FMCG companies face a Q2 margin squeeze: Rising crude oil, palm oil and packaging costs threaten profits despite demand recoveryFMCG companies are likely to face operating margin pressure in the September quarter of FY27 due to rising crude-linked derivatives, palm o...
11 Oct, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
RBI may raise repo rate by 75-100 bps in current cycle: ReportSBI Capital Markets expects the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to raise the repo rate by 75-100 basis points during the current tightening cyc...
10 Oct, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
Diageo India enters ready-to-drink alcohol market, takes on Bacardi in nascent segment with Smirnoff IceDiageo India is entering the ready-to-drink alcohol market with its Smirnoff brand and various flavors. The company aims to attract younger...
09 Oct, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
AI applications will force telecom networks to rethink uplink, spectrum and power: Ericsson India MDMD Nitin Bansal said that as the technology moves beyond chatbots and into devices such as AI-enabled glasses and other applications that c...
09 Oct, 2026, 11.09 AM IST
India apparel market set to reach $146 billion by 2029India’s apparel market is set to grow from $95.7 billion in 2025 to $146.3 billion by 2029, a 9% CAGR, driven by rural and smaller-town con...
08 Oct, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
Credit growth may ease after rate hike but remain strong: RBIThe Reserve Bank of India projects a moderation in bank credit growth from the current 19% level. This expected slowdown results from a rec...
08 Oct, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
IMFL segment: Premium products share expected to hit 35-36 pc in 3-4 years, says industryThe India-UK Free Trade Agreement, which became effective from July this year, is supporting premiumisation in the domestic spirits market ...
07 Oct, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Dabur expects double-digit Q2 revenue growth on strong India FMCG, overseas demandDabur India expects consolidated revenue to grow in double digits in the September quarter, supported by strong performance across its Indi...
06 Oct, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
Swara Baby gets Sebi nod for Rs 1,000 crore IPO as hygiene products maker eyes expansionSwara Baby Products has received approval from Sebi to proceed with its Rs 1,000 crore IPO. The IPO includes a fresh issue of equity shares...
06 Oct, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
World Bank raises India FY27 growth forecast to 7.1%, flags oil, El Niño risksThe World Bank has upgraded India's economic growth forecast to 7.1% for fiscal 2026-27. This change reflects strong domestic consumption, ...
06 Oct, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
RBI likely to hold repo rate in Oct policy, begin 50-75 bps hike cycle in Dec: BoBThe Reserve Bank of India is set to maintain the repo rate at 5.25% during the upcoming policy meeting. Despite rising inflation pressures ...
05 Oct, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
Marico’s core franchises expected to power a strong Q2 as FMCG demand holds firmMarico expects to achieve a double-digit revenue growth in the second quarter of FY27. This growth will be driven by strong domestic demand...
05 Oct, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
Festive cheer shifts beyond metros as consumer brands bet big on small-town IndiaConsumer brands are turning to tier-2 and smaller cities for festive-season growth as urban consumption weakens. Titan, Nykaa, Biba, Fabind...
05 Oct, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
Strong macro show takes shape in Q2 before festive rushIndia's economy is experiencing significant growth, highlighted by a 14.7% increase in goods and services tax collections in September. Car...
02 Oct, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
New data points to a sharper divide in consumption trends in rural, urban IndiaIndian households in urban areas are showing a decline in quarterly expenditure while rural spending is increasing. A study indicates urban...
01 Oct, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
India steps up palm oil buying as tax cut spurs restockingIndia is increasing its palm oil imports after reducing import duties, prompting refiners to restock. More than 200,000 tons of crude palm ...
01 Oct, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
India’s big upgrade wave: Rs 1 crore+ homes, premium cars, Swiss watches & pricier phonesPremiumisation trend is spreading beyond affluent urban consumers, with households upgrading across homes, cars, travel, smartphones, appli...
24 Sep, 2026, 09.03 AM IST