RBI Inflation FY2026-27: Malhotra & Co trim FY27 inflation forecast to 5% as easing crude prices offer reliefRBI Inflation 2026-27 Forecast: The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee cut its FY27 inflation forecast to 5% from 5.1%, citing softer global c...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Block deal alert: Meesho shares in focus as Peak XV, Elevation Capital eye Rs 1,900 crore stake salePeak XV and Elevation Capital plan to sell a 2.3 per cent stake in Meesho via Rs 1,900 crore block deals. This follows Meesho narrowing its...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Quick commerce braces for Rakshabandhan rush as capacity strains emergeThe surge in demand is also exposing capacity constraints that have long plagued ecommerce marketplaces such as Amazon and Flipkart. Brands...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Gold buyers rush to lock prices as festive bookings begin earlyGold buyers are booking jewellery for upcoming seasons six weeks early this year. Prices have dropped significantly from January's record h...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
UPI volumes hit record high in July, nears Rs 30 lakh croreCompared to July 2025, UPI transaction volumes rose 22% in July, while the transaction value increased 19% compared to a year ago. The July...
01 Aug, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
India ready for a premium wealth show while US missiles rattle the worldIndia's festive shopping season is set to highlight the country's premiumisation boom despite global uncertainty triggered by the US-Iran w...
01 Aug, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
Indian companies are about to raise prices, putting RBI's inflation outlook to testIndian companies are preparing for price increases on various products soon as commodity costs rise due to ongoing global conflicts. Consum...
01 Aug, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Sponsorships account for 80% of Kaun Banega Crorepati ad sales as TV buying shiftsBrand sponsorships now drive eighty percent of Kaun Banega Crorepati advertising sales. Advertisers seek customized integrations on popular...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
Premium takes priority in ecommerce carts this festive seasonThere is a 20-25% year-on-year rise in festive order volumes for premium products, while mass-segment orders are either flat or up marginal...
30 Jul, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Quote of the day by Ian McKellen: 'Splendid architecture, the love of your life, an old friend... they can all go drifting by unseen if you’re not careful.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on beauty, awareness, connection and presenceQuote of the day by Ian McKellen reminds people to pay attention to the beauty, relationships, and moments around them before they pass unn...
28 Jul, 2026, 09.49 PM IST
Tea, TVs, cars and apparel to get costlier in August as West Asia conflict fuels fresh price hikesConsumer goods makers will raise prices in August for the third time this year. Volatile raw material prices and higher freight rates are d...
28 Jul, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
Brands see strong consumer appetite this festive season despite war-led woesIndian consumers show resilient demand for aspirational and premium goods this festive season. Inflation and supply disruptions have not si...
27 Jul, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
KFC operator Devyani International bets on tech, portfolio boost as demand picks up pace againDevyani International noted consumer spending recovery in the last fiscal year's final quarter. The company focused on operational efficien...
27 Jul, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
Why gold is showing signs of reversal after recent selling pressureGold prices are stabilising after recent declines, supported by escalating Middle East tensions, robust central bank buying and resilient A...
25 Jul, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
Meesho cracks 5% as weak Q2 outlook spooks Street; Citi, Morgan Stanley reactMeesho shares fell after the company warned of slower NMV growth in the September quarter due to the rescheduling of its flagship festive s...
24 Jul, 2026, 09.41 AM IST
Meesho expects slower Q2 growth, to raise festive marketing spendMeesho anticipates slower net merchandise value growth this quarter. The company plans increased spending to acquire new users before the f...
23 Jul, 2026, 08.17 PM IST
Ratings blackout may cast a shadow over brands' TV ad spendsA prolonged suspension of BARC television ratings could disrupt festive-season advertising, with marketers warning that reality shows such ...
22 Jul, 2026, 12.35 AM IST