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ITC enters cola business to add more fizz to beverages portfolio

India's carbonated soft drinks market is intensifying as ITC launches a premium sugar-free Coconut Cola, aiming to compete with global giants Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. This move follows Reliance Industries' aggressive pricing strategy with its revived Campa brand. ITC plans to expand its beverage offerings, focusing on the premium, health-conscious segment, which is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing consumer preference for low- and no-sugar options.

Tata Consumer Share Price Live Updates: Tata Consumer Experiences Weekly Decline

Nestle to cut artificial colourings from all products by end-2026

Nestle is set to eliminate all artificial food colorings globally by the end of 2026, a significant move by the major food producer. This initiative, driven by consumer demand for healthier options and scrutiny of ingredients, extends beyond their existing efforts in the United States. The company invested heavily in research and development to find natural alternatives, aiming for simpler recipes that resonate with consumers.

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Godrej Consumer expands pet care brand across south India, targets Rs 500 crore biz in three years

Godrej Consumer Products is aggressively expanding its pet food brand, Ninja, aiming for a Rs 500 crore valuation within three years. After a successful pilot in Tamil Nadu, the brand is launching in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, with pan-India plans by FY28.

Tata Consumer Share Price Live Updates: Tata Consumer Reports 1.78% Increase Over the Week

Five Stocks To Buy: Maruti Suzuki, HCLTech, Tata Consumer And More | June 29, 2026

Top picks for Monday, June 29 include Maruti Suzuki, HCL Technologies, GMR Airports, Tata Consumer Products and Chalet Hotels.

India’s nutraceutical market set to nearly double to $57 billion by 2030 on preventive health boom

India's health-conscious population is fueling a boom in the nutraceutical market, projected to nearly double to $55-57 billion by 2030. This shift towards preventive care, supported by e-commerce and government initiatives, sees the sector growing at an impressive 10.5% CAGR. While regulatory efforts are strengthening, challenges like consumer awareness and scientific validation persist, yet the industry is poised for significant expansion.

Homebuyer can seek compensation for delayed delivery after taking possession: SC

Homebuyers can pursue compensation for delayed flat delivery even after taking possession, the Supreme Court ruled. The apex court overturned a previous order that denied a buyer's consumer status post-possession. The court emphasized that a claim for delayed possession arises before delivery and subsequent acceptance doesn't negate the right to seek adjudication. The case was sent back for a decision on merits.

Q1 earnings preview: Here’s what Nomura expects from Nestle, Titan, other consumer majors’ June quarter results

Nomura expects consumer staples to deliver a strong start to FY27, forecasting double-digit sales growth for several companies in the June quarter. The brokerage is bullish on Nestle, Titan, Britannia, Tata Consumer and Marico, citing steady demand, pricing gains and margin support despite higher raw material costs.

Buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends three stocks to buy on Monday - 29 June 2026

Sumeet Bagadia recommended these three buy-or-sell stocks: Dr Reddy's Labs, M&M, and Tata Consumer.

Consumer companies ramp up festive production on demand hope

Leading electronics contract manufacturers such as Dixon Technologies and PG Electroplast highlighted a "high" double-digit increase in orders across categories including televisions, lighting products, washing machines, and refrigerators. PG Electroplast, which supplies to brands such as LG, Midea, Voltas, Whirlpool, and Daikin, said its festive order book has grown by 40% over last year. Dixon counts Samsung, Xiaomi, Haier, and Philips among its customers.