What businesses should look for in a logistics partner during the festive rushDuring the festive season, every delivery is a brand promise in motion, and the businesses that recognise that early are usually the ones c...
10 Oct, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
Dwayne Johnson launched Teremana Tequila in 2020; 6 years later, the brand was reportedly valued at about $3.5 billionDwayne Johnson launched Teremana Tequila in 2020 with three partners. Six years later, the brand was reportedly valued at $3.5 billion. Joh...
09 Oct, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
Essencore partners Syrma SGS to expand local manufacturing in IndiaEssencore has partnered with Syrma SGS Technology to boost local manufacturing capabilities in India. The collaboration supports Essencore'...
09 Oct, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Lifestyle accessories brand DailyObjects raises Rs 332 crore funding at Rs 1,050 crore valuationThe funding round consists of primary and secondary capital. Early investor Roots Ventures partially exited in this round, realising an 18x...
08 Oct, 2026, 10.49 PM IST
Startup of the Year Groww bets on scale; Qcomm sparks festive credit surgeHappy Thursday! Groww is betting its newer businesses will take a bigger slice of its income. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispa...
08 Oct, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
In 2022, Kevin Hart merged two businesses into HARTBEAT; a $100 million minority investment valued the new media company at about $650 millionKevin Hart's media company Hartbeat illustrates the challenges faced by celebrity-backed ventures in sustaining growth. While initial succe...
07 Oct, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
In 2012, Jennifer Aniston became an investor and face of Living Proof; four years later, Unilever agreed to buy the science-based haircare companyJennifer Aniston has been instrumental in the rise of Living Proof, a haircare brand that prioritizes groundbreaking science in its product...
07 Oct, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Mid-sized restaurants hungry for funds as investors stay awayMid-sized organized restaurant chains face financing challenges. Investors are being more cautious, focusing on sustainable profits and uni...
07 Oct, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
IHG signs deal for 130-key voco hotel in Vrindavan, opening planned for 2031IHG Hotels & Resorts has finalized a management agreement with Vrindam Developers for a new hotel. The voco Vrindavan will feature 130 keys...
06 Oct, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
ETSA 2026: Consumer brands poised for bigger exits as strategic acquisitions pick up: Sauce’s Manu ChandraChandra has been selected for the Midas Touch honour for best investor at The ET Startup Awards 2026, with the jury recognising his track r...
06 Oct, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
Sauce's Manu Chandra on consumer exits; Physical AI's regulation pushSauce's Manu Chandra said he expects larger exits for investors of India's new-age consumer brands. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning...
06 Oct, 2026, 07.46 AM IST
Kitchen and bathroom fittings brand Lorazzo raises Rs 15 crore funding led by SauceThe startup plans to use the funding to expand its offline presence, invest in brand building, product development and research and develop...
06 Oct, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Instamart says one in 10 baskets contains Noice products, announces expansion“At Instamart, we're building a differentiated, high-quality assortment that consumers can trust and brands can grow with. Noice is key to ...
05 Oct, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Snapdeal parent AceVector lists at 12% discountAceVector'sRs 420 crore IPOcomprised Rs 287 crore in fresh capital and a Rs 133 crore offer-for-sale (OFS) component in which investors, in...
05 Oct, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
AI cloning opens new monetisation route for celebrities, creatorsArtificial intelligence is transforming the monetization landscape for film stars, cricketers, and digital creators. Licensing AI-generated...
05 Oct, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
IPO-bound Razorpay partners with OpenAI to help Indian brands advertise on ChatGPTUnder the partnership, Razorpay Engage, the company's customer engagement and marketing platform, will help brands prepare product catalogu...
05 Oct, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Raymond Lifestyle appoints Publicis Groupe as integrated marketing partnerThe mandate covers Raymond Lifestyle’s portfolio, including The Raymond Masterbrand’s fine fabrics, ready-to-wear, made-to-measure and cust...
02 Oct, 2026, 05.30 PM IST