Fmcgs

Amul turnover crosses ₹1 trillion mark on domestic, global growth

Growth driven by domestic expansion and global push as dairy major enters Europe and US markets while strengthening its cooperative model

FMCG firms report steady growth in Q4 despite geopolitical headwinds

Leading FMCG makers reported resilient growth amid a stable demand environment in the March quarter of FY26, posting a healthy revenue expansion, even though geopolitical tensions in the Middle East markets remained a concern. The makers, such as Marico, Dabur and AWL Agri Business (formerly Adani Wilmar), have reported growth in both volumes and value, driven by pricing actions, category momentum and resilient domestic consumption, and growth from international markets except the conflict area. Makers expect margins to improve as inflation eases; however, they remain cautiously optimistic about the coming quarters. They expect the trend of domestic demand recovery to continue, aided by stable macroeconomic conditions and improving consumption trends. Homegrown FMCG major Marico, in its quarterly update, said its consolidated revenue grew in the "low twenties" year-on-year during the quarter, aided by pricing interventions, strong performance in hair oils, and robust traction in its

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4 despite global risks

FMCG companies expect steady growth in Q4FY26 driven by strong domestic demand, even as geopolitical tensions weigh on international markets

Results preview: FMCG companies may see limited war impact in Q4FY26

Impact to be seen in Q1FY27

FMCG firm Emami to acquire remaining 73.5% stake in Axiom Ayurveda

Emami will acquire full control of Axiom Ayurveda in a phased deal exceeding Rs 300 crore, strengthening its presence in health, wellness and the fast-growing beverage segment

Flipkart unifying technology under 'OneTech' as IPO window nears

The Walmart-backed firm is rebuilding its tech stack under 'OneTech', adopting AI-first systems and strengthening governance as it prepares for a potential IPO as early as next year

West Asia conflict: FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

FMCG firms are closely tracking crude-linked input costs amid West Asia tensions, while consumer durable companies have already raised prices due to rising raw material pressures

When night falls, chocolate indulgence sweetens India's qcom sales

Late-night chocolate cravings are driving quick commerce growth in India, with impulse buying, premiumisation and convenience reshaping consumption habits

FMCG sales growth moderates to 7.8% in December quarter amid GST revamp

Sales growth of the FMCG industry has moderated to 7.8 per cent in the December quarter of 2025 amid the GST rationalisation and a high base due to increased festival season sales, a report from data analytics firm NielsenIQ said. Volume growth has also dipped to 2.6 per cent in the December quarter on a year-on-year basis, which was the lowest in 2025, it said. "Both price and volume growth softened sequentially, particularly within traditional trade, which experienced temporary supply and pricing recalibrations during the initial phase of (new GST rate) implementation," said NielsenIQ India FMCG Quarterly Snapshot Q4 FY25. The moderation reflects a combination of a higher festive base in the previous year and transitional adjustments linked to GST 2.0 rate revisions, it said. However, the report also said that the recent data indicate improving availability of GST-related launches and pricing alignment across the retail network, suggesting stabilisation following the transition.

Urban-rural FMCG growth gap narrows in December quarter, says NIQ

Rural FMCG demand continued to outpace urban markets for the eighth quarter, but the gap narrowed as metro consumption improved and GST-related adjustments softened overall growth

FMCG companies worried about price pressure amid West Asia conflict

FMCG firms exporting to West Asia are monitoring the Iran conflict as rising crude prices and supply chain risks threaten higher packaging and freight costs, with exporters bracing for volatility

Crude oil prices, competition likely to dull paint makers' margins

Paint stocks slipped in FY26 Q3 as weak decorative demand, intense competition and rising crude oil prices outweighed hopes of a volume-led recovery

Investments in rural India aiding FMCG growth: ITC CMD Sanjiv Puri

ITC CMD Sanjiv Puri says government tax cuts and GST reductions are aiding consumption, as digitisation, rural demand and evolving GenZ and millennial preferences reshape FMCG growth

Homegrown players dominate FMCG market value in APAC region: Report

Home-grown FMCG brands now command 79% of APAC market value, signalling a structural shift toward purpose-led, globally competitive local players

FMCG makers looks volume-based growth in FY27 with Ebitda improvements

Leading fastmoving consumer goods (FMCG) companies expect volumedriven growth to take centre stage in the next fiscal year, supported by easing inflation and stable commodity prices that have begun to ease pressure on margins. In the December quarter, leading FMCG companies reported mid- to high single-digit volume growth. On their latest earnings calls, the industry captains said the operating environment is turning more favourable after several quarters of volatility. Key inputs such as edible oils, wheat, copra and surfactants softened, and with macroeconomic tailwinds including GST rationalisation, higher MSPs and a healthy crop season, FMCG makers anticipate sustained demand recovery. Most players have already taken calibrated price hikes earlier in the fiscal year and now expect growth to be led by volumes rather than pricing. Some companies indicated they may pass on some benefits of lower input costs to consumers through offers, increased grammage or selective discounts, ev

FMCG companies likely to see slow but steady growth in 2026: Numerator

Worldpanel by Numerator projects steady FMCG growth driven by consumption trends, though key categories may normalise amid GST shifts and early festive spending

FMCG firms focusing on driving volume growth in upcoming quarters

FMCG companies expect volume-driven growth in the coming quarters, backed by GST cuts and improving urban-rural demand, though selective price hikes may still be taken where needed

Dabur opens first South India manufacturing plant, to invest ₹400 crore

FMCG major begins work on its first South India manufacturing facility at Tindivanam, Tamil Nadu, with a ₹400 crore investment

Emami to re-deploy resources to boost growth, eyes strong summer sales

FMCG major Emami Ltd said it is re-deploying resources to drive growth in rural markets through small sachets and value packs, shifting focus back to its traditional stronghold after a period of concentrated efforts on modern trade and e-commerce. The company, known for brands like BoroPlus and Navratna, indicated that while digital channels have seen rapid expansion, the rural segment remains a critical priority for volume growth, the company said. "While our recent focus was on modern trade and e-commerce, we are now re-deploying resources to drive growth in rural markets," the management said during an analyst concall, adding that the strategy involves leveraging small SKUs (stock-keeping units) to improve penetration. "The next growth driver should come from rural areas, and our focus would be increasingly going into rural markets," the company said. A central pillar of the company's rural strategy is a renewed focus on small stock-keeping units (SKUs) to ensure affordability a

ITC to roll out freshness-led packaged foods via e-commerce platform

The FMCG major is piloting freshness-led packaged foods through its food-tech cloud kitchens, leveraging e-commerce platforms as it sharpens its premiumisation strategy