This document provides a financial analysis of Unilever comparing their 3rd quarter results from 2012 to 2013. It includes information on Unilever's geographical sales breakdown, stock price performance, key financial ratios comparing them to industry averages, and details on their dividend payments which rose 10% from Q3 2012 to Q3 2013. The document concludes that Unilever has strong knowhow, continues growing, and provides dividends to shareholders while still having lots of potential. Sources used are listed at the end.
8. Financial ratios
Current Ratio, comparison to industry
2012
2010
2009
2008
Unilever NV
0,77
0,80
0,92
0,93
0,81
Industry consumer
goods
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2011
1,10
1,10
1,20
1,10
1,07
<1: negative
1,5 – 2: healthy
Quick Ratio, comparison to industry
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
Unilever NV
0,43
0,49
0,47
0,57
0,48
Industry consumer
goods
0,74
0,75
0,82
0,70
0,69
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9. Financial news
• Dividend information
Dividend period
Dividend per ordinary share
Payment date
Q3 2012
0,2430
12/12/2012
Q3 2013
0,2690
11/12/2013
Rise of 10%
