India boosts growth in PepsiCo's food and beverage products; savory snacks share increases

Jubilant FoodWorks, the operator of the Domino's pizza chain in the country, presented a preliminary report indicating that consolidated operating revenue reached ₹2,569.3 crore, demonstrating a 14.1% increase compared to the same period last year.

Meanwhile, autonomous revenue from operations reached ₹1,848.5 crore, an increase of 9.2% year-on-year.

Sales Dynamics and Network Expansion

During the reporting period, the major fast-food player expanded its network by 76 outlets, bringing the total number of stores to 3,712 by the end of the quarter.

Regarding regional figures, Domino's India recorded a sales growth of 2.5% on a like-for-like (LFL) basis. At the same time, Domino's Eurasia reported a decline in LFL growth of 1.3% (after applying the Ind AS 29 standard).

Store Growth Details

Specifically, Domino's India added 58 new stores, ending the quarter with a total of 2,513 outlets. Domino's Eurasia expanded its network by eight new stores, reaching a total of 795 stores.

According to Rajan Bharti Mittal, ignoring India means missing a key growth story, as the country stands out as a rare bright example of development and resilience amid the restructuring of the global order.

Prospects for the Indian Economy

According to Rajan Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, any global corporate strategy that does not take the Indian market into account risks missing the defining growth story of the next decade. It is projected that the Indian economy will grow from its current $4 trillion to $10 trillion.

Growth Drivers and Partnership

Mittal emphasized that growth in India will increasingly depend on co-creation of value and long-term partnerships. He made these remarks during the UK-India Week 2026 event, as part of the session 'The Story of India's Growth: Building a Decade of Opportunity Between the UK and India.'

India as a Global Hub

He noted that due to strong domestic consumption, a young population, and growing manufacturing capacity, India is becoming an integral part of the world economy. In his words, this opportunity is particularly attractive for the UK-India corridor.

Benefits of Cooperation

Thanks to shared democratic values and institutional alignment, this partnership can go beyond simple trade and move towards integrated value chains. India can serve as a reliable base for production, innovation, and serving high-growth markets in Africa and beyond. Mittal also pointed out that adherence to the rule of law, the presence of independent regulators, and a democratic system strengthen India's position as a predictable and reliable long-term partner that will actively shape international discussions.