NYSE:UN

Unilever NV (UN)

25.03
-0.34 (1.35%)
as of Jul 24, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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Unilever NV has recently come under scrutiny as analysts highlight notable challenges affecting its performance and strategy. The stock was labeled a top pick by some experts on June 2, 2025, despite having lost 4% of its value recently. Key concerns include a significant shift in consumer dietary preferences driven by the rise of GLP-1 medications, leading to a decline in the consumption of processed foods typically produced by Unilever. Additionally, the company’s merger with McCormick has been described as disastrous, indicating possible missteps in corporate strategy and execution. Overall, there seems to be a growing concern regarding Unilever's focus and future growth prospects amidst these evolving market dynamics.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jun 02/25, Down 4%)

He sold it last September. There were changes in diet due to the GLP-1 drugs, and fewer people eating processed foods. Their merger with McCormaick was a disaster. UN was losing focus.

TOP PICK

If we get a slowdown globally due to tariffs, consumer discretionary will struggle. This name is healthcare, personal care, and cleaning. Wanting to spin off lower-margin businesses. Much more globally intertwined than PG and others; 60% of revenues are outside NA. Global reach to improve margins and cut costs.

Struggling last few years, but over time you still get 10% return and very little risk. In one of the least volatile sectors. (Price target is in pounds.) Yield is 3.27%.

(Analysts’ price target is $59.15)
BUY

They will spin off Ben & Jerry ice cream, less healthy good, and doubling down on soap, fragrances and personal care which offer bigger margins.

HOLD

Owns shares in company and likes prospects of business. Under performance of company not a concern. Emerging markets will present opportunity for growth. Inflation has made for tough times on the bottom line. Would recommend investors to be patient. Expecting positive changes in company with new activist investors. 

BUY
UN vs. PG

Lots of activist pressure. Big and bulky, not growing in line with peers. Needs to improve efficiencies to boost profitability, possibly by breaking up or selling off divisions. Potential for earnings growth and multiple expansion, but you have to be patient. His preference on valuation.

BUY

Owns shares in the company. 
Consumer stable business. 
Large exposure to emerging markets.
Consumer packaged business expected to grow.
Inflation forcing company to increase prices.
Long term is a good investment.
~3.5% dividend yield.
New management later this year.

BUY
Well established company with many business lines around the world. Higher labor costs and inflation is a challenge for the company. Good company with a reasonable dividend. Excellent long term investment.
BUY
Well established company with many business lines around the world. Higher labor costs and inflation is a challenge for the company. Good company with a reasonable dividend. Excellent long term investment.
BUY
The USD has had a fantastic run, so why not buy these European companies that have so much of their sales in the U.S. You get them at a discount now, so they'll have the wind at their banks for the Euro and Swiss franc turn around against the dollar. He predicts a 5% lift in forex in the next 6-8 months. These companies have great balance sheets and cash in sectors that are global.
BUY
Company is good as it provides quality products that are globally diversified. Middle management being reduced is good for the business. Looking for an increase in the dividend. As Covid-19 ends, believes company will strengthen.
BUY
Not crazy about the fast, radical changes to a great company. Underlying value of the brands supports much higher share price. If market goes down, will outperform. Ongoing, really stable dividend growth well above inflation, with stock appreciation. Room for high-quality consumer stocks in everyone's portfolio.
WEAK BUY
UL vs. NSRGY He owns Nestle, reporting very good numbers and very good organic growth. The business itself is very good. Basically, it's a consumer tax. He continues to buy Nestle for new clients. UL has been a relative underperformer, though with potentially more upside.
BUY
Allan Tong’s Discover Picks The UN stock pays a dividend of 3.37% at a 77% payout ratio, safe though higher than the sector average of 58.53%. Trading at a 23.4x PE, UL trades slightly cheaper than competitors Procter & Gamble whose PE is 25x or Colgate-Palmolive at 26.3x. Read 3 Promising Euro Stocks to Buy for our full analysis.
HOLD
For income? She's adding to this and has long owned this. The share price is fair. 6% of revenues are in emerging markets, and that's why she owns it. Growth rates will be higher in EM while flat in developed countries. However, this reversed in 2020, because EM countries have been slower to contain Covid. At least you're paid 3.5% to wait.
TOP PICK
Shares are down 20% for little reason. Highly diversified, they're entrenched in emerging markets, though growth has slowed in recent years. He expects UN to shed the weaker tea division and buy brands in faster-growth organic health businesses. Pays a 3.5% dividend. There's consistent earnings and dividend growth. You need some consumer and healthcare stocks in addition to cyclical ones. (Analysts’ price target is $54.50)
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What is Unilever NV stock symbol?

Unilever NV is a American stock, trading under the symbol UN (previously UN-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (UN). It is usually referred to as NYSE:UN or UN

Is Unilever NV a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 1 stock analyst issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on UN (previously UN-N on Stockchase). 1 analyst recommended to BUY and 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is PAST TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Unilever NV.

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Unilever NV was recommended as a Top Pick by David Driscoll on 2026-07-20. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Unilever NV.

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On 2026-07-24, Unilever NV (UN) stock closed at a price of $25.03.