India’s equity markets ended marginally higher on October 7. The BSE Sensex closed at 81,926.75, up 136.63 points (0.17%), while the NSE Nifty 50 settled at 25,108.30, gaining 30.65 points (0.12%).
Market participants will closely track auto sector performance, FMCG demand trends post-GST cuts, jewellery segment growth, logistics shifts, and real estate pre-sales momentum to guide stock-specific action in the coming sessions.
Tata Motors' luxury arm, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), reported a 24.2% YoY decline in wholesales to 66,165 units in Q2, while retail sales fell 17.1% to 85,495 units. The drop was attributed to a recent cyber incident, phase-out of older Jaguar models, and higher US tariffs, weighing on overall performance.
GCPL expects mid-single-digit consolidated revenue growth in Q2FY26. GST cuts on about one-third of its portfolio, including soaps and shampoos, are expected to drive volume-led growth. The company reported strong momentum in home care, while the personal care segment saw a slight decline.
Titan delivered strong Q2 growth, with domestic business up 18%, jewellery up 19%, and international business surging 86% YoY. The company expanded aggressively, adding 55 new stores, bringing its total outlet count to 3,377.
CONCOR has partnered with UltraTech Cement to transport bulk cement via specialized tank containers, shifting freight from road to rail. This first-of-its-kind initiative aims to reduce emissions, cut road congestion, and lower logistics costs while leveraging Indian Railways’ network for efficient, predictable supply chains.
Lodha Developers, in its Q2FY26 update, pre-sales rose 7% YoY to ₹4,570 crore, while collections jumped 13% to ₹3,480 crore, highlighting steady demand and strong cash flow momentum in the real estate segment.
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With developments across the auto, FMCG, jewellery, logistics, and real estate sectors, investors are likely to focus on company-specific earnings updates and strategic partnerships as the trading week progresses.
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Published on: Oct 8, 2025, 8:41 AM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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