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Lever brothers is founded by WILLIAM HESKETH LEVER in 1890. Key player in food & household product industry. Historically grew through acquisitions .
LEVER BROTHERS, THE OLD NAME OF UNILEVER CHANGED INTO UNILEVER AFTER THE MERGER OF LEVER BROTHERS & MARGARINE UNIE IN 1930.
UNILEVER IS A MULTI NATIONAL COMPANY IT IS ONE OF THE LARGEST CONSUMER GOODS COMPANIES IN THE WORLD ITS BRANDS ARE ON SALE IN 151 COUNTRIES
UNILEVER DOESNT RETAIL UNDER ITS OWN NAME BUT WITH BRAND NAMES LIKE SURF EXCEL,LIPTON,SUNSILK ETC TODAY UNILEVER EMPLOYEES 179,000 PEOPLE IN 100 COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE
TIME LINE
19th century Although Unilever wasn't formed until 1930, the companies that joined forces to create the business we know today were already well established before the start of the 20th century. 1900s Unilever's founding companies produced products made of oils and fats, principally soap and margarine. At the beginning of the 20th century their expansion nearly outstrips the supply of raw materials. .
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1910s Tough economic conditions and the First World War make trading difficult for everyone, so many businesses form trade associations to protect their shared interests. 1920s With businesses expanding fast, companies set up negotiations intending to stop others producing the same types of products. But instead they agree to merge - and so Unilever is created.
1930s Unilever's first decade is no easy ride: it starts with the Great Depression and ends with the Second World War. But while the business rationalises operations, it also continues to diversify. 1940s Unilever's operations around the world begin to fragment, but the business continues to expand further into the foods market and increase investment in research and development. 1950s Business booms as new technology and the European Economic Community lead to rising standards of living in the West, while new markets open up in emerging economies around the globe.
1960s As the world economy expands, so does Unilever and it sets about developing new products, entering new markets and running a highly ambitious acquisition programme. 1970s Hard economic conditions and high inflation make the 70s a tough time for everyone, but things are particularly difficult in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector as the big retailers start to flex their muscles.
1980s Unilever is now one of the world's biggest companies, but takes the decision to focus its portfolio, and rationalise its businesses to focus on core products and brands. 1990s The business expands into Central and Eastern Europe and further sharpens its focus on fewer product categories, leading to the sale or withdrawal of twothirds of its brands.
The 21st century The decade starts with the launch of Path to Growth, a fiveyear strategic plan, and in 2004 further sharpens its focus on the needs of 21st century consumers with its Vitality mission. In 2009, Unilever announces its new corporate vision working to create a better future every day with brands that help people look good, feel good and get more out of life.
In the world of consumer products Unilever Pakistan has created an indelible name for itself with brands such as Lifebuoy, Lux, Surf and Walls. Unilever Pakistan Limited needs no introduction By far the largest consumer products company in Pakistan, UPL is a part of the consumer products giant Unilever. UPL was established some fifty years ago in the then newly created Pakistan. The town of Rahim Yar Khan was the site chosen for setting up a vegetable oil factory in 1958 and that is where the first UPL manufacturing facility developed.
Now a force to be reckoned with Today, Unilever Pakistan is a force to reckon with. Its contribution to Pakistan's economic development cannot be overestimated. Now operating four factories at different locations around the country, the company contributes a significant proportion of the country's taxes. It employs a large number of local managers and workers. It provides a pool of well-trained and highly motivated manpower to other segments and has introduced new and innovative technologies into the country.
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The UPL Head Office was shifted to Karachi from the Rahim Yar Khan site in the mid 60's. By this time the once dusty and sleepy village was the hub of activities for UPL. A residential estate situated near the factory is the home of UPL employees at Rahim Yar Khan.
Unilever Type Public company Industry Conglomerate Founded 1930 Headquarters Unilever House, London, United Kingdom Rotterdam, Netherlands Area served Worldwide Key people Michael Treschow (Chairman) Lord Simon of Highbury (Vice Chairman) Paul Polman (CEO) Revenue 44,262 million (2010)[1] Operating income 6,339 million (2010)[1] Net income 4,598 million (2010)[1] Employees 163,000 (2010)[2] Website http://unilever.com
Unilever Pakistan Type Public (KSE: ULEVER) Founded 1948 Headquarters Karachi, Pakistan Website www.unileverpakistan.com.pk
Unilever Pakistan Limited Company Snapshot Business Description: Unilever Pakistan Limited is a Pakistan-based company. The Company manufactures and sells food, beverage, home care and personal care products. Product brands include, Badami, Blue Band, Brooke Bond, Cornetto, Energile, Knorr, Lipton, Magnum, Pearl Dust, Rafhan, Wall's, Unilever Foodsolutions, Comfort, Rin, Surf Excel, Clear, Close Up, Fair and Lovely, Lux, Lifebuoy, Pond's, Rexona, Sunsilk and Vaseline. The Company is a subsidiary of Conopco Inc. USA and its parent company is Unilever NV Holland with 75.85% of its interests.
Ticker:
ULEVER
Country:
PAKISTAN
Exchanges:
KAR
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Sub Industry:
Diversified Food
2010 Sales
Currency:
78,285,999,2 77
Fiscal Yr Ends:
December
Share Type:
Ordinary
Stock Data:
5,888.88
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18.8%
13 Weeks 52 Weeks
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11.7%
50.4%
LAST 5,626 PKR CHANGE TODAY -261.49 -4.44% VOLUME 74.0 ULEVER On Other Exchanges
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DAY HIGH 5,900 52 WEEK HIGH 08/9/11 - 6,149 MARKET CAP 74.8B EPS TTM 270.74 EX-DATE 08/29/11 DIVIDEND 262.00 K = Thousands M = Millions B = Billions DIVIDEND YIELD P/E TTM SHARES OUTSTANDING AVERAGE VOLUME 10 D 52 WEEK LOW DAY LOW
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Unilever Pakistan Limited formerly known as Lever Brothers Pakistan Limited (LBPL) is a subsidiary of Unilever PLC, UK. ULEVER was incorporated in Pakistan in 1948 as Lever Brothers Pakistan Limited and merged with Lipton in 1989 and Brooke Bond in 1997. It became the largest ice-cream manufacturers in Pakistan through an amalgamation with Polka in May 1999. Following these acquisitions, including US-based Bestfoods, Unilever's foods business is the world's third largest after Nestle and Kraft. It is a global leader in culinary foods, ice cream, margarine and tea-based beverages. It is the largest FMCG in Pakistan and is listed on all stock exchanges of the country