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flag Indian FMCG sales rose modestly in Q2 FY26, hindered by GST changes and monsoon delays, with some firms gaining and others declining.

flag Indian consumer staples companies saw stable demand in Q2 FY26, but growth was restrained by GST transition and an extended monsoon. flag Nestle and ITC’s FMCG segment posted strong gains, with Nestle reporting 11% revenue growth, while personal care firms like Hindustan Unilever, Dabur, and Godrej Consumer Products faced sales declines of 2% to 4%, and Colgate-Palmolive saw a 6% revenue drop due to GST disruptions. flag Companies countered with price cuts and increased product weights. flag Quick service restaurants remained weak, indicating uneven recovery in discretionary spending. flag Motilal Oswal downgraded Dabur to 'Neutral' over execution issues but maintained other ratings. flag Earnings were in line with expectations, downgrade momentum slowed, and the market is seen as healthier, with double-digit growth expected ahead.

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