Today's Nifty FMCG Price
The Nifty FMCG index closed at Rs. 56,475.25 on Tuesday, 16th September 2025. The index experienced a decline of -0.13% during the day, in contrast to the broader market rally, with key constituent stocks facing selling pressure.
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Investors closely track the Nifty FMCG index today to gauge the performance of the consumer goods sector, which is a crucial indicator of India's domestic consumption trends. The fmcg nifty share price reflects the collective sentiment towards leading Indian consumer companies. You can analyse the detailed Nifty FMCG price chart to understand its intraday and historical movements.
Nifty FMCG Historical Returns
As of 16th September 2025, the Nifty FMCG historical returns are as follows:
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1 Week: +0.42%
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1 Month: +3.20%
- 3 Months: +3.44%
- 6 Months: +8.72%
- 1 Year: -13.31%
The historical returns show a mixed picture for the Nifty FMCG index performance. While the index has delivered positive returns over the short-to-medium term (one week to six months), its one-year performance remains in the negative territory. This suggests that while the sector has seen some recent recovery, it has been struggling with headwinds over the past year. The long-term performance, however, remains robust, underscoring the defensive nature and consistent demand for fmcg stocks in India.
Nifty FMCG News and Updates
The Nifty FMCG index saw a day of profit booking on 16th September 2025, even as the broader Sensex and Nifty indices closed in the green. Here are some of the key factors and news affecting Nifty FMCG:
- Underperformance Despite Broader Rally: On a day when the Nifty50 and Sensex registered sharp gains, driven by financial and auto stocks, the Nifty FMCG index was the only sectoral index to close in the red, with a decline of -0.27%. This indicates a shift in investor focus away from defensive consumer stocks towards cyclical sectors.
- Anticipation of GST Cuts: Recent market reports suggest that Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts could provide a potential volume boost for FMCG companies. While prices have remained stable, any benefit passed on to consumers could increase the sales of small-price-point packs, which are crucial for driving consumption, particularly in rural markets.
- US Federal Reserve Meeting: Investors are cautiously awaiting the outcome of the US Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting, where a rate cut is widely expected. The global market sentiment, including foreign institutional investor (FII) flows, will be influenced by the Fed's decision, which could in turn impact the Indian stock market and the performance of indices like Nifty FMCG.