Mumbai: Stocks belonging to sectors such as fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), agriculture, automobiles – especially two-wheelers and tractors – retail and hotels are likely to be in focus in the next few months, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast an above-normal monsoon. Sufficient rainfall in the June-September season can lead to faster growth … Read more
Stocks of Indian firms that earn a large chunk of their revenues from the nation’s hinterland are showing signs of a revival, as traders bet that bountiful monsoon rains will lead to better crop yields and boost rural demand. Motorcycle manufacturers, farm-equipment makers and producers of fast-moving consumer goods have rallied following forecasts of timely … Read more
Mumbai: The sharp gains in shares of fast-moving consumer goods companies could be the likely start of outperformance that the sector is set to see over the next few months, said experts, with gains likely even if shares are bought at the current levels. Shares of Marico, Godrej Consumer Products, Hindustan Unilever, Dabur India, Emami, … Read more
Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor, Tata Motors and Renault India posted the highest-ever share of sales from rural markets in calendar year 2023 amid improved consumer sentiments and better liquidity among the rural rich. However, inflationary pressures weighed on rural demand for fast-moving consumer goods and consumer durables. While the share of rural sales at Maruti … Read more
