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Consumer durables firms see double-digit growth on festive shopping

Volume growth is expected to be in the range of 10-12 per cent

Regional FMCG firms see gains over larger peers for second quarter in a row

Local brands have been able to capture market share as prices of raw material are lower, making it easier for them to manufacture and sell FMCG products at lower prices

India's per capita FMCG consumption low compared to other economies: HUL MD

Premiumisation is bound to accelerate as Indians become more affluent and urban, says Jawa

HUL Q2FY24 results: Net profit falls slightly, rural demand subdued

Gradual demand recovery to continue with tailwinds from festival season: CEO

DAEWOO plans India comeback in new avatar, to launch electric bikes, cycles

The company is entering the market for the second time as it is confident of India's robust economic growth and surging consumer demand

India is high on list for prestige beauty brands: Shiseido Apac CEO

The market is better placed now with organised retail, which provides accessibility and reach

Retail cos expected to witness muted growth in Q3 after weak demand in Q2

In the apparel sector, few wedding dates and lingering weak consumption patterns are expected to hinder growth for companies

Rs 5 lakh to Rs 5 crore: JSW Sports eyes golden deals for athletes

According to sources with inside knowledge, Neeraj Chopra has signed brand sponsorships with Under Armour, Gillette, Noise, Tata AIA Life Insurance, Swiss Tourism, and Limca Sportz

India vs Pakistan WC match: Disney+ Hotstar sets viewership record of 35 mn

Disney+ Hotstar has the exclusive broadcast and media rights for both linear and digital platforms for the ICC Cricket World Cup

Uneven monsoon weighs on demand for FMCG firms in July-Sept quarter

Volumes to remain steady in the quarter on a sequential basis

Orkla announces restructuring of India operations into three business units

This move will enhance the collective business capabilities and drive sharper growth focus across Business Units

Rural kirana stores power FMCG sales in September, shows Bizom data

Kirana stores in rural areas stocked up in preparation for the festival season, which began in September

Swiggy faces challenges after delivery workers go on strike in Mumbai

The delivery workers have been protesting since Sunday due to an alleged change in their incentive structure

Higher taxes on beer in Maharashtra impacts consumption of beverage

Beer consumption has witnessed a slowdown due to frequent changes in taxation, impacting the pricing of the alcoholic beverage, according to the industry

Reliance Retail Ventures to raise Rs 4,966.80 crore from ADIA arm

This investment by ADIA will translate into an equity stake of 0.59 per cent in the company on a fully diluted basis

Adani Wilmar volume growth in double-digit in in July-September quarter

Rural sales grew at a faster rate due to a higher focus on increasing its rural distribution network

After Mumbai, UNIQLO India may consider opening stores in Pune next

After expanding in the north, the Japanese retailer is set to open its first store in Mumbai on October 6 and still believes there is room to open more stores within the city

Reliance Brands to acquire majority of Superdry's IP assets in India

In this JV, RBUK and Superdry will own 76 per cent and 24 per cent of the entity, respectively

Marico's revenue to be marginally lower in Q2 due to price corrections

Domestic volume growth in low single-digits

Inflation a cause of worry for FMCG companies; margins could take a hit

While companies remain cautiously optimistic about demand panning out this year, a dry August has already played spoilsport for demand, especially in rural areas