STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Affle 3i To Acquire Perion Network For $420 Mn In All-Cash Transaction

Affle 3i Ltd, a global technology company formerly known as Affle (India) Ltd, has agreed to acquire US-based advertising technology company Perion Network Ltd for $420 million in an all-cash transaction. Affle’s wholly owned Israeli step-down subsidiary, Affle 3iL Ltd, has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Perion at $11.70 per share. The […]

CW Bureau · Nov 1, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Biocon Secures Yesintek Market Access In Nine More Countries

Biocon Ltd, a biopharmaceutical company, has signed a licensing agreement with Janssen Sciences Ireland to enable the commercialisation of Yesintek, its proposed biosimilar to Stelara (ustekinumab), in nine additional markets with immediate effect. The agreement covers Australia, Brazil, China, Hong Kong, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, South Korea and Kazakhstan, expanding Biocon’s potential reach in the […]

CW Bureau · Oct 26, 2026

MANUFACTURING Mangalam Worldwide Forms Belgium Arm To Expand European Presence

Ahmedabad-based Mangalam Worldwide Ltd, a manufacturer of stainless steel products, has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary, MWL Europe BV, in Belgium on October 1 as part of its strategy to expand its international presence and explore opportunities in the European market. The company has received the certificate of incorporation from the relevant authorities. MWL Europe […]

CW Bureau · Oct 3, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Lenskart Scales Up Stake In French Eyewear Le Petit Lunetier To 34.34%

NESO Brands Pte Ltd, Singapore, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lenskart Solutions Ltd, has acquired an additional 2.52% stake in French eyewear brand Le Petit Lunetier Paris SAS (LPL) through a primary subscription. The investment amounted to €0.248 million, or approximately ₹2.71 crore, and was completed on September 23, 2026. The transaction constitutes a related-party […]

CW Bureau · Sep 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG MALAYALI Beer Wins World Beer Awards Recognition For All Products

Polish-origin beverage brand MALAYALI Beer has received World Beer Awards recognition for every product in its portfolio, with three Silver awards at the 2026 edition of the global competition. MALAYALI Power received Silver in the Strong Beer category, while MALAYALI Habibi 0.0% won Silver in the No & Low Alcohol category and another Silver for […]

CW Bureau · Sep 17, 2026

MANUFACTURING Neogen Chemicals Raises ₹600 Cr Through QIP At A Premium From QIBs

Neogen Chemicals Ltd has raised ₹600 crore through a qualified institutional placement (QIP), issuing 26.61 lakh equity shares to eligible qualified institutional buyers (QIBs). The shares were allotted at ₹2,255 each, including a premium of ₹2,245 per share. The issue price was higher than the floor price of ₹2,189.73. Paid-up capital rises to ₹30 crore […]

CW Bureau · Sep 17, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Johnnie Walker Unveils Sabrina Carpenter Limited-Edition Black Label

Johnnie Walker has unveiled a limited-edition Black Label bottle design created as part of its ongoing collaboration with Grammy Award-winning global superstar Sabrina Carpenter. The new design draws inspiration from Carpenter’s album Man’s Best Friend, featuring a bespoke Sabrina blue colourway and playful dog paw motifs while retaining the distinctive character of Johnnie Walker Black […]

CW Bureau · Sep 8, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Gokaldas Exports Steps Up Capacity, Diversifies Customer Base In Big Way

Bengaluru-based Gokaldas Exports Ltd. is expanding manufacturing capacity, diversifying its customer base and strengthening vertical integration as it prepares for a gradual recovery in global apparel demand. The apparel manufacturer and exporter is commissioning new capacity in Bhopal and Karnataka and expanding operations in Kenya, with the additions expected to come on stream in the […]

CW Bureau · Sep 6, 2026

AUTO Tata Motors Launches Tender Offer For Iveco Group At €14.10 A Share

Tata Motors has commenced a recommended all-cash voluntary tender offer for all issued common shares of Iveco Group N.V., an international commercial vehicle and mobility company, through its wholly owned subsidiary TML CV Holdings B.V. The offer is priced at €14.10 per common share, cum dividend, and values Iveco Group at approximately €3.82 billion. The […]

CW Bureau · Sep 5, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Kitex Garments Bets On Telangana Expansion To Drive Growth In FY27

Kitex Garments Ltd expects a recovery in FY27 as export orders return to FY25 levels, supported by increased production at its Telangana facility and stronger demand from international markets. Kitex Garments, Chairman and Managing Director, Sabu M Jacob, said in a letter to shareholders that the company is also strengthening its presence in Europe and […]

CW Bureau · Sep 3, 2026

MANUFACTURING Kirloskar Oil Engines, DEUTZ Enter Into Pact For Compact Engines

Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd (KOEL) and Germany-based DEUTZ have entered into a strategic cooperation to expand the global reach of KOEL’s compact engine solutions into markets across Europe and North America. The partnership will complement international drive portfolios in the under-2-litre power segment and target growing demand for compact and reliable power solutions. Partnership expands […]

CW Bureau · Sep 2, 2026

MANUFACTURING UCAL Targets Tech-Led Growth As Mobility Landscape Evolves

UCAL Ltd is focusing on product diversification, advanced manufacturing, electronics and technology-led engineering solutions to strengthen its position across the global automotive, industrial and manufacturing sectors. The company is leveraging its four decades of engineering expertise, manufacturing capabilities and customer relationships to expand into a technology-driven engineering solutions business. New products drive growth “The future […]

CW Bureau · Aug 31, 2026