Category: Retail/FMCG
RETAIL/FMCG Go Fashion Q3 Profit Slumps 71% Amid Weak Footfalls, Revenue Slips

Go Fashion (India) Q3FY26 results reflected pressure on earnings amid subdued demand in the apparel sector, with the company reporting a sharp 71% year-on-year decline in net profit to ₹7.2 crore, compared with ₹24.3 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue for the quarter fell 9% year-on-year to ₹195 crore, down from ₹215 crore, […]

CW Bureau · Jan 29, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG V-Guard PAT Drops 5.2% on Labour Code Impact, Revenue Up

V-Guard Industries Ltd, a leading player in India’s consumer electricals and electronics space, reported a 10.6% year-on-year growth in consolidated revenue for the third quarter of FY 2025–26, even as profitability came under pressure due to a one-time labour code-related charge. Financial Performance Snapshot (Q3 FY26) Revenue from operations: ₹1,403.51 crore (vs ₹1,268.65 crore in […]

CW Bureau · Jan 28, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG Marico To Buy PVR Inox Gourmet Snacking Brand For ₹227 Cr

Marico Ltd has signed definitive agreements to acquire 93.27% stake in Zea Maize Pvt Ltd, from PVR INOX (existing holding company), for ₹226.83 crore to expand its total addressable market in value-added foods categories. The transaction is likely to be completed within 30 days and the latter will become the subsidiary of Marico. Further, Marico […]

CW Bureau · Jan 26, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG IKEA’s India Strategy: Online-First Expansion, Local Sourcing Push

Swedish home furnishings major IKEA is doubling down on India as a strategic growth market. It has committed investments of $2.2 billion (over ₹20,000 crore) over the next five years as it accelerates store expansion, strengthens its digital presence and deepens local sourcing. The renewed push marks IKEA’s second phase of growth in India, signalling […]

CW Bureau · Jan 25, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG Licking Their Way Into History: Arun Icecreams’ Guinness Moment

Arun Icecreams, one of India’s most loved and popular ice cream brands, has created a new Guinness World Record by bringing together 4,008 children in Chennai to form the Longest Chain of People Licking Ice Cream. As part of this unique and joyful record-setting initiative, the children relished Arun Icecreams’ butterscotch- and chocolate-flavoured Jolly Train, […]

CW Bureau · Jan 22, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG Senco Gold To Buy 68% Stake in August Jewellery For ₹68 Crore

Kolkata-based Senco Gold Ltd. has agreed to acquire a 68% stake in Bengaluru-based August Jewellery Pvt. Ltd. (AJPL) in a cash deal valued at ₹68 crore, as part of its long-term growth strategy. The proposed investment in AJPL marks a strategic move to strengthen the company’s digital and omnichannel presence, aimed at catering to the […]

CW Bureau · Jan 22, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG Rising Prices Prompt Thangamayil To Pause Metro Expansion Plans

Thangamayil Jewellery Ltd (TJML) has temporarily deferred its plans to open new metro-based retail outlets in view of the continuing rise in precious metal prices. However, civil and interior works at the identified outlets are progressing as planned. The second phase of expansion will commence once precious metal prices stabilise. The Board believes that this […]

CW Bureau · Jan 21, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG Hatsun Agro Delivers Strong Q3FY26 On Demand Stability

Hatsun Agro Product Ltd (HAP) delivered a robust financial performance in Q3FY26, with consolidated profit after tax rising 48% year-on-year to ₹60.58 crore, underlining the company’s ability to convert steady consumer demand into improved profitability despite a competitive dairy market environment. Revenue from operations grew 18% YoY to ₹2,363.72 crore, showing sustained volume growth across […]

CW Bureau · Jan 19, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG Apparel Retail Market To Reach ₹16 Lakh Cr By FY30

India’s apparel retail market is expected to grow supported by increasing contribution from e-commerce and value fashion.     The apparel market, valued at Rs 9.30 lakh crore in FY25 (Estimated), has expanded at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7% since FY18 and is projected to reach Rs 16 lakh crore by FY30, according […]

Sajan C Kumar · Jan 17, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG Senco Gold Posts Strong Performance In Q3

Senco Gold reported a 51% growth in Q3 its standalone revenue over the year ago period against 6.5% in Q2 and 28% in Q1, due to targeted festive campaigns, new design launches and intensive customer engagement during Dhanteras & Diwali, wedding buying and shift of demand from Q2 into the festive season. The strong performance […]

CW Bureau · Jan 15, 2026