RETAIL/FMCG EID Parry Focuses On ‘Disciplined Renewal’ Amid Challenging FY26

EID Parry (India) will focus on “Disciplined Renewal” in FY27 with emphasis on margin improvement, tighter cost management, stronger cash flows and accelerated digital and AI-led transformation initiatives amid an uncertain global environment. FY26 remained challenging for the company as it navigated a demanding operating environment through disciplined execution, operational efficiency and portfolio reshaping measures, […]

CW Bureau · May 28, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Chennai’s BurgerMan Eyes 100 Stores As Zomato Pact Powers Order Growth

BurgerMan, the Chennai-based homegrown burger brand, has recorded nearly 193x growth in yearly order volumes since onboarding on Zomato, reflecting the rapid rise of digital food ordering and the growing popularity of locally adapted burger formats. Founded in 2006, BurgerMan set out to redefine burgers for Indian consumers by blending global fast-food appeal with flavours […]

CW Bureau · May 27, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Azorte Expands Retail Footprint With New Stores In Bengaluru, Ahmedabad

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd’s premium fashion and lifestyle format Azorte has opened two new stores in Bengaluru and Ahmedabad as part of its expansion strategy across key fashion-focused markets in India. The company said the latest additions reinforce Azorte’s strategy of redefining contemporary retail through a combination of fashion, technology and community-led experiences. Technology-led retail […]

CW Bureau · May 27, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Senco Gold PAT Grows 153% In FY26; Eyes 20% Revenue Growth In FY27

Senco Gold Ltd, the leading jewellery retailer, reported 153% growth in consolidated net profit for the March quarter at ₹157 crore compared to the year-ago period, aided by higher gold, silver and platinum prices and sustained consumer demand. Revenue rose 1.4 times to ₹1,997 crore, while retail sales increased 35% to ₹1,731 crore. The growth […]

CW Bureau · May 27, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Spain’s TOUS Rules Out Lab-Grown Diamonds, Platinum Jewels For Now

TOUS, the Spanish jewellery brand, currently works exclusively with natural diamonds, gemstones and jewellery and has no immediate plans for lab-grown diamond or platinum jewellery segments, said Marta Tous, Creative and Innovation Curator of the company. A fourth-generation member of the founding family, Marta Tous leads the creative and product direction of the brand, which […]

CW Bureau · May 26, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Kerala Ayurveda Eyes ₹200 Cr FY27 Revenue; Plans Digital, Wellness Push

Kerala Ayurveda Ltd, one of the country’s oldest full-spectrum Ayurveda companies, has set a target of achieving consolidated revenue of ₹200 crore in FY27, representing a 38% growth over FY26 revenue of ₹145.4 crore. The company said its global e-product business will serve as the primary growth engine, with revenue expected to surge 130% to […]

CW Bureau · May 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG From Biscuits To Breakfast Beverage: ITC Broadens Its Sunfeast Offering

ITC Foods has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of Sunfeast Breakfast Smoothie, a ready-to-drink beverage aimed at consumers seeking convenient and wholesome breakfast options amid increasingly fast-paced lifestyles. With the launch, the company is entering the emerging on-the-go breakfast segment, betting on rising demand for portable and health-oriented food and beverage products among […]

CW Bureau · May 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Cannon Quartz Launches Ultra-Slim Aureon Watch Collection At ₹3,699

Cannon Quartz, a design-focused direct-to-consumer watch brand with 28 years of watchmaking heritage, has launched the “Aureon Collections”, an ultra-slim watch series inspired by Roman aesthetics, Japanese precision engineering and Indian craftsmanship. Priced at ₹3,699 against an MRP of ₹5,299, the Aureon collection marks Cannon Quartz’s entry into the slim-watch segment with a focus on […]

CW Bureau · May 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG PNG Jewellers Hits ₹10,000 Cr In Revenue Amid Margin Pressure

PN Gadgil Jewellers Ltd said elevated gold prices and a sharp rise in investment-led purchases of gold bars and coins impacted its consolidated gross margins in the March quarter, even as the company crossed the ₹10,000 crore revenue milestone and maintained its FY27 growth guidance. The current market environment led consumers to shift from discretionary […]

CW Bureau · May 22, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG United Spirits Revamps McDowell’s To Win Back Aspirational Consumers

United Spirits Ltd, the Indian arm of Diageo plc, has rolled out a major transformation of its flagship McDowell’s No. 1 brand in India, as the company looks to reignite growth and strengthen its position amid rising premiumisation trends in the country’s alcoholic beverages market. United Spirits Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Praveen Someshwar […]

CW Bureau · May 22, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Rare Rabbit Enters Luxury Travel Gear Segment Through Escape Plan Tie-Up

The House of Rare’s premium fashion and lifestyle brand Rare Rabbit has announced its entry into the travel gear category through a strategic partnership with Escape Plan, marking a structured push into India’s premium travel accessories market. The partnership aims to position travel gear as a lifestyle-driven category that blends fashion, craftsmanship and functionality, moving […]

CW Bureau · May 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Healthy Master’s Milind Soman Brand Campaign To Boost Mindful Snacking

Healthy Master has launched a new brand campaign featuring fitness icon Milind Soman, as the company sharpens its focus on India’s growing healthy foods and clean-label snacking market. The campaign is centered around mindful snacking and conscious food choices, reinforcing Healthy Master’s positioning as a brand focused on clean ingredients, transparency and healthier everyday eating […]

CW Bureau · May 20, 2026