Consumption

‘We serve premiumisation across all consumer segments and levels’: Q&A with Pernod Ricard India CEO Jean Touboul

“We invest continuously in our manufacturing footprint—95% of our volume is produced locally. And India is unique—it’s the only market…

December 2, 2025 22:52 IST

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran expressed optimism that India's economic growth will exceed 7 per cent this fiscal and the size of the GDP will cross the USD 4 trillion mark.

India to cross $4 trillion GDP this year, Growth to exceed 7% in FY26: Chief Economic Advisor Nageswaran

CEA Nageswaran said India’s growth will exceed 7% in FY26, with GDP set to cross $4 trillion, backed by strong…

November 29, 2025 13:50 IST

. Mobile phones have reached near-universal ownership across the country.

Mobile phones now reach 97% of Indian households; TVs no longer a ‘must buy’

In rural areas, mobile ownership jumped from 77.6% to 96.5% between 2011-12 and 2023-24. In urban areas, it increased from…

Updated: November 28, 2025 16:52 IST

This fall does not mean people are spending less on food in absolute terms. This means that the overall MPCE has risen.

The great consumption shift: How Indian households are choosing gadgets over groceries

Households are now spending more on items that build assets and improve daily life, such as personal goods, cooking and…

November 28, 2025 16:32 IST

Moody's said that India's domestic growth drivers underpin its economic resilience amid global uncertainty.

Strong domestic demand to drive India’s 7% GDP growth in 2025: Moody’s Ratings

Moody’s expects India to lead emerging markets with 7% GDP growth in 2025 and 6.4% in 2026, supported by strong…

November 28, 2025 12:57 IST

India private consumption 60% GDP vs China 40% Barclays 2026 report

Why India’s private consumption above 60% of GDP is a game-changer unlike China – Barclays explains

India’s 60% consumption share is reshaping Asia’s economic order, Barclays says, as China’s 40% demand model struggles to deliver sustainable…

Updated: November 28, 2025 11:05 IST

ICICI Bank predicts India’s Q2 GDP growth at 7.5% — What could challenge this upside?

ICICI Bank expects India’s real GDP to rise 7.5% year-on-year in Q2FY26, driven by rural demand, strong industrial output and…

November 26, 2025 14:14 IST

Labour codes to widen social security cover to 85% in 3 years: SBI report

Rs 75,000-cr consumption boost seen.

November 25, 2025 20:20 IST

Moody's Ratings said tax cuts in the current fiscal has dented India's revenue growth

Moody’s flags weak revenue growth for India as tax cuts reduce fiscal space

Moody’s said India’s tax cuts have slowed revenue growth, limiting fiscal flexibility even as domestic consumption and easing inflation continue…

November 25, 2025 17:51 IST

GST Cuts Propel Value Growth to 6.8% in October, Narrowing Urban-Rural Gap

Demand for FMCG revives in October on GST boost

Urban growth (6.3%) saw a sharp revival, narrowing the gap with rural growth (7.1%). Key categories like dairy (18.6%) and…

November 23, 2025 22:25 IST

Indian economy registered a 7.5 per cent growth in the second quarter

India’s Q2 GDP projection: SBI sees 7.5% growth, ICRA predicts 7%—What’s driving the divide?

India’s GDP is estimated to grow 7.5% in Q2 FY26, driven by rural demand, investment growth, GST rationalisation and festive…

November 18, 2025 16:29 IST

FMCG sector slowed to 5.4 per cent in volume during September quarter

India FMCG growth hit by GST 2.0 disruption; Rural demand growth outpaces urban

FMCG volume growth slowed to 5.4% in Q3 due to GST changes, but rural markets again led expansion. E-commerce and…

November 18, 2025 14:52 IST

Moody's Ratings expects India's economy to grow at 6.5% through 2027

India’s economy to grow at 6.5% through 2027: Moody’s Ratings

Moody’s Ratings forecasts India’s GDP growth at 6.5% through 2027, citing infrastructure spending and consumption as key drivers, even as…

November 13, 2025 12:32 IST

Bajaj Finance sees 27% growth in festive loan disbursals

Sanjiv Bajaj, chairman of Bajaj Finance, said the government’s next-generation GST reforms and personal income tax adjustments have provided a…

November 4, 2025 21:28 IST

Swiggy's Path to Profitability: Targets Quick Commerce Break-Even by Mid-2026 Despite Sale-Driven EBITDA Burn.

Swiggy’s net loss widens 74% to Rs 1,092 crore

Beyond delivery, Swiggy’s out-of-home consumption vertical, Dineout and SteppinOut, posted Rs 1,118 crore in GoV, up 52% year-on-year, and achieved…

October 30, 2025 20:28 IST

Bata India profit slumps 73% in Q2

Most analysts expect the firm to report better numbers in the second half of the year due to GST rate…

October 27, 2025 22:22 IST

India's economic growth outlook for the current fiscal year remains strong

India’s economy on solid footing as inflation eases, demand stays strong: Economic report

India’s economy is projected to grow strongly in FY26, buoyed by robust domestic demand, easing inflation, and supportive tax measures.…

October 27, 2025 14:16 IST

India's Company Registration Soars 108% in September, Signals Strong Investor Confidence.

Company registrations jump 108% in September

New company registrations in India surged by a record 108% year-on-year in September 2025, reaching 23,113. This exceptional growth, the…

October 26, 2025 17:39 IST

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BofA Securities expect Nifty to offer 11.4% upside in CY26

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Bank of America Securities predicts that the Indian equity benchmark Nifty 50 will reach 29,000 by 2026, offering an 11.4% upside. The report suggests that large cap stocks will outperform small/sid caps, and there are opportunities in financials, IT, chemicals, jewelry, consumer durables & hotel sectors.

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