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Sharleen Dsouza

Sharleen Dsouza

Sharleen Dsouza

Sharleen D'Souza has been covering the consumer segment for almost a decade. At Business Standard, she works on consumer trends and FMCG corporates. Off the clock, she's an OTT addict, avid reader, and finds peace in yoga and meditation.

Sharleen D'Souza has been covering the consumer segment for almost a decade. At Business Standard, she works on consumer trends and FMCG corporates. Off the clock, she's an OTT addict, avid reader, and finds peace in yoga and meditation.

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India emerges second-fastest-growing market for Bath & Body Works

Garrison also said that the India business has doubled every five years and, in the short term, the growth could be even faster

India emerges second-fastest-growing market for Bath & Body Works
Updated On : 06 Feb 2026 | 10:40 PM IST

Titan's jewellery business picks up amid fall in gold prices: CEO

CEO said buying for investment had peaked in the past one year

Titan's jewellery business picks up amid fall in gold prices: CEO
Updated On : 06 Feb 2026 | 10:37 PM IST

PVR INOX net profit rises 1.6-fold, Ajay Bijli says momentum is back

PVR INOX's Q3 profit jumped 1.6-fold on merger synergies and cost control, with strong film releases bringing audiences back to cinemas

PVR INOX net profit rises 1.6-fold, Ajay Bijli says momentum is back
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 9:58 PM IST

Trent Q3FY26 results: Net profit rises 3.1% on steady fashion growth

Fashion and lifestyle retailer Trent reported modest profit growth in the December quarter, even as revenues rose nearly 15 per cent and operating margins improved

Trent Q3FY26 results: Net profit rises 3.1% on steady fashion growth
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 8:40 PM IST

Marico signs deal to buy majority stake in Cosmix Wellness for ₹225.67 cr

Marico has signed definitive agreements to acquire a majority stake in digital-first wellness brand Cosmix Wellness, valuing the company at ₹375 crore and strengthening its health portfolio

Marico signs deal to buy majority stake in Cosmix Wellness for ₹225.67 cr
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 7:11 PM IST

Consumption story of staples is making a comeback: AWL Agri executives

AWL Agri targets 7-8% edible oil volume growth, banks on capacity expansion and a demand recovery led by rural markets and staples consumption

Consumption story of staples is making a comeback: AWL Agri executives
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 11:31 PM IST

'India one of the fastest-growing large markets for Omnicom in the world'

Post its IPG acquisition, Omnicom is reshaping its India operations, betting on scale, talent continuity and AI as one of its fastest-growing global markets

'India one of the fastest-growing large markets for Omnicom in the world'
Updated On : 31 Jan 2026 | 11:55 AM IST

Economic Survey says India's semiconductor, electronics push augurs well

These initiatives, the survey said, position India among a relatively small group of middle-income, industrialising economies that are steadily moving towards sophisticated production structures

Economic Survey says India's semiconductor, electronics push augurs well
Updated On : 30 Jan 2026 | 12:35 AM IST

Volume growth improving with most firms' sequential improvement: Marico CEO

Marico sees stable consumption, margin recovery and strong foods growth, with CEO Saugata Gupta bullish on premiumisation and the 4700 BC acquisition

Volume growth improving with most firms' sequential improvement: Marico CEO
Updated On : 28 Jan 2026 | 11:10 PM IST

India-EU FTA: India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand

India-EU FTA brings zero-duty access for gems and jewellery, putting Indian exporters on par with China and Thailand and opening Europe's vast market

India-EU FTA: India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand
Updated On : 28 Jan 2026 | 12:11 AM IST

India-EU free trade agreement to improve access to premium alcobev brands

While detailed provisions of the agreement are awaited, the initially released agreement indicates that import tariffs will be reduced to 75% from current 150% across all EU spirits, wines categories

India-EU free trade agreement to improve access to premium alcobev brands
Updated On : 27 Jan 2026 | 11:15 PM IST

Asian Paints Q3FY26 results: Net profit declines 4.6% to ₹1,059 crore

India's largest paint maker reported net sales of Rs 8,867.0 crore, up 3.7 per cent from the previous year

Asian Paints Q3FY26 results: Net profit declines 4.6% to ₹1,059 crore
Updated On : 27 Jan 2026 | 9:35 PM IST
Marico to buy majority stake in popcorn brand 4700BC from PVR Inox
Updated On : 26 Jan 2026 | 10:25 PM IST

Retailers gear up for Republic Day rush as shoppers chase deep discounts

Retailers expect a weekend rush as Republic Day sales offer discounts up to 50%, with the long weekend helping clear winter stock and make way for new collections

Retailers gear up for Republic Day rush as shoppers chase deep discounts
Updated On : 23 Jan 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

Adar Poonawalla says he will put in a strong and competitive bid for RCB

Adar Poonawalla confirms he will submit a strong and competitive bid for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, following USL's strategic review of the IPL team

Adar Poonawalla says he will put in a strong and competitive bid for RCB
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 10:00 PM IST

Zee Entertainment's Q3 FY26 results: Net profit drops 5% to ₹155.3 cr

Zee Entertainment's Q3FY26 net profit fell 5.1% to ₹155 crore despite 15% revenue growth, as weak FMCG ad spending weighed on margins

Zee Entertainment's Q3 FY26 results: Net profit drops 5% to ₹155.3 cr
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 9:14 PM IST

General Atlantic enters a definitive pact to acquire stake in Balaji Wafers

General Atlantic has agreed to acquire a minority stake in Balaji Wafers, backing the homegrown snack maker's next phase of innovation and expansion across India

General Atlantic enters a definitive pact to acquire stake in Balaji Wafers
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 6:25 PM IST

Everstone Capital to exit Burger King India parent Restaurant Brands Asia

QSR Asia exits Restaurant Brands Asia, selling 11.26% stake to Inspira Global; Rs 1,960 crore infusion planned via equity and warrants

Everstone Capital to exit Burger King India parent Restaurant Brands Asia
Updated On : 20 Jan 2026 | 10:26 PM IST

Reliance Consumer Products sees four brands cross ₹1,000 crore mark

Reliance Consumer Products Ltd said four of its brands have crossed the ₹1,000 crore mark, with gross revenue touching ₹15,000 crore year-to-date in FY26, aided by strong festive-quarter performance

Reliance Consumer Products sees four brands cross ₹1,000 crore mark
Updated On : 18 Jan 2026 | 11:59 PM IST

Reliance Retail's Q3FY26 results: Net profit rises 2.1% to ₹3,558 crore

Revenue from operations stood at Rs 86,951 crore, up 9.2%

Reliance Retail's Q3FY26 results: Net profit rises 2.1% to ₹3,558 crore
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 11:36 PM IST