Unilever CEO Hein Schumacher, on a trip to India, emphasized the country's crucial importance for the company's growth. He acknowledged moderate short-term growth expectations, citing returning rural demand and moderate inflation. Schumacher highlighted India's unique position with all of Unilever's core categories present, making it a priority market. He emphasized the company's commitment to both premiumization and its mass-market portfolio to cater to India's diverse consumer base.