RETAIL/FMCG Nestle India Charts Next Phase With Consumer-First, Tech-Led Strategy

FMCG major Nestle India, as part of its growth strategy, is planning to focus on four key priorities: consumer centricity, penetration-led volume growth, reinvestment behind brands and capacity, and accelerating tech-led sales and operations. People at the coreNestle India CMD Manish Tiwary said that at the heart of delivering these priorities are people, creating an […]

CW Bureau · Apr 22, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Krishival Foods Expands Deep Freezer Network To Over 15,000 Units

Krishival Foods Ltd, an FMCG company specialising in premium nuts, dried fruits and ice cream, has expanded its deep freezer network to over 15,000 units across its retail network, strengthening cold chain infrastructure and last-mile distribution for its ice cream brand Melt N Mellow. The company’s freezer base increased from 3,732 units at the beginning […]

CW Bureau · Apr 20, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Bajaj Consumer Care Targets ₹500 Cr Portoflio Growth In Three Years

Bajaj Consumer Care Ltd  (BCCL), India’s leading FMCG brand,  is targeting a scale-up of its diversification strategy, aiming to double its non-ADHO portfolio to ₹500 crore over the next three years from ₹225 crore in FY26, as it reduces dependence on Bajaj Almond Drops Hair Oil (ADHO). “The growth portfolio is already profitable and will […]

CW Bureau · Apr 20, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Valencia Beverages Young Team Navigates Strait Of Hormuz Crisis

Valencia Beverages and Superwater Pvt. Ltd (VSBW), a wholly owned subsidiary of Valencia Nutrition Ltd, has navigated the disruptions arising from the Strait of Hormuz crisis through a mix of supply chain preparedness, operational agility and strategic partnerships. As part of its business expansion, VSBW entered into a definitive agreement with Virchow Laboratories Ltd for […]

CW Bureau · Apr 14, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Dabur Sees Steady India Momentum, Global Headwinds Persist In Q4 FY26

Dabur India, one of India’s leading FMCG companies, reported steady momentum in its domestic business for the March quarter of FY26, with India operations helping offset challenges in key international markets. Growth in the home market remained resilient despite macro uncertainties. India FMCG recovers, growth outlook positive The company said its India FMCG business witnessed […]

CW Bureau · Apr 3, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Emami To Acquire Complete Stake In Axiom Ayurveda (Alofrut) For ₹200 Cr

Emami Ltd., a leading FMCG company engaged in manufacturing and marketing of personal care & healthcare products, has executed a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 73.5% stake in Axiom Ayurveda Pvt Ltd for ₹200 crore, subject to customary closing conditions. In the first tranche, Emami has already acquired an additional 36.7% stake, taking its […]

CW Bureau · Apr 2, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG UBL launches Kingfisher Smooth In Mumbai To Tap Strong Beer Segment

Bengaluru-headquartered United Breweries Ltd (UBL), part of the Heineken Company, has launched Kingfisher Smooth beer in Maharashtra, expanding its presence in the mainstream strong beer segment. The launch comes ahead of the peak consumption season and marks a strategic addition to the Kingfisher portfolio. Expansion into key markets The rollout in Maharashtra is a key […]

CW Bureau · Mar 31, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Bikaji Foods Invests ₹149 Cr Across Three Subsidiaries To Drive Growth

Bikaji Foods International Ltd (BFIL), which is pursuing a diversification-led growth strategy, has invested ₹149 crore across three of its subsidiaries in recent days to capitalise on emerging growth opportunities. The leading FMCG player in the snacks and savouries segment, focuses on expanding into adjacent food service segments beyond its core FMCG business. It is […]

CW Bureau · Mar 27, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Sula Vineyards To Acquire Domaine Chandon India Estate In Dindori

Sula Vineyards Ltd has entered into an asset purchase agreement (APA) to acquire the Domaine Chandon India estate in Dindori, Nashik from Moet Hennessy India Pvt Ltd (MHIP) for a consideration of ₹20 crore to enhance Wine Tourism. The transaction will be funded through a combination of internal accruals and debt, and covers the purchase […]

CW Bureau · Mar 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Himalaya Food Scales Up International Operations With New Products

Himalaya Food International Ltd has announced a significant scale-up of its international operations in the United Kingdom and Australia, following the successful launch of its Frozen Cinnamon French Toast Sticks in the UK and the commencement of exports to Australia earlier this year. The development marks a transition from initial market entry to commercial expansion, […]

CW Bureau · Mar 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Hatsun Agro Cautious On Reaching ₹10,000 Cr Turnover Target In FY26

Leading private dairy major Hatsun Agro Product Ltd (HAP) is likely to end the current fiscal with a turnover of close to ₹10,000 crore, though the management remains cautious about achieving the milestone. “We are on track to reach that, but there could be a marginal variation of plus or minus 1%,” Chairman R. G. […]

CW Bureau · Mar 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Magic Moments Vodka Crosses 8-Mn Cases In Sales, Retains Top Spot

Radico Khaitan Ltd flagship brand Magic Moments Vodka has crossed eight million cases in sales this year, reinforcing its position as India’s largest vodka brand and among the fastest-growing globally. The brand recorded a sharp rise from 7.1 million cases last year, reflecting strong consumer demand and a growing presence across markets. Radico Khaitan had […]

CW Bureau · Mar 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Apis India’s MISK Launches Seedless Masala Dates In Bold Indian Flavours

Apis India Ltd’s MISK has introduced seedless, sliced Masala Dates as a “superfood-on-the-go,” expanding its presence in the value-added snacking segment. The ready-to-eat dates, available in Achari, Imli (tamarind) and Chilli-Lime variants, are positioned as an alternative to conventional sugary and fried snacks, the company said in a release. The product, which is described as […]

CW Bureau · Mar 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Britannia Shareholders Confirms Rakshit Hargave As CEO & MD

Shareholders of Britannia Industries Ltd have formally approved the appointment of Rakshit Hargave as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director for a five-year term beginning December 15, 2025. The company said around 80% of shareholders supported the resolution through a postal ballot conducted via remote e-voting on March 15. Britannia’s board had earlier approved Hargave’s […]

CW Bureau · Mar 16, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Patanjali Foods To Acquire Land, Assets From Its Arm For ₹674 Cr

Patanjali Foods Ltd has entered into agreements with promoter group firm Patanjali Ayurved Ltd (PAL) to acquire leasehold rights over a land parcel and biscuit manufacturing assets in Uttar Pradesh for a total consideration of ₹674 crore. The land forms part of a larger parcel allotted to PAL by the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority. […]

CW Bureau · Mar 15, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG EID Parry Plans FMCG Expansion Through Acquisitions

Murugappa Group company EID Parry (India) Ltd is exploring inorganic opportunities in the consumer non-sweetener segment as it looks to expand its footprint in the broader food FMCG space, with potential announcements expected in the first quarter. “We are looking at inorganic opportunity in this consumer non-sweetener business. It would be the nice optimal way […]

CW Bureau · Feb 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Nestle India Net Zooms 46% On Strongest Volume Growth In 5 Years

Nestle India on January 30 reported a 46% jump in its standalone net profit to ₹ 1,018 crore for Q3FY26 as compared with ₹696 crore in the corresponding quarter of last fiscal owing to increased volume growth on the back of capacity expansion initiatives. Total sales of the FMCG major stood at ₹5,643 crore as […]

CW Bureau · Jan 30, 2026