove, Pond’s, and Lakmé. Minimalist, known for its actives-led skincare products, reported annual revenue run rate of over ₹5 billion and has been profitable since inception.
Unilever's India unit to buy 'Minimalist' beauty brand, posts marginal Q3 profit rise
(Reuters) -Consumer firm Hindustan Unilever said it will buy a majority stake in the 'Minimalist' skin care brand and reported a marginal rise in third-quarter profit on Wednesday, lifted by festive season demand and an ongoing recovery in rural markets.
Hindustan Unilever acquires 90% stake in Minimalist for Rs 2,955 crore
FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Limited has acquired 90.5 percent stake in skincare startup for Rs 2,955 crore in an all cash deal, the company said while announcing its quarterly results on January 22. The deal, one of the largest in the direct to consumer (D2C) space, will close by the end of the June quarter of 2025.
Unilever’s India Unit Will Acquire Premium Beauty Brand Minimalist
PARIS — Unilever ’s India unit is acquiring Minimalist, a premium beauty brand born in India. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. But Hindustan Unilever Ltd. said it is taking a 90.5 percent stake in the company through secondary buyouts plus primary infusion. Within two years, HUL should own the entirety of Minimalist.
Hindustan Unilever Bolsters Beauty Portfolio with $342M Minimalist Acquisition
Hindustan Unilever announced its agreement to acquire beauty startup Minimalist for approximately $342 million, marking a significant expansion in its premium beauty segment. The deal, set to close in the June quarter pending regulatory approval,
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