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- YouTube brings AI to shopping in India with new tools for viewers, creaters
YouTube is enhancing its shopping experience by implementing new AI tools for product inquiries. The plat ...More
YouTube is enhancing its shopping experience by implementing new AI tools for product inquiries. The platform has expanded its affiliate program in India, partnering with several well-known retailers. Creators can now engage with audiences more effectively through improved AI capabilities. Additionally, YouTube reports that shopping-related content watch time in India has significantly increased. ...Less

- Sanjay Nayar buys Rs 90 crore luxury apartment in South Mumbai’s Carmichael Road
The transaction involves a 4,537.29 sq ft apartment on the first floor of Kamal Mahal, Anand Kamal Co-ope ...More
The transaction involves a 4,537.29 sq ft apartment on the first floor of Kamal Mahal, Anand Kamal Co-operative Housing Society Ltd, located on M L Dahanukar Marg, also known as Carmichael Road. The deal works out to around Rs 1.98 lakh per sq ft based on the carpet area. ...Less

- Indian diaspora founders account for $560 billion of overseas unicorn value: Report
The figure was calculated by dividing each company’s value equally among its founders and adding only the ...More
The figure was calculated by dividing each company’s value equally among its founders and adding only the share of those who grew up in India. If one of four founders of a $10-billion company met that definition, $2.5 billion was counted. It does not represent actual shareholdings or personal wealth. The 205 companies had a total valuation of $1.09 trillion. ...Less

- Nike’s shoe doesn't fit: How did the swoosh lose its winning edge?
Nike’s decline is raising questions about how the sportswear giant lost its competitive edge. Falling rev ...More
Nike’s decline is raising questions about how the sportswear giant lost its competitive edge. Falling revenue, a collapsing market value, weaker China sales, inventory pressure and growing competition from Hoka, On, Adidas, Anta and Li Ning have challenged its dominance. CEO Elliott Hill is rebuilding wholesale, product innovation and regional strategies as Nike fights to restore growth and brand appeal. ...Less

- Flipkart, Amazon look beyond ecommerce as user share slips
Amazon and Flipkart are expanding into quick commerce, microdramas, OTT videos and food delivery as they ...More
Amazon and Flipkart are expanding into quick commerce, microdramas, OTT videos and food delivery as they lose active users to 10-minute delivery platforms. Their combined monthly active user share fell from 67% in 2022 to 53% in August 2026, while quick commerce apps’ share rose to 16%. ...Less

- Behind Sugar Cosmetics down round: valuation to crash 80% in A91 bailout
Sugar Cosmetics is raising fresh capital from existing investor A91 Partners at a valuation more than 80% ...More
Sugar Cosmetics is raising fresh capital from existing investor A91 Partners at a valuation more than 80% below its peak. The funding comes as the D2C beauty brand battles mounting losses, falling revenues and the challenges of aggressive offline expansion. ...Less

- FPIs pump Rs 13,010 crore into Indian equities in second half of August
Overseas investors continued buying Indian equities for five straight fortnights. They invested over thir ...More
Overseas investors continued buying Indian equities for five straight fortnights. They invested over thirteen thousand crore rupees in the latter half of August. Consumer services, financials, and healthcare sectors received significant foreign portfolio inflows. Capital goods also saw renewed investor interest after previous outflows. Oil, gas, and consumable fuels experienced the largest foreign investment outflows. ...Less

- Festive stock picks: 10 stocks to buy ahead of the festive season. Do you own any?
Ten stocks across autos, consumer technology, healthcare and financial services could benefit from strong ...More
Ten stocks across autos, consumer technology, healthcare and financial services could benefit from stronger festive-season discretionary spending, supported by improving demand, product launches, operating leverage, credit growth and rising consumer activity. ...Less

- Which stocks should you buy ahead of the festive season? Here are Kotak Securities’ top 10 picks
India’s festive season is expected to drive a strong consumption boost, with analysts identifying sectors ...More
India’s festive season is expected to drive a strong consumption boost, with analysts identifying sectors and stocks that could benefit. The period from Ganesh Chaturthi through Navratri, Dussehra, Dhanteras, Diwali and the wedding season typically brings higher footfalls, orders, ticket sizes and margins. ...Less

- Buy, Sell or Hold: Morgan Stanley maintains overweight on Varun Beverages; Nuvama retains hold on Cyient
Morgan Stanley retained its Overweight rating on Varun Beverages with a Rs 557 target, while Nuvama maint ...More
Morgan Stanley retained its Overweight rating on Varun Beverages with a Rs 557 target, while Nuvama maintained a Hold on Cyient and raised its target to Rs 1,050. Elara Securities retained its Buy rating on Nykaa and increased its target to Rs 475, citing premiumisation, stronger customer quality and growth in online beauty and personal care. ...Less

- Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday
Indian markets fell as rising US bond yields, hawkish Fed signals, renewed US-Iran tensions and crude abo ...More
Indian markets fell as rising US bond yields, hawkish Fed signals, renewed US-Iran tensions and crude above $90 pressured sentiment, while broader indices declined and technical indicators pointed to continued near-term volatility. ...Less

- From IPO mockery to Rs 1 lakh crore m-cap: Why investors are still betting on Lenskart’s vision
Lenskart’s IPO valuation drew sharp criticism from investors, with its 230x P/E and 10.5x sales multiples ...More
Lenskart’s IPO valuation drew sharp criticism from investors, with its 230x P/E and 10.5x sales multiples sparking comparisons with expensive listings such as Mamaearth, Paytm and Nykaa. Retail investors mocked the Rs 70,000-crore valuation on social media, questioning whether the eyewear company offered enough upside. Less than a year later, the debate over Lenskart’s valuation has taken a new turn. ...Less

- Vijay Shekhar Sharma's Rs 4 crore pay found 'materially below' peer median; Board recommends revision
Under the proposed structure, Sharma's remuneration will also include a variable component which will be ...More
Under the proposed structure, Sharma's remuneration will also include a variable component which will be performance-linked set by the NRC on achievement against predefined financial performance targets. ...Less

- ICICI Prudential AMC among 4 stocks showing bullish RSI upswing
On August 19, four Nifty500 stocks that gained over 2% were identified using the RSI Trending Up scan, ba ...More
On August 19, four Nifty500 stocks that gained over 2% were identified using the RSI Trending Up scan, based on data from StockEdge.com. An uptrend signal is generated when the RSI value crosses above 50 from below, indicating strengthening price momentum and potential upward movement in the stocks. ...Less

- The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Woman Ahead and Social Enterprise
Happy Thursday! The ETtech team has been preparing for the past few months to bring you the 12th edition ...More
Happy Thursday! The ETtech team has been preparing for the past few months to bring you the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). Today, we are unveiling the nominees for two more categories: Woman Ahead and Social Enterprise. ...Less

- ETtech Explainer: Why Zee sued Nykaa over Instagram reels and what the fight is really about
Zee Entertainment has launched a lawsuit against Nykaa, accusing it of utilizing copyrighted music in its ...More
Zee Entertainment has launched a lawsuit against Nykaa, accusing it of utilizing copyrighted music in its promotional Instagram reels. In response, Nykaa asserts that Meta, which owns Instagram, licenses music for all users. The fashion brand maintains that their use of in-app music tools is in accordance with existing agreements. ...Less

- ET Startup Awards 2026 to crown A-List of entrepreneurs
Rishad Premji will helm a group of accomplished founders, business leaders and veteran entrepreneurs, who ...More
Rishad Premji will helm a group of accomplished founders, business leaders and veteran entrepreneurs, who have built and scaled some of India’s best-known new economy companies — in ecommerce, fintech and software products — weathered multiple cycles and successfully exited their businesses. ...Less

- Unveiling The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 high-powered jury
We’re back with the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). However hectic it gets for ...More
We’re back with the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). However hectic it gets for the ETtech team, the thrill of sifting through the best of Indian entrepreneurship makes up for every late night in the newsroom. ...Less

- Flipkart, Amazon, Meesho top list of e-commerce firms facing most complaints on NCH in 2025
Flipkart and Amazon received the highest number of consumer complaints in 2025. Meesho and Myntra also fe ...More
Flipkart and Amazon received the highest number of consumer complaints in 2025. Meesho and Myntra also featured prominently on the list of e-commerce platforms. The National Consumer Helpline facilitated over 91 crore in refunds to consumers. Non-delivery of products constituted the largest category of complaints filed. The government has taken steps to address unfair trade practices in e-commerce. ...Less

- ETtech Explainer: Can premium beauty, quick commerce drive Nykaa's next phase of growth?
In the June quarter, the company outlined plans to strengthen its premium beauty portfolio through acquis ...More
In the June quarter, the company outlined plans to strengthen its premium beauty portfolio through acquisitions like Aminul, a D2C (direct-to-consumer) brand, and launch its quick commerce service Nykaa Now in more cities. While premiumisation is expected to support margins, growth in fashion and rapid delivery will require continued investment, say analysts. ...Less

- Unveiling the high-powered ETSA 2026 jury; Zepto's profitability push
The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is back for a 12th edition. Today, we announce the high-powered ...More
The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is back for a 12th edition. Today, we announce the high-powered jury and nominations for two categories, Bootstrap Champ and Top Innovator. ...Less

- Nykaa shares dip 3% despite multifold jump in Q1 profit; analysts weigh in
Nykaa operator FSN E-Commerce Ventures saw its shares fall despite a strong Q1 FY27 performance. Consolid ...More
Nykaa operator FSN E-Commerce Ventures saw its shares fall despite a strong Q1 FY27 performance. Consolidated net profit more than tripled to Rs 80 crore, while revenue rose 29% YoY to Rs 2,782 crore. ...Less

- Nykaa to acquire 51% stake in skincare brand Aminu for Rs 32 crore
Nykaa said that the brand, which sells products such as serums and sleep oils, operates "in a sizeable hi ...More
Nykaa said that the brand, which sells products such as serums and sleep oils, operates "in a sizeable high growth segment". "It is among the top premium skincare brands on Nykaa.com in the Rs 1,000-1,900 price range," the company said. ...Less

- Nykaa reports Rs 80 crore net profit in Q1, revenue up 29%
Nykaa's operating revenue rose 29% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 2,782 crore in Q1FY27, up from Rs 2,155 crore ...More
Nykaa's operating revenue rose 29% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 2,782 crore in Q1FY27, up from Rs 2,155 crore a year prior. Including other income of Rs 9.3 crore this quarter, its total income stood at Rs 2,791.3 crore. ...Less

- Nykaa Q1 Results: Net profit spikes 243% YoY to Rs 80 crore; revenue jumps 29%
Nykaa's quarterly profit saw a significant increase, more than tripling year-on-year. Strong growth in th ...More
Nykaa's quarterly profit saw a significant increase, more than tripling year-on-year. Strong growth in the beauty business and fashion sales acceleration drove this profit rise. The company's revenue from operations also increased by over twenty-nine percent. Analysts expect continued strength across both beauty and fashion segments. Improved conversion and customer acquisition fueled the fashion business's sharp acceleration. ...Less

- From discovery to purchase: How creators shape Gen Z's festive shopping
About 34% of Gen Z turn to social platforms for inspiration and ideas, and 28% use them to coordinate pla ...More
About 34% of Gen Z turn to social platforms for inspiration and ideas, and 28% use them to coordinate plans or gifting, per a study conducted by social media app Snapchat and market research firm GWI. The research, titled ‘Unlocking India's Gen Z Shopping Circles’ was conducted in June with 1,000 participants between the age group of 16-27. ...Less

- Buy, Sell or Hold: Nuvama maintains a buy on NYKAA and Uno Minda; Elara Securities recommends buy on Godrej Properties
Brokerages remain bullish on select consumer, auto component, and real estate stocks. Nuvama reiterated ' ...More
Brokerages remain bullish on select consumer, auto component, and real estate stocks. Nuvama reiterated 'Buy' on Nykaa (target Rs 414) and Uno Minda (target raised to Rs 1,380) citing margin expansion and strong demand, while Elara Securities maintained 'Buy' on Godrej Properties (target Rs 3,200), seeing 57% upside. ...Less

- Stocks in news: BSE, PB Fintech, Nykaa, Airtel, and LIC
Markets experienced profit-taking after Monday's rally, with indices closing lower. Investors await the R ...More
Markets experienced profit-taking after Monday's rally, with indices closing lower. Investors await the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy announcement on Wednesday. BSE reported a significant profit increase for the June quarter, driven by revenue growth. Bharti Airtel and Nykaa also announced strong quarterly earnings, showing substantial profit jumps. The government began an offer for sale in LIC for non-retail investors. ...Less

- Mid-year ecommerce sales set to cool as costs heat up
Online sales volumes are expected to grow about 10-15%, compared with 20% last year when Independence Day ...More
Online sales volumes are expected to grow about 10-15%, compared with 20% last year when Independence Day and Raksha Bandhan coincided, boosting purchases, according to analysts. Ecommerce majors Amazon and Flipkart started their Independence Day sale events last Friday. For the platforms, demand during the period is usually driven by Raksha Bandhan gifting purchases. This year, Raksha Bandhan comes around a fortnight after the sale events end. ...Less

- Spotify Premium users in India now get travel, shopping discounts and exclusive music events
Spotify Premium subscribers in India now receive exclusive lifestyle benefits. These rewards include disc ...More
Spotify Premium subscribers in India now receive exclusive lifestyle benefits. These rewards include discounts from popular brands like MakeMyTrip and Nykaa. Premium members can also access invite-only music events and listening sessions. This initiative transforms Spotify Premium into a membership with added lifestyle advantages. ...Less

- Nykaa appoints ex-Instamart COO Ankit Jain to lead quick commerce business
Ankit Jain has taken the helm of Nykaa Now, the company’s quick delivery service, in a bold strategic mov ...More
Ankit Jain has taken the helm of Nykaa Now, the company’s quick delivery service, in a bold strategic move. Nykaa intends to broaden its 30-minute beauty delivery service to cater to all high-demand locations by the end of FY30. Currently active in thirteen cities, Nykaa Now is also upgrading its next-day and hyperlocal delivery capabilities. This initiative underscores the rising emphasis on vertical quick commerce across various sectors. ...Less

- Q1 earnings this week: SBI, Trent, Nykaa among 573 companies set to announce June quarter results
This week, 573 companies will announce their June quarter results, featuring prominent firms. Bharti Airt ...More
This week, 573 companies will announce their June quarter results, featuring prominent firms. Bharti Airtel and Nykaa are among those reporting earnings on Tuesday. Trent and Hero MotoCorp will release their quarterly figures on Thursday. State Bank of India and Titan Company are scheduled for Friday announcements. The earnings cycle concludes Saturday with Anant Raj's results. ...Less

- Stocks in news: Paytm, LIC, Airtel, BSE and ONGC
Markets extended gains on Monday, driven by easing oil prices and strong quarterly earnings. Paytm's pare ...More
Markets extended gains on Monday, driven by easing oil prices and strong quarterly earnings. Paytm's parent company sees investors selling shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore. The government will offer shares in LIC to non-retail investors starting Tuesday. Airtel, ONGC, and BSE will announce their first quarter results today. ONGC's petroleum facility will reserve half its capacity for strategic reserves. ...Less

- No plastic, only bamboo and wood pulp: How a Bengaluru NIFT alumnus built a sustainable packaging business with Rs 2 crore monthly revenue
Vaibhav Anant, a NIFT alumnus, founded Bambrew, a green-tech startup in Bengaluru. This company manufactu ...More
Vaibhav Anant, a NIFT alumnus, founded Bambrew, a green-tech startup in Bengaluru. This company manufactures biodegradable and plastic-free packaging alternatives for businesses. Bambrew utilizes natural ingredients like bamboo and sugarcane for its products. The startup has successfully reduced over ten thousand tons of plastic waste. Their sustainable packaging is now available in more than ten countries globally. ...Less

- D2C brand Typsy Beauty raises Rs 20 crore led by Saama Capital
Typsy Beauty secured twenty crore rupees in a funding round. This capital will expand its presence across ...More
Typsy Beauty secured twenty crore rupees in a funding round. This capital will expand its presence across quick commerce and offline retail. The brand will also launch hybrid skincare-makeup products and grow its fragrance line. Typsy Beauty aims to offer international quality makeup at accessible Indian prices. The company plans to introduce over ten new products in coming months. ...Less

- ET Family Business Awards: How India Inc's next generation is balancing legacy with innovation
Indian family businesses are entering a new growth phase. Next generations balance legacy with innovation ...More
Indian family businesses are entering a new growth phase. Next generations balance legacy with innovation and measured risk. Family offices now deploy capital for startups and frontier technologies. Legacy groups focus on calibrated risk-taking and manufacturing capabilities. Succession planning and adapting to new markets are key challenges. ...Less

- Will Nifty, Sensex extend gains on Monday? 6 factors which will drive D-Street action this week
Indian stock market is expected to extend recent gains this week. The Reserve Bank of India's policy deci ...More
Indian stock market is expected to extend recent gains this week. The Reserve Bank of India's policy decision will significantly influence market direction. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and fluctuating oil prices remain key concerns. Foreign institutional investors are showing renewed interest in Indian equities. Corporate earnings announcements will also provide crucial trading cues for investors. ...Less

- Why did market rise today? Sensex surges 540 points, Nifty tops 24,770. 6 key factors fueling Rs 5 lakh crore rally
Indian stock markets experienced a significant surge on Monday. Nifty and Sensex indices both closed high ...More
Indian stock markets experienced a significant surge on Monday. Nifty and Sensex indices both closed higher after positive news emerged. President Donald Trump's statement on Iran talks boosted investor sentiment considerably. Major companies like IndiGo, Infosys, and TCS saw substantial share price increases. Broader market indices also reflected the overall bullish trend across exchanges. ...Less

- Swiggy Instamart ropes in ex-Myntra boss Nandita Sinha as q-comm battle heats up
Myntra's former CEO Nandita Sinha will lead Swiggy's Instamart quick commerce business from August 3. She ...More
Myntra's former CEO Nandita Sinha will lead Swiggy's Instamart quick commerce business from August 3. She replaces Amitesh Kumar Jha, who resigned on July 28 for other opportunities. Sinha previously led fashion e-commerce platform Myntra since 2022. This leadership change occurs as the quick commerce sector faces intense competition. Rivals are investing heavily to capture market share in online groceries. ...Less

- Ex-Myntra chief Nandita Sinha named Swiggy Instamart CEO; Amitesh Jha exits
Sinha joins at a time when Instamart has been losing market share even as it attempts to contain its moun ...More
Sinha joins at a time when Instamart has been losing market share even as it attempts to contain its mounting losses. A Flipkart group veteran, she began her stint at the online retailer as an associate director in 2013, managing the beauty and personal care categories. ...Less

- Why India's family businesses continue to thrive across generations and market disruptions
ET celebrates the melding of generational wisdom with disruption, and old school with new-age, along with ...More
ET celebrates the melding of generational wisdom with disruption, and old school with new-age, along with the never-say-die spirit that makes family-owned businesses some of the strongest and biggest success stories of today ...Less

- Zepto IPO likely deferred over pricing standoff with mutual funds: sources
Zepto IPO delay: People aware of the discussions told ET that the company has received a formal price ind ...More
Zepto IPO delay: People aware of the discussions told ET that the company has received a formal price indication from large institutional investors and is negotiating for a week or two before deciding whether to proceed. A deferment is on the table if the price gap does not close, though the company would prefer to list, they added. ...Less
- Brands see strong consumer appetite this festive season despite war-led woes
Indian consumers show resilient demand for aspirational and premium goods this festive season. Inflation ...More
Indian consumers show resilient demand for aspirational and premium goods this festive season. Inflation and supply disruptions have not significantly impacted overall consumer sentiment. Lower interest rates and GST cuts are providing tailwinds for increased spending. Brands and retailers are launching festive campaigns to capitalize on this trend. Consumer spending during the festive period is projected to be substantial. ...Less
- Reliance launches AJIO Beauty to capture India's booming market
Reliance Retail has launched AJIO Beauty, expanding its beauty business. This move integrates cosmetics a ...More
Reliance Retail has launched AJIO Beauty, expanding its beauty business. This move integrates cosmetics and personal care onto its fashion platform. The strategy aims to build an integrated fashion, beauty, and lifestyle ecosystem. AJIO Beauty will offer a wide range of products and brands nationwide. This expansion taps into India's rapidly growing beauty and personal care market. ...Less
- Stock Radar: Nykaa hits fresh 4-year high in July 2026; time to buy?
Nykaa shares have broken out of a four-year consolidation to hit fresh highs in July 2026, supported by s ...More
Nykaa shares have broken out of a four-year consolidation to hit fresh highs in July 2026, supported by strong technical indicators and sustained buying interest. Analysts see further upside towards Rs 370, though overbought signals suggest the possibility of a near-term pullback amid continued bullish momentum. ...Less
- Nykaa shares rise 3% as Q1 update signals nearly 30% revenue growth, GMV
Nykaa share price gained 3% following a robust quarterly business update. The company anticipates nearly ...More
Nykaa share price gained 3% following a robust quarterly business update. The company anticipates nearly 30% year-on-year growth in consolidated net revenue for the June quarter. This surge is largely attributed to a significant turnaround in its fashion segment, projecting around 55% net sales value growth, alongside continued strength in its core beauty business. ...Less
- Nykaa expects Q1 revenue growth near 30%, helped by fashion recovery
The company, in a voluntary quarterly update filed with the stock exchanges on Sunday, said consolidated ...More
The company, in a voluntary quarterly update filed with the stock exchanges on Sunday, said consolidated gross merchandise value and net sales value growth for Q1 FY27 are expected to be in the early thirties on a year-on-year basis. The update is provisional and subject to limited review by the company’s statutory auditors. ...Less
- Seven boys widened India's door to South Korea and everything changed
South Korean cultural exports like K-pop and K-dramas have significantly boosted India's engagement. This ...More
South Korean cultural exports like K-pop and K-dramas have significantly boosted India's engagement. This cultural wave now fuels substantial economic ties and foreign investment. Korean brands are deeply embedded in India's consumer market across various sectors. Bilateral trade and investment are expanding, covering advanced manufacturing and technology. This partnership aims to build resilient ecosystems from chips to ships. ...Less
- India-UK FTA unlikely to hurt domestic consumer brands, industry says
Domestic companies expect the India-UK trade pact to spur innovation and not create serious competition. ...More
Domestic companies expect the India-UK trade pact to spur innovation and not create serious competition. The agreement reduces tariffs on many products, making British goods more affordable for consumers. Companies like Amul see advantages in local sourcing, mitigating import competition concerns. Retailers believe the pact will encourage quality enhancement and premiumisation among Indian manufacturers. The trade deal's impact on prices is expected to be gradual and measured over time. ...Less
- Contract manufacturer Naturis Cosmetics raises Rs 100 crore led by Sharrp Ventures
Naturis Cosmetics said it will use the fresh capital to expand its footprint by setting up a manufacturin ...More
Naturis Cosmetics said it will use the fresh capital to expand its footprint by setting up a manufacturing facility in Vapi, an experience centre in the Delhi-NCR region and a research and development centre in Mumbai. It also plans to strengthen its team across functions. ...Less
- Nykaa shares jump 8% to fresh 52-week high after unveiling FY30 roadmap; targets up to 3x revenue growth
Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce Ventures, saw its shares surge over 8% to a 52-week high after unv ...More
Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce Ventures, saw its shares surge over 8% to a 52-week high after unveiling an ambitious FY30 vision. The company aims to achieve a $5 billion gross merchandise value, driven by disciplined execution and capital-efficient investments. ...Less
- Nykaa aims for $5 billion in GMV by FY30
Nykaa, which announced this at its annual investor day on Thursday, said that its business has doubled bo ...More
Nykaa, which announced this at its annual investor day on Thursday, said that its business has doubled both GMV and revenue over the last three years while maintaining profitability. ...Less
- ETtech Deals Digest: Udaan, Emergent deals lift weekly funding to $346 million, up 332% on-year
Indian startups secured $346.2 million across 20 funding rounds. Udaan and Emergent led the funding with ...More
Indian startups secured $346.2 million across 20 funding rounds. Udaan and Emergent led the funding with substantial large-stage deals. Late-stage funding accounted for the majority of capital raised this week. July funding so far stands at about $650 million, compared with $1.91 billion in June. ...Less
- Nykaa aims to surpass $5 billion in goods sold by fiscal 2030
Nykaa aims to surpass $5 billion in gross merchandise value by fiscal 2030, projecting a two to threefold ...More
Nykaa aims to surpass $5 billion in gross merchandise value by fiscal 2030, projecting a two to threefold revenue increase and four to fivefold EBITDA growth. The beauty retailer plans to significantly expand its store network and boost fashion merchandise sales, with its core beauty business already showing strong sales growth. ...Less
- Nykaa CFO Arvind Agarwal resigns
"This is to inform you Mr Arvind Agarwal, Chief Financial Officer of FSN E-Commerce Ventures Limited (“th ...More
"This is to inform you Mr Arvind Agarwal, Chief Financial Officer of FSN E-Commerce Ventures Limited (“the Company”) will be leaving the Company, effective close of business hours on November 25, 2022, to pursue other opportunities in the digital economy & start-up space," Nykaa said in a BSE filing. ...Less
- Nykaa shares list at a premium of almost 80%, market cap hits Rs 1 lakh crore mark
Nykaa IPO was open for subscription from October 28-November 1 to raise Rs 5,352 crore from its primary s ...More
Nykaa IPO was open for subscription from October 28-November 1 to raise Rs 5,352 crore from its primary stake sale. ...Less
- Nykaa shares crash over 7% on ex-bonus date, block deals
Brokerages have, however, remained bullish on the stock. Out of the 17 analysts with coverage on Nykaa, 1 ...More
Brokerages have, however, remained bullish on the stock. Out of the 17 analysts with coverage on Nykaa, 10 have strong buy ratings, two have buy, three have hold and two have sell calls, shows Trendlyne data. ...Less
- Nykaa sees Q3 net revenue growth to be higher than mid-20s
In a filing to the exchanges, the omnichannel retailer said the gross merchandise value (GMV) for the ver ...More
In a filing to the exchanges, the omnichannel retailer said the gross merchandise value (GMV) for the vertical is expected to be in the low thirties "indicating strong momentum in all of Nykaa’s beauty businesses – ecommerce platform, retail stores, owned brands and eB2B distribution”. ...Less
- Nykaa to acquire LBB to sharpen its position as a discovery-led retailer
Co-founded by Suchita Salwan and Dhruv Mathur in 2015, LBB had a total revenue of Rs 19.44 crore in 2021- ...More
Co-founded by Suchita Salwan and Dhruv Mathur in 2015, LBB had a total revenue of Rs 19.44 crore in 2021-22. "The transaction will enable the company to strengthen its content delivery, drive discovery for brands and make shopping experience more engaging for the customers," Nykaa said in a regulatory filing. Nykaa will acquire 100 per cent stake in LBB in an all-cash deal. ...Less
- Nykaa shares rally 6% on fresh block deal; TPG likely seller
American private equity firm TPG Capital is likely to have sold shares in two block trades at Rs 184.55 p ...More
American private equity firm TPG Capital is likely to have sold shares in two block trades at Rs 184.55 per share, according to reports. In the two deals, 1.9% of Nykaa equity is said to have changed hands. ...Less
- To hold or to sell: What should you do after Nykaa's stellar listing?
Astha Jain, Senior Research Analyst, Hem Securities, said the investors should not think of making any fr ...More
Astha Jain, Senior Research Analyst, Hem Securities, said the investors should not think of making any fresh investment in Nykaa at this point of time. ...Less
- Nykaa founder’s wealth tops $6.5 billion after blockbuster IPO
Falguni Nayar, who owns about half of Nykaa, is now worth about $6.5 billion as shares of the firm surged ...More
Falguni Nayar, who owns about half of Nykaa, is now worth about $6.5 billion as shares of the firm surged as much as 89% when they started trading Wednesday. ...Less
- Nykaa PE hits 1,600 times as m-cap tops Rs 1 lakh cr mark
"The fact that Nykaa's stock prices are 1,600 times the company's earnings is concerning. The best thing ...More
"The fact that Nykaa's stock prices are 1,600 times the company's earnings is concerning. The best thing for a value investor would be to go on a long vacation right about now," said Nikhil Kamath, co-founder, True Beacon and Zerodha. ...Less
- Nykaa declines over 3% after CFO resigns
Nykaa informed the stock exchanges that Arvind Agarwal will leave the company and step down from his role ...More
Nykaa informed the stock exchanges that Arvind Agarwal will leave the company and step down from his role on November 25, adding that he would "pursue other opportunities in the digital economy and start-up space". ...Less
- Nykaa drops 8% as bonus shares start getting credited to demat account
PMS fund manager Deepak Shenoy had earlier warned in a tweet that if Nykaa did the bonus to reduce pressu ...More
PMS fund manager Deepak Shenoy had earlier warned in a tweet that if Nykaa did the bonus to reduce pressure from shareholders selling, this is a very short-sighted move and will backfire big time when shares actually come by. ...Less
- Nykaa to consider bonus share issue on October 3; stock rallies 6%
The consensus recommendation from 16 analysts with a coverage on Nykaa is a buy with only two of them rec ...More
The consensus recommendation from 16 analysts with a coverage on Nykaa is a buy with only two of them recommending a sell, shows Trendlyne data. The highest target price on the stock goes to Rs 2,750 while the average target of Rs 1,705 shows an upside potential of over 33%. ...Less
- After doubling over issue price, Nykaa shares may rally another 25%: UBS
The broker has a 12-month price target of Rs 2,750 on Nykaa. The counter traded at Rs 2,194, down nearly ...More
The broker has a 12-month price target of Rs 2,750 on Nykaa. The counter traded at Rs 2,194, down nearly 2 per cent on Wednesday morning. The stock has already doubled from its issue price of Rs 1,125. ...Less
- Nykaa shares inch up amid strong Q2 sales, positive full-year outlook
Indian beauty and fashion retailer, Nykaa, expects a 25% increase in net sales value (NSV) and a 20% year ...More
Indian beauty and fashion retailer, Nykaa, expects a 25% increase in net sales value (NSV) and a 20% year-on-year revenue growth in Q2, mirroring its performance in Q1. The company's flagship event, the 'Hot Pink Sale', contributed to this growth. Nykaa's beauty and personal care segment is the biggest revenue driver, with a 20% YoY NSV growth expected. ...Less
- Lighthouse invests Rs 113 crore in secondary investment in Nykaa; TVS Shriram Fund exits completely
Nykaa is looking to expand its portfolio with the launch of exclusive brand partnerships and increasing i ...More
Nykaa is looking to expand its portfolio with the launch of exclusive brand partnerships and increasing its offline footprint to 90 stores by 2020. ...Less
- ETtech Exclusive: Nykaa sues former CBO, current Tata Cliq CEO Asthana for contract breach
Asthana, a chief executive in Tata’s ecommerce venture, was the CBO at Nykaa for four years and was also ...More
Asthana, a chief executive in Tata’s ecommerce venture, was the CBO at Nykaa for four years and was also on the company’s board. Nykaa said in its petition that such a high position in the company made him privy to confidential business data. Nykaa said it granted Asthana an exception to join a direct rival despite having a non-compete agreement with him. ...Less
- Nykaa reports 79% rise in Q1 net profit
Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce, witnessed a substantial 79% surge in net profit, reaching Rs 24.4 ...More
Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce, witnessed a substantial 79% surge in net profit, reaching Rs 24.47 crore in the fiscal first quarter, driven by a 23% revenue increase to Rs 2,155 crore. The beauty vertical's GMV grew by 26%, while the fashion vertical accelerated to 25% GMV growth. Nykaa is also set to acquire the remaining stake in Nudge Wellness. ...Less
- Nykaa in-house brands cross Rs 2,100 GMV in FY25
This is a 5-year CAGR of 52%. Nykaa’s House of Brands combines seven beauty and five fashion brands. FSN ...More
This is a 5-year CAGR of 52%. Nykaa’s House of Brands combines seven beauty and five fashion brands. FSN E-Commerce, the parent entity of Nykaa, has set a GMV target of Rs 6,000 crore for the brands by FY30. ...Less
- Nykaa debuts in UK with Kay Beauty launch
The company already had a presence abroad in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) through its omnichannel p ...More
The company already had a presence abroad in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) through its omnichannel platform called Nysaa. Launched in 2019, Kay Beauty is a part of the company’s House of Nykaa portfolio, which includes in-house brands such as Nykd, Nykaa Cosmetics, Dot & Key and Earth Rhythm. ...Less
- Nykaa’s bonus shares record date nears; last few days to buy for bonus shares
"During the quarter, we continued to demonstrate strong GMV growth with improvement in gross margin, effi ...More
"During the quarter, we continued to demonstrate strong GMV growth with improvement in gross margin, efficiency in fulfilment and marketing cost lead to improvement in EBITDA margin YoY," Nykaa said in an exchange filing. ...Less
- Nykaa surges to near $13 billion valuation in debut
Shares of FSN E-Commerce Ventures, the profit-making company that owns the Nykaa brand, soared 89.2% to R ...More
Shares of FSN E-Commerce Ventures, the profit-making company that owns the Nykaa brand, soared 89.2% to Rs 2,129 after opening at Rs 2,018 in pre-open trade. ...Less
- Nykaa IPO fully subscribed on Day 1 of bidding process
Investors can apply for Nykaa IPO till Monday, November 1. ...More
Investors can apply for Nykaa IPO till Monday, November 1. ...Less
- Nykaa Fashion acquires Pipa Bella
Pipa Bella will continue to offer its services on its own website and also extend this functionality as a ...More
Pipa Bella will continue to offer its services on its own website and also extend this functionality as a consumer brand under the Nykaa Fashion portfolio, a statement said. ...Less
- Nykaa may grow at 20% CAGR till FY27: Jefferies
Beauty and fashion retail brand Nykaa is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of abo ...More
Beauty and fashion retail brand Nykaa is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 20% between FY24 and FY27, as forecasted by brokerage firm Jefferies. In FY24, Nykaa’s BPC segment was up 25% in GMV terms to Rs 8,340 crore, while the fashion segment grew 27% to Rs 3,269 crore. ...Less
- Nykaa Now expands to seven cities as quick commerce apps focus on BPC
Nykaa Now delivered over 1.3 million orders as of the June quarter end. Nykaa recorded an annualised gros ...More
Nykaa Now delivered over 1.3 million orders as of the June quarter end. Nykaa recorded an annualised gross merchandise value of $2 billion across all platforms in Q1. ...Less
- Nykaa Q2 Results: Profit surges 344% YoY to Rs 5.2 crore; revenue jumps 39%
Nykaa Q2 Results: In an exchange filing, Nykaa said its EBITDA improved to Rs 61 crore vs Rs 28.8 crore i ...More
Nykaa Q2 Results: In an exchange filing, Nykaa said its EBITDA improved to Rs 61 crore vs Rs 28.8 crore in the year-ago period. Its consolidated margin also improved to 4.9% against 3.3% on a YoY basis. ...Less
- Nykaa joins party in men’s grooming
Nykaa currently offers a limited selection of products under men’s grooming on its main portal with the c ...More
Nykaa currently offers a limited selection of products under men’s grooming on its main portal with the category being one of the fastest growing ones for the firm. ...Less
- Nykaa Q4 profit doubles to Rs 19 crore; revenue up 24%
Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce, announced a significant jump in net profit for the March quarter. ...More
Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce, announced a significant jump in net profit for the March quarter. Operating revenue also saw a healthy increase, driven by customer growth and brand partnerships. The beauty segment performed strongly, while fashion segment growth was more subdued. ...Less
- Nykaa positioned for festive cheer; 31% upside likely, says this broker
Nykaa Fashion is only gaining market share slowly, it said, adding that Nykaa BPC will continue dominatin ...More
Nykaa Fashion is only gaining market share slowly, it said, adding that Nykaa BPC will continue dominating the competitive landscape and display operating leverage. The brokerage has factored in a slightly lower than expected growth/margins in Fashion while it feels that Superstore business will also require investments over the near to medium term. ...Less
- Nykaa shares drop 5% on weak Q3 print. Should you buy, sell or hold?
Given the recent volatility in the stock, we again bake in a higher cost of capital assumption, which yie ...More
Given the recent volatility in the stock, we again bake in a higher cost of capital assumption, which yields a target price of Rs 195 (Rs 251 earlier); maintain ‘BUY’. At CMP, Nykaa is trading at FY25E EV/sales of 5x. The confluence of both growth and profitability would be critical for valuations to improve. Besides, the gross margin miss, an aberration as per management, must reverse else as any structural impact could negate benefits in marketing and fulfilment. ...Less
- Nykaa Q3 Results: PAT surges 61% YoY to Rs 26 crore, but misses estimates
Nykaa Q3 Results: Nykaa reported a 61% YoY growth in its consolidated net profit to Rs 26.12 crore, falli ...More
Nykaa Q3 Results: Nykaa reported a 61% YoY growth in its consolidated net profit to Rs 26.12 crore, falling short of the Street estimate. Revenue rose by 27% YoY to Rs 2,267 crore, aligning with expectations. The company's EBITDA for the October-December 2024 quarter stood at Rs 141 crore, with margins at 6.2%. ...Less
- Nykaa seeks to include Meta in music copyright fight with Zee
Zee Entertainment has sued Nykaa for allegedly using its copyrighted songs in Instagram reels to promote ...More
Zee Entertainment has sued Nykaa for allegedly using its copyrighted songs in Instagram reels to promote its products, seeking $210,000 in damages, Reuters reported this month. ...Less
- Nykaa Fashion acquires Pipa Bella to strengthen jewellery category
The Nykaa-Pipa Bella deal comes at a time when India’s largest online cosmetics retailer is lining up an ...More
The Nykaa-Pipa Bella deal comes at a time when India’s largest online cosmetics retailer is lining up an IPO some time this year at a valuation of $3.5 billion. ...Less
- Nykaa to acquire social commerce startup LBB to push discovery shopping
Nykaa said LBB's content-first approach focussing on fashion, home and beauty categories aligns well its ...More
Nykaa said LBB's content-first approach focussing on fashion, home and beauty categories aligns well its strategy. ...Less
- The Ordinary launches in India in partnership with Nykaa
Deciem, the company that owns The Ordinary brand of skincare cosmetics, will sell in the region through N ...More
Deciem, the company that owns The Ordinary brand of skincare cosmetics, will sell in the region through Nykaa’s omni-channel model of brick-and-mortar stores and online presence, Nicola Kilner, co-founder and chief executive of Deciem told ET in an exclusive interview. ...Less
- Nykaa Fashion CEO Nihir Parikh resigns amid modest growth in the segment
Nihir Parikh, CEO of Nykaa’s fashion vertical, has resigned effective December 5, 2024, citing personal c ...More
Nihir Parikh, CEO of Nykaa’s fashion vertical, has resigned effective December 5, 2024, citing personal commitments. A Nykaa veteran since 2015, Parikh contributed significantly to the company’s growth. His departure comes amid slower-than-expected performance in the fashion segment and Nykaa’s focus on quick commerce initiatives, including piloting a 10-minute delivery service in Mumbai. ...Less
- Nykaa expects consolidated GMV growth at high-20% level for Q4 of FY26
Nykaa’s parent, FSN E-Commerce Ventures, expects Q4 GMV growth in the late "twenties" and annual net reve ...More
Nykaa’s parent, FSN E-Commerce Ventures, expects Q4 GMV growth in the late "twenties" and annual net revenue growth in the upper "mid-twenties". Strong performances in beauty and fashion, 26 new stores, and potential acquisition of Deepika Padukone’s 82°E brand drove optimism, lifting shares nearly 4%. ...Less