Global Consumer Giants Bet Big on India Amid Rising Demand
Global consumer goods giants are placing big bets on India as demand and premiumization rise in the country. According to recent earnings calls, companies such as Mondelez International, L'Oreal, Reckitt, Unilever, Nestle, and The Coca-Cola Company see India as a key long-term growth engine.
Mondelez reported solid demand in India during the second quarter of 2026, with the company expanding its retail reach by adding 1,00,000 stores in the country. L'Oreal said its Indian business continued to accelerate in the first half of 2026, while Reckitt achieved high single-digit growth supported by broad-based gains across categories.
The companies attribute their performance to factors such as resilient consumer demand, accelerating premiumization, and rising market share across categories in India. As a result, they plan to increase investments and strengthen their Indian market presence.