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Akshara Srivastava

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, Akshara has a deep interest in uncovering the trends and nuances shaping consumer behaviour across these sectors. She also writes about the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and FSSAI.

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, Akshara has a deep interest in uncovering the trends and nuances shaping consumer behaviour across these sectors. She also writes about the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and FSSAI.

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Diwali sees strong delivery orders as dine-in slows in major cities

From favourite food items to last minute preparations, delivery portals come through for consumers

Diwali sees strong delivery orders as dine-in slows in major cities
Updated On : 02 Nov 2024 | 12:13 AM IST

Bachchan, Rajinikanth reunite: A study in contrasting star journeys

Bachchan has endorsed too many products and services to list here. Rajini has hardly endorsed anything, though brands plan fancy things around his movie releases

Bachchan, Rajinikanth reunite: A study in contrasting star journeys
Updated On : 01 Nov 2024 | 11:59 PM IST

FMCG sector flags urban consumption slowdown as food inflation bites

Lower salary increases, high interest rates will continue impacting urban demand, says Nomura

FMCG sector flags urban consumption slowdown as food inflation bites
Updated On : 31 Oct 2024 | 8:09 PM IST

Down to the wire: From mobiles to TVs, last-minute buys add spark to Diwali

Demand failed to pick up in the early part of the festival season because of widespread rain in several parts of the country besides the overall consumption slowdown

Down to the wire: From mobiles to TVs, last-minute buys add spark to Diwali
Updated On : 31 Oct 2024 | 12:25 AM IST

Dabur Q2 results: Net profit falls 17% to Rs 425 crore on low urban demand

The maker of Hajmola candy and Real fruit juice, recorded a 5.5 per cent drop in net sales to Rs 3,028.6 crore from Rs 3,203.8 crore in the year ago period

Dabur Q2 results: Net profit falls 17% to Rs 425 crore on low urban demand
Updated On : 30 Oct 2024 | 11:03 PM IST

LG Electronics India posts 7% revenue growth, 12% rise in profit for 2024

In its segment-wise revenue, LG reported Rs 5,672 cr from the home entertainment division, under which it sells televisions, audio systems, DVDs, monitors, and security cameras, among other products

LG Electronics India posts 7% revenue growth, 12% rise in profit for 2024
Updated On : 29 Oct 2024 | 7:55 PM IST

Cuban cigars to AirTags: Luxe hotels curate Diwali hampers beyond the box

Locally sourced goodies, sustainable packaging becomes the draw this festival season

Cuban cigars to AirTags: Luxe hotels curate Diwali hampers beyond the box
Updated On : 27 Oct 2024 | 10:49 PM IST

Luxury labels bask in Diwali's glow with limited-edition sparkle

From Valentino to Louboutin, capsule collections bring festive glamour to India

Luxury labels bask in Diwali's glow with limited-edition sparkle
Updated On : 24 Oct 2024 | 9:23 PM IST

Coca Cola flags slowdown in emerging markets, cites heavy monsoons in India

Company's global unit case volume declines 1% in Q3

Coca Cola flags slowdown in emerging markets, cites heavy monsoons in India
Updated On : 23 Oct 2024 | 11:40 PM IST

Nestle India CMD Suresh Narayanan sees mega cities as pressure points

Rising food inflation leading to sluggish FMCG demand

Nestle India CMD Suresh Narayanan sees mega cities as pressure points
Updated On : 22 Oct 2024 | 11:31 PM IST

India set to be in Skyscanner's top 3 revenue markets: CEO John Mangelaars

A growing economy, rising aspirations, young population, and increasing infrastructure will aid this growth

India set to be in Skyscanner's top 3 revenue markets: CEO John Mangelaars
Updated On : 18 Oct 2024 | 1:28 AM IST

Nestle India net up 8.6% at Rs 986 cr in Q2 as demand remains a challenge

The firm to launch 14 'no-refined sugar' variants of Cerelac next month, on the heels of allegations that the brand added sugar to its baby foods in low and middle income countries

Nestle India net up 8.6% at Rs 986 cr in Q2 as demand remains a challenge
Updated On : 18 Oct 2024 | 1:02 AM IST

India-Canada row: Students eye greener pastures as Canada dream turns sour

Career counsellors say that students' interest in Canada as an education destination has reduced drastically recently

India-Canada row: Students eye greener pastures as Canada dream turns sour
Updated On : 15 Oct 2024 | 11:56 PM IST

CCPA directs Ola cabs to provide refund options to its consumers

Over 2,000 complaints registered on NCH, authority asks platform to issue bills for auto rides

CCPA directs Ola cabs to provide refund options to its consumers
Updated On : 13 Oct 2024 | 10:47 PM IST

For luxury watch companies, it is time to foray into Indian markets

Country emerging as a lucrative market for premium timepieces, a trend led by the young generation

For luxury watch companies, it is time to foray into Indian markets
Updated On : 10 Oct 2024 | 12:48 AM IST

Brand Maggi stronger than ever as Nestle India gears up for new leader

Brand consultants agree that Maggi has transcended its product category

Brand Maggi stronger than ever as Nestle India gears up for new leader
Updated On : 10 Oct 2024 | 12:45 AM IST

Regulator CCPA increases scrutiny on quick commerce, e-commerce players

This comes amidst concerns that quick commerce players are eating into the business of small kirana stores

Regulator CCPA increases scrutiny on quick commerce, e-commerce players
Updated On : 09 Oct 2024 | 9:24 PM IST

Result preview: FMCG revenue, volume likely to log modest rise in Q2

Rural may outpace urban; rain plays spoilsport for out-of-home consumption, beverages: Analysts

Result preview: FMCG revenue, volume likely to log modest rise in Q2
Updated On : 08 Oct 2024 | 11:18 PM IST

Beverage major PepsiCo sees double-digit organic revenue growth in India

In the AMESA (Africa, Middle east, South Asia) region the company's convenient foods unit volume declined 3 per cent in the 12 weeks ended September 7

Beverage major PepsiCo sees double-digit organic revenue growth in India
Updated On : 08 Oct 2024 | 9:27 PM IST

P&G investing in quick commerce as convenience drives consumption

India emerging as destination with most evolved supply chain know-how, says CEO

P&G investing in quick commerce as convenience drives consumption
Updated On : 07 Oct 2024 | 9:12 PM IST