Fmcg Sector

Indian consumer firms to see Q3 margin spur as input costs soften: Nomura

Nomura sees GCPL, Tata Consumer, Marico, and Britannia as the key near-term winners of the commodity downcycle.

Consumption stocks yet to fully price GST 2.0 boost: Analysts

The consumer sector, according to a Motilal Oswal note, reported the third quarter of mid-single-digit earnings growth of 5 per cent year-on-year in Q2-FY26

Marico wins Street backing despite copra-led margin squeeze in Q2FY26

Strong top-line growth, resilient volumes, and sustained execution strength kept analysts confident about the company's medium-term outlook, with most brokerages maintaining a 'Buy' or 'Add' rating.

Tata Consumer back in high-growth lane; analysts raise targets on strong Q2

Tata Consumer Outook: Analysts believe the consumer goods major is reclaiming its high-growth momentum under CEO Sunil D'Souza, backed by strong execution, premiumisation, and sustained innovation.

Brokerages cut Dabur targets post muted Q2; recovery hopes on winter demand

Dabur Q2 results: Dabur reported a 5.4 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) rise in consolidated sales, led by 4.3 per cent growth in the domestic business, while India volume growth stood at 2 per cent.

ITC set for steady recovery as cigarettes, FMCG offset Agri drag: Analysts

Brokerages were unanimous that the non-cigarette FMCG business remains a bright spot in ITC's portfolio.

Double whammy hits Colgate: GST cuts, competition weigh on Q2 sales

Analysts largely agree that the toothpaste major's volumes and revenue were hit by a 'double whammy' of GST rate cuts and intensifying competition, with limited signs of a near-term recovery.

HUL, Colgate or Nestle? 2 of these 3 FMCG stocks can gain up to 15%: charts

FMCG Stock Today: Technical charts show that Hindustan Unilever and Nestle India seem to be favourably placed; while Colgate Palmolive stock can decline up to 7% from here.

The festive rush: How FMCG sector is driving Diwali purchases and demand

With Diwali just around the corner, the FMCG sector is seeing strong sales across categories, with edible oils, dairy, and snacks driving festive demand

FMCG set to turn the corner as GST 2.0 may boost spend, says report

According to the market researcher, rising commodity prices have led to a growing valley between volume and value growth

Marico eyes 30% Q2 revenue surge on price hikes; margin pressure temporary

Marico's India volumes are projected to grow 7 per cent Y-o-Y, while domestic pricing gains are estimated at 26 per cent.

Nuvama increases Bajaj Consumer target to ₹307 on GST boost, growth revival

Nuvama maintained a 'Buy' rating, underpinned by expectations of a revival in consumption and strategic focus on core categories.

September quarter set for GST hiccups, analysts back HUL, Britannia, Marico

Heavy rains in Q2FY26 adversely affected seasonal categories such as carbonated drinks, ready-to-drink juices, beer, ice creams, and hair/skin summer care products.

ITC, Nestle, HUL: Charts show 5 FMCG stocks on verge of fall; strategy here

Technical charts show that FMCG shares - ITC, HUL, Nestle India, Colgate-Palmolive and Marico were trading near key support levels; a downside breakout can trigger a fall up to 13% from here.

FMCG firms may shift to new GST regime without changing current price tag

The govt could allow discounts to be reflected in the invoice during the transition

FMCG majors cut prices as firms pass on GST benefit to consumers

Mother Dairy, Hindustan Unilever and others announced price cuts across dairy, foods, ice creams, soaps and shampoos, as GST benefits are passed on to consumers from September 22

Motilal Oswal upgrades Colgate to 'Buy'; HUL, Marico top picks amid GST 2.0

Motilal Oswal continues to favour leading staples companies, including HUL, GCPL and Marico, as beneficiaries of renewed consumption momentum.

FMCG sector set to gain as soaps, noodles, shampoo shift to 5% GST slab

The GST Council has moved several FMCG items to the 5% slab and exempted breads, paneer and milk, a move expected to lower prices, spur consumption and aid festive demand

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: FMCG; check top stock picks, targets

With inflation easing, borrowing costs falling, and recent income tax relief bolstering household savings, a clearer turnaround is expected in the second half of the fiscal year

Consumer goods companies bank on festivals for urban demand revival

While FMCG companies say that demand remains steady for urban, Colgate Palmolive India said in its earnings release that urban demand remained subdued in April-June.