AUTO PV Dealers Set For 10-12% Growth As Strong Demand Drive Sales: Crisil

Domestic passenger vehicle (PV) dealers are expected to sustain strong growth of 10-12% this fiscal, supported by healthy demand, premiumisation and periodic price hikes by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), according to a Crisil Ratings analysis of 102 PV dealers. The growth outlook follows a 13% increase in dealer volumes last fiscal, when demand rebounded sharply […]

CW Bureau · Aug 23, 2026

GENERAL PVR INOX Eyes Growth Through Premiumisation, Tier 2-4 Expansion

PVR INOX Ltd is entering FY27 with a strong content pipeline and a significantly strengthened balance sheet, with net debt falling 90% to ₹162 crore as of March 2026 from ₹1,430 crore at the time of the merger in FY23. The multiplex operator will focus on improving occupancies, premiumisation and capital-light growth, with greater emphasis […]

CW Bureau · Aug 20, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Crompton Unveils New Master Brand Identity Under Crompton 2.0

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd has unveiled its new Master Brand identity, marking the next chapter of Crompton 2.0 and its transformation into an innovation-led, consumer-centric business. Over the last decade, Crompton has expanded beyond its core categories through investments in technology and product innovation. The refreshed identity creates a unified platform for the company’s […]

CW Bureau · Aug 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Arvind Fashions Bets On Technology, Premiumisation For Future Growth

Arvind Fashions Ltd is strengthening its brands, investing in technology and maintaining disciplined capital allocation to tap India’s expanding fashion market, said Chairman Sanjay S. Lalbhai. The company long-term strategy is centred on building stronger brands, enhancing operational capabilities and creating sustainable value for stakeholders. Strong consumer opportunity “India’s fashion market continues to offer one […]

CW Bureau · Jul 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Premiumisation, Quick Commerce Lead Nestle India’s Q1 Sales Growth

Nestle India is stepping up its focus on premium products, quick commerce, rural expansion and exports as it looks to sustain its growth momentum in an increasingly competitive packaged foods market. The FMCG major’s first-quarter performance indicates that growth is no longer being driven by urban consumption alone. Instead, the company is broadening its playbook […]

CW Bureau · Jul 23, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Radico Khaitan Targets 25% Luxury Portfolio Growth In FY27, Debt-Free

Radico Khaitan Ltd., one of India’s leading Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) companies, is targeting strong growth in its premium portfolio, higher profitability and a debt-free balance sheet in FY27 as it strengthens its presence in India and overseas markets. In a letter to shareholders, Managing Director Abhishek Khaitan said the company’s priorities for FY27 […]

CW Bureau · Jul 15, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Bajaj Electricals Targets Profitable Growth In FY27, Says MD Sachdeva

Bajaj Electricals Ltd. a leading consumer electrical equipment manufacturing company, will focus on restoring profitable growth in its Consumer Products business, sustaining the momentum in Lighting Solutions, gaining market share and integrating the Morphy Richards brand acquisition during FY27. In his letter to shareholders, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Sanjay Sachdeva said the company’s […]

CW Team · Jul 11, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Marico Eyes ₹20,000 Cr Revenue By FY30 On Premiumisation, Global Push

FMCG major Marico Ltd  has outlined an ambitious growth roadmap, targeting consolidated revenue of ₹20,000 crore by FY30 while aiming to cross the ₹15,000 crore milestone in FY27, driven by premiumisation, international expansion, digital transformation and innovation. In his message to shareholders in the company’s FY26 Annual Report, Marico, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, […]

CW Bureau · Jul 9, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Radico Khaitan’s Magic Moments Hits 1-Million Monthly Case Sales Mark

Radico Khaitan’s flagship vodka brand, Magic Moments, has achieved a major milestone by sustaining a record run rate of one million case sales every month, underscoring the rapid expansion of India’s vodka market and reinforcing its leadership in the category. The milestone comes as consumer preferences continue to shift towards premium white spirits, with flavoured […]

CW Bureau · Jul 5, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG HUL Focuses On AI, Quick Commerce And Sustainable Expansion Strategy

Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) is building a future-ready business by strengthening its supply chain, accelerating digital and AI adoption, expanding premium offerings, and deepening its sustainability initiatives, Chairman Nitin Paranjpe said while addressing shareholders at the company’s Annual General Meeting on Tuesday. Paranjpe said the FMCG major is creating an interconnected ecosystem that integrates consumers, […]

CW Bureau · Jun 30, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Orient Electric Bets On Core Products, Emerging Categories For Acceleration

CK Birla Group company Orient Electric Ltd will continue to strengthen its core businesses while scaling emerging categories and expanding its presence across sales channels as part of its long-term growth strategy. In his message to shareholders in the company’s Annual Report 2025-26, Chairman C K Birla said the company’s focus remains on strengthening its […]

CW Bureau · Jun 30, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Shoppers Stop Deepens Omnichannel Play, Invests Big In Premium Retail

Leading departmental store and retailer Shoppers Stop is strengthening its omnichannel capabilities, expanding its premium product portfolio and accelerating growth in the beauty segment as part of its long-term strategy to drive sustainable growth, according to Chairman Nirvik Singh. In a message to shareholders in the company’s Annual Report 2026, Singh said the retailer has […]

CW Bureau · Jun 25, 2026