India Food and Beverage Sector FY2026 Half-Annual Review

Numerous policy developments occurred during the six-month period from March to September 2025, which could have a far-reaching impact on the food and beverage sector. The government initiated a long-awaited reform of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) consumption tax system, resulting in a reduction of taxes on a wide range of food and beverage products, thereby stimulating demand. Concurrently, the Indian government has executed numerous free trade agreements, including those with the European Free Trade Association and the United Kingdom, in the six months between March and September 2025. These agreements could expand the market for Indian exports, despite the uncertainty that the US tariffs have caused in global trade.

This report provides a complete and detailed analysis of the "Food and beverage production" sector for India. EMIS Insights presents in-depth business intelligence in a standard format across countries and regions, providing a balanced mix between analysis and data.

What this report allows you to do:

• Understand the key elements at play in the "Food and beverage production" sector in India
• Crystallise the forces both driving and restraining this sector in India
• Ascertain India’s position in the global sector
• Build a complete perspective on sector trade, investment and employment
• Understand the competitive landscape and who the major players are
• View M&A activity and major deals
• Gain an understanding of the regulatory environment for the sector in India.
• Build a clear picture of trends, output and consumption for specific sub-sectors