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Samvat 2083 begins: Will the good times roll for Indian businesses?Samvat 2083 begins with Indian businesses entering the new year on a note of cautious optimism. Strong GST collections, festive demand and ...09 Nov, 2026, 06.23 AM IST- Digital lenders clock 40-50% revenue growth as credit demand surgesDigital lender Kissht's revenue from operations rose 44.7% year-on-year to Rs 732 crore, while Moneyview reported 41% growth to Rs 1,120 cr...09 Nov, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- Cars to clogs: Dhanteras brings out best retail day of year; takes festive value sales up 20%Buoyant festive demand in Dhanteras, India’s largest sales period, will be a relief to companies and retailers as it comes in the backdrop ...07 Nov, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
- Britannia Industries plans further price hikes amid food inflation impacting margins and boosting rural demandBritannia Industries is responding to persistent inflation by considering additional price hikes for its products. The company has already ...07 Nov, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
- IFC extends $150 million credit line to SBI in first investment in an Indian state-owned bankThe International Finance Corporation has extended a $150 million social loan to State Bank of India to support agricultural financing for ...06 Nov, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
- Vehicle registrations fall 24% in October on high baseRegistrations of vehicles in October experienced a significant decline compared to the previous year's records. This drop was largely due t...06 Nov, 2026, 10.21 PM IST
- Auto sector sees strong Dhanteras deliveries, expects momentum to continue till DiwaliAutomakers and dealerships reported strong Dhanteras deliveries following robust Navratri sales, with Maruti Suzuki expecting over 30,000 d...06 Nov, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
- FIIs turn buyers in IT, telecom stocks in second half of October ahead of DiwaliTechnology stocks in India are seeing increased interest from foreign institutional investors as Diwali approaches. After struggling in the...06 Nov, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
- Auto sales to maintain momentum, driven by GST relief, EVs : SIAMThe Indian automotive industry is expected to sustain growth momentum in the second half of the fiscal year. Key factors include improved a...06 Nov, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
- Microfinance lenders tread cautiously amid rural stressThe microfinance sector experienced varied performance in the second quarter of FY27, reflecting economic uncertainty. Bandhan Bank and Cre...06 Nov, 2026, 07.36 AM IST
- Unilever to take India playbook to Africa, Vietnam, Pakistan and Bangladesh to drive growthUnilever plans to use its India business as a blueprint for growth in Africa, Vietnam, Pakistan and Bangladesh. The company aims to replica...06 Nov, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
- Big FMCG companies outgrow market as smaller rivals get squeezed by costs and slowing rural demandIndia's fast-moving consumer goods sector has experienced a slowdown in volume growth amid rising costs. Rural demand has weakened, impacti...05 Nov, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- Marico sees sustained growth momentum, raises FY27 margin outlookMarico experienced significant revenue and profit growth in the September quarter due to robust demand. The company's foods and premium per...04 Nov, 2026, 07.29 AM IST
- Marico profit jumps 31%, flags rising input costs amid West Asia woesMarico has reported a 13% increase in consolidated revenue, driven by strong volume growth in India and international markets. The company ...03 Nov, 2026, 07.39 AM IST
- Mass brands give liquor companies a hangover"It is difficult to pinpoint the reasons for the slowdown, even in states such as Uttar Pradesh which had recorded strong growth earlier," ...02 Nov, 2026, 12.51 AM IST
- Amitabh Kant pitches for development model with rural communities as producers, innovatorsKant also stressed the need to transform rural India into centres of economic activity, innovation and entrepreneurship rather than limitin...31 Oct, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
- Brands need to shift to ‘Bharat-first’ strategy as digital usage growsTo effectively connect with rural customers, brands should embrace a 'Bharat-first' advertising philosophy. Digital channels are increasing...28 Oct, 2026, 10.32 PM IST
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