RETAIL/FMCG Jyothy Labs Bets On Premiumisation, Distribution Scale-Up To Drive Growth

FMCG company Jyothy Labs is betting on premium products, innovation-led volume growth and wider distribution as it seeks to sustain growth momentum amid a challenging operating environment marked by elevated input costs and uneven consumer demand. In a message to shareholders in the company’s Annual Report 2026, Chairperson & Managing Director M R Jyothy said […]

CW Bureau · Jun 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG It’s Officer’s Choice: ABDL Journey From A Single Brand To Many Brands

Allied Blenders Charts Growth Through Premiumisation and Backward Integration How did a single-brand organisation Allied Blenders & Distillers Ltd. (ABDL) turn into a diversified spirits company with multiple categories and price points? It is through continued focus on relevance, innovation and sustainable value creation, said its Chairman Kishore R. Chhabria in the company’s latest annual […]

CW Bureau · Jun 13, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG ABDL Bets on Premiumisation, Capacity Expansion for Growth

Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd. (ABDL), one of the India’s leading spirits companies, plans to drive growth through premiumisation, portfolio diversification, distribution expansion and capacity augmentation as it seeks to strengthen its position in the Indian and overseas spirits markets. The company said its focus in FY27 would remain on expanding its Prestige & Above […]

CW Bureau · Jun 12, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Radico Khaitan Relaunches After Dark Blue Whisky In New Avatar In UP

Radico Khaitan Ltd., an alcoholic beverages manufacturer, has unveiled a refreshed premium packaging for its After Dark Blue Grain Whisky as it seeks to strengthen the brand’s appeal among aspirational consumers amid growing premiumisation in the Indian spirits market. The company said the redesigned packaging reflects evolving consumer preferences and contemporary design trends while retaining […]

CW Bureau · Jun 12, 2026

MANUFACTURING New Products, Retail Expansion Drive Kansai Nerolac’s Growth Strategy

Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd (KNPL) is strengthening its position across decorative and industrial coatings through a diversified portfolio, premiumisation initiatives, customer engagement programmes, and technology-driven innovation, according to Managing Director Pravin Chaudhari. In the company’s Annual Report 2025-26, Chaudhari said KNPL’s balanced presence in both decorative and industrial segments has enabled it to effectively navigate […]

CW Bureau · Jun 12, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Relaxo Footwear Plans Up To ₹200 Cr Capex For FY28, Eyes Premiumisation

Relaxo Footwears Ltd plans to increase its capital expenditure to ₹180-200 crore for FY28, up from around ₹130 crore spent last year, as the footwear maker accelerates product premiumisation, expands its exclusive store network and strengthens its manufacturing capabilities. Speaking during the company’s earnings call, management said the planned investment will be directed towards both […]

CW Bureau · Jun 3, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG AI Meets Aroma: Unilever Launches Advanced Fragrance Hub In Mumbai

Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL),  largest fast-moving consumer goods company, has inaugurated the new Unilever Fragrance Hub (UFH) in Mumbai, strengthening India’s position as a key innovation and research hub within Unilever’s global network. The facility, located at the IIT Bombay campus, is the third global fragrance hub established by Unilever after similar centres in the […]

CW Bureau · Jun 2, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Tata Consumer Products Readies For Next Phase Of Strong FMCG Growth

Tata Consumer Products Ltd, a leading producer of tea, coffee, packaged foods, pantry staples and ready-to-drink beverages, expects India’s evolving consumption landscape, rising disposable incomes and the growing influence of Gen Z consumers to create a long runway for growth for the FMCG sector. The company is entering FY27 with strong growth fundamentals despite volatility […]

CW Bureau · May 18, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Nestle India Profit At ₹1,114 Cr; Posts Double-Digit Growth In March Quarter

FMCG major Nestle India has reported a standalone net profit of ₹1,114 crore in the March quarter of FY26, as compared with ₹885 crore for the same quarter last fiscal, logging a growth of around 26% on record sales performance. Revenue growth remains robustThe company’s Q4 standalone revenue from operations stood at ₹6,747 crore, as […]

CW Bureau · Apr 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Design Is Key : TTK Prestige Bets On Innovation With New Bengaluru Hub

Kitchen appliances major TTK Prestige has taken a major initiative for strengthening its innovation-led growth strategy with the inauguration of a new, dedicated innovation hub in Bengaluru. Named the  T T Jagannathan Innovation Centre, the facility honours the legacy of the company’s chairman emeritus, late T T Jagannathan, while signalling a forward-looking commitment to design, […]

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 Ethos On Track To Cross 100 Boutiques In FY26, Eyes Tier-II Cities

Having added two new boutiques in quick succession, Ethos Ltd appears well on track to cross the 100-store milestone this fiscal, underscoring both the momentum in India’s luxury consumption story and the company’s aggressive retail expansion strategy. With the opening of its 90th and 91st outlets in New Delhi and Kanpur, Ethos has expanded its […]

CW Bureau · Mar 17, 2026