Global FMCG Giants Increase Investments in Indian Market

Global consumer goods companies are significantly increasing their investments in India, recognizing the nation as a key driver of growth. Major players such as Mondelez International, L'Oreal, Reckitt, Unilever, Nestle, and The Coca-Cola Company have reported strong consumer demand and notable market gains in the Indian market during the June quarter of 2026.

Mondelez International, known for brands like Oreo and Cadbury Dairy Milk, expanded its retail presence by adding 100,000 new stores in India, with its Chairman and CEO Dirk Van de Put describing consumer confidence as 'very strong' in the region. Similarly, L'Oreal saw over 70% growth in the Indian market, with CEO Nicolas Hieronimus highlighting the robust performance of e-commerce channels.

Reckitt reported high single-digit growth, driven by automation, increased distribution, and improved in-store execution. CEO Kris Licht emphasized the strong performance across their product categories in India. Unilever, whose Indian arm Hindustan Unilever Ltd saw a 10% revenue increase, also achieved record market shares in its major categories like Laundry and Hair.

Nestle SA, with a substantial 48.26% rise in net profit for its Indian operations, continues to view India as a substantial growth driver, with expectations of maintaining double-digit growth. CEO Philipp Navratil mentioned changes in sales tax as a tailwind for the company's continued momentum.

The Coca-Cola Company and PepsiCo have also reaffirmed their commitment to India. Coca-Cola, holding seven out of the top ten brands in India, is focused on enhancing brand equity and capturing future growth opportunities, according to CEO Henrique Braun. PepsiCo noted that its beverage and convenient foods segments contributed significantly to its revenue growth.