Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) saw an increase in net profit from 2012-13 to 2013-14, however its cash balance only increased modestly. While HUL had significant cash from operations, this was offset by large cash outflows from investing activities like purchases of investments. However, HUL is unlikely to face financial difficulties due to its strong cash generation, high reserves, ability to raise funds via loans, and sell investments if needed. Shareholders can expect similar dividend payouts going forward and creditors are secure due to HUL's positive cash flow and low debt levels.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) saw an increase in net profit from 2012-13 to 2013-14, however its cash balance only increased modestly. While HUL had significant cash from operations, this was offset by large cash outflows from investing activities like purchases of investments. However, HUL is unlikely to face financial difficulties due to its strong cash generation, high reserves, ability to raise funds via loans, and sell investments if needed. Shareholders can expect similar dividend payouts going forward and creditors are secure due to HUL's positive cash flow and low debt levels.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) saw an increase in net profit from 2012-13 to 2013-14, however its cash balance only increased modestly. While HUL had significant cash from operations, this was offset by large cash outflows from investing activities like purchases of investments. However, HUL is unlikely to face financial difficulties due to its strong cash generation, high reserves, ability to raise funds via loans, and sell investments if needed. Shareholders can expect similar dividend payouts going forward and creditors are secure due to HUL's positive cash flow and low debt levels.
Ankit Arora Gursimran Singh Bharat Mendiratta Garima Sindhwani About The Company Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is an Indian consumer goods company based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. HUL's products include foods, beverages, cleaning agents and personal care products. Owned by Anglo-Dutch company Unilever which owns a 52% controlling share in HUL. Net income of HUL recorded for the year 2013-14 was 29,035.22 and for the year 2012-13 was 27,056.64 Net profit of the company for year 2013-14 was 3,867.49 crores up from last years figure of 3,796.67. CASH FLOW STATEMENT OF HUL FOR THE YEAR 2013-14 ALL FIGURES IN CRORES UNLESS STATED Is the cash balance increasing with an increase in profit ? Cash to Sales Ratio : 28324.11/28640.16 = 98.89% Net Cash from operating activities = 3724.15 cr Net Cash from investing activities = (513.16) cr Net Cash from financing activities = (2916.79) cr Net Increase In Cash & Cash Equivalents = 294.20 cr Major Sources of Cash Inflow are -: Cash from operations Sale of Current Investments Maturity of Bank Deposits ALL FIGURES IN CRORES UNLESS STATED Financing of Investments Purchase of Fixed assets 530.81 Investment in equity shares of a subsidiary 100.64 Purchase of current investments 9,537.48 Loans given to subsidiaries 261.77 Investment in bank deposits 2,549.72 12980.42 Sale proceeds of current investments 9,091.73 Loans repaid by subsidiaries 135.74 Maturity of bank deposits 2,641.19 Interest received 210.38 Dividend received from subsidiaries 130.63 12,209.67 Rest of the Investments i.e. 700cr (approx) were financed cash from operating activities , financing activities and drawing down cash and cash equivalents. ALL FIGURES IN CRORES UNLESS STATED Companys ability to generate future cash flows. Unlikely to default on Interest payments (Net operating cash flow = 3724cr , Interest paid = 40cr)
High levels of Reserves maintained by the company
Reduction in the amounts of dividends paid to the shareholders
The company has purchased current investments in the previous fiscal year which will mature in the present fiscal year.
Investments in bank deposits. ALL FIGURES IN CRORES UNLESS STATED Is the negative cash flow from investing activity straining the companys overall cash flow? (Investing) < Operating + (Financing) Withdrawal from the cash balance not required As a result, Cash (2013-14) > Cash (2012-13) ALL FIGURES IN CRORES UNLESS STATED Does the company enjoy financial flexibility? Yes! Huge cash balance High reserves and surplus Raise funds through loans D/E Ratio: 0.34 Can sell current investments ALL FIGURES IN CRORES UNLESS STATED Prospects of shareholders and creditors? Trade payable -> Cash flow from operation + Provision EPS: 17.56. Dividend paid: 11.43. Same percentage can be maintained looking at the EPS for FY 2013-14 Provided, no investment plans elsewhere. ALL FIGURES IN CRORES UNLESS STATED THANK YOU