Akshara Srivastava

Akshara Srivastava

Akshara Srivastava tracks the Indian consumption story at Business Standard. From fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) to offline retail and luxury, along with hospitality and travel, she has a deep interest in uncovering the trends and nuances shaping consumer behaviour across these sectors. She also reports on the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and the FSSAI.

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Mother Dairy eyes ₹24,000 crore topline in FY27 amid expansion push

Mother Dairy is targeting over 20 per cent revenue growth in FY27 as it expands beyond its core markets, boosts capacity, and strengthens its national presence

Updated On: 22 Apr 2026 | 8:10 PM IST

Hilton, Olive sign India's first 10 Spark hotels; two to open this year

Partnership targets India's growing mid-market hospitality segment, with plans to open two Spark by Hilton hotels this year across key business and leisure hubs

Updated On: 22 Apr 2026 | 12:13 AM IST

Nestle India's Q4 net profit rises 27.2% on margin expansion, volume growth

The maker of KitKat reported revenue rising 22.6 per cent to Rs 6,747.8 crore and high double-digit growth, along with its highest-ever domestic sales of Rs 6,445 crore, in its release

Updated On: 21 Apr 2026 | 11:48 PM IST

In uncertain times, travel platform Thomas Cook launches visa insurance

Thomas Cook India launches visa rejection insurance to protect travellers from non-refundable losses amid evolving global travel uncertainties

Updated On: 20 Apr 2026 | 7:21 PM IST

Brands chase flyers as new airports open a runway to revenue for retail

Booming air travel and new airports turn terminals into retail hotspots, with brands betting big on premium, high-intent consumers in transit

Updated On: 19 Apr 2026 | 11:25 PM IST

Marriott debuts Autograph Collection brand in India with Karnal hotel

The global hospitality major debuts its Autograph Collection brand in India with Noormahal in Karnal, marking the launch of its 19th brand and expanding its portfolio in the country

Updated On: 18 Apr 2026 | 4:34 PM IST

PepsiCo reports steady Q1 growth, flags no impact from West Asia conflict

PepsiCo reports 6 per cent organic growth in global foods business in Q1CY26, driven by markets including India, while CEO says West Asia conflict has not impacted operations

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 7:31 PM IST

Akshaya Tritiya likely to keep its shine under gold's costly glare

Jewellery retailers expect strong Akshaya Tritiya demand despite high gold prices, supported by festive sentiment, wedding season demand and growing interest in diamond jewellery

Updated On: 15 Apr 2026 | 3:49 PM IST

Listed hotel companies may add 70,000 keys to sector by FY30: CBRE

India's hospitality sector is set for long-term expansion as strong domestic tourism, rising incomes and premiumisation trends drive hotel chains to add over 70,000 keys by 2030

Updated On: 14 Apr 2026 | 11:29 PM IST

Soft drink bottlers set for growth; margins under pressure: Crisil

Crisil says soft drink bottlers may see revenue growth return to 15 per cent this financial year, but rising competition and higher crude-linked packaging costs could weigh on margins

Updated On: 14 Apr 2026 | 8:36 PM IST

Consumer durables' Q4 results may show impact of war, March rainfall

Rising input costs and unseasonal March rains hurt consumer durables demand in Q4FY26, with margin pressures expected to persist despite modest growth outlook

Updated On: 12 Apr 2026 | 10:53 PM IST

Tamara Leisure targets 50:50 asset-light mix with ₹600 crore investment

Hospitality chain plans balanced asset mix and Rs 600 crore expansion over five years, with focus on scaling midscale brand Lilac amid strong demand in the segment

Updated On: 10 Apr 2026 | 11:48 PM IST

Hyatt Hotels plans to expand India footprint with 5 new hotels in 2026

Hotel chain plans five new openings in India and explores partnerships and investments, betting on strong domestic demand and rising discretionary spending

Updated On: 10 Apr 2026 | 6:05 AM IST

AI can help general trade, boost annual revenues up to 20%: BCG research

Study highlights how AI-driven sales planning, execution and backend automation can transform general trade channels and unlock significant revenue growth

Updated On: 09 Apr 2026 | 10:31 PM IST

Sarovar Hotels taps branded residences, aims over 400 hotels in 5 years

The hospitality player, with over 150 hotels and over 11,000 keys across 87 destinations, has announced 12 signings and six openings in the first quarter of this year

Updated On: 09 Apr 2026 | 8:43 PM IST

Hilton to open 125 Hampton hotels across India under franchise deal

Hilton signs franchise agreement with Royal Orchid Hotels to launch 125 Hampton hotels across India, strengthening its presence in the midscale hospitality segment

Updated On: 08 Apr 2026 | 8:39 PM IST

Jewellery could help retail sector post 23% revenue growth in Q4FY26

Strong jewellery demand supports retail growth in Q4FY26, though weak consumption trends weigh on segments like apparel, QSR and lifestyle retailers

Updated On: 07 Apr 2026 | 11:12 PM IST

Summer will be tough, but growth in line of sight, says Blue Star MD

Unseasonal rains and West Asia conflict may hit demand and costs, but Blue Star expects 20 per cent growth backed by strong long-term AC market expansion

Updated On: 07 Apr 2026 | 11:11 PM IST

West Asia conflict: Only 2 Indian-flagged LPG vessels in Strait of Hormuz

State-run refiners defer maintenance and ramp up LPG output as vessels clear Strait of Hormuz, while government tightens supply monitoring amid ongoing West Asia tensions

Updated On: 06 Apr 2026 | 10:17 PM IST

Hyatt ties up with Brigade Group for Hyatt House Bengaluru Devanahalli

Hyatt signs deal with Brigade Group to develop 135 serviced apartments in Devanahalli, targeting business and leisure travellers near Bengaluru airport and tech corridor

Updated On: 06 Apr 2026 | 8:36 PM IST