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 Cello World Rides Iconic Cello Writing Brand Revival, Eyes ₹500 Cr Revenue

The reacquisition of the iconic Cello brand for writing instruments and stationery has begun paying dividends for Cello World Ltd, with the category posting 64% year-on-year growth in the fourth quarter of FY26 and the company targeting more than ₹500 crore in writing instruments revenue during FY27. In his message to shareholders in the company’s […]

CW Bureau · Jul 17, 2026

AUTO Bijliride To Deploy 5,000 EVs, Set To Drive India’s Last-Mile Delivery Boom

EV rental and mobility platform Bijliride has announced plans to deploy 5,000 additional electric two-wheelers across key Indian cities as it scales up operations to cater to rising demand from corporate customers, quick-commerce companies and last-mile delivery service providers. The expansion will strengthen the company’s presence in Hyderabad, Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Pune, while […]

CW Bureau · Jul 14, 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

GENERAL Amazon Now To Grow To 300 Cities; Starts Sammaan Welfare Programme

E-commerce major Amazon has announced plans to build India’s largest ‘delivery in minutes’ network by scaling Amazon Now, its ultra-fast delivery service, to customers in more than 300 cities across the country. Amazon Now has become the fastest-growing e-commerce business unit in Amazon India’s history, with orders doubling every quarter since its launch. The company […]

CW Bureau · Jun 24, 2026

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 Wild Date Logs 15% Monthly Growth As Demand For Clean Snacking Rises

Homegrown artisanal snacking brand Wild Date has reported a 15% month-on-month growth, supported by a strong 40% customer repeat purchase rate, highlighting increasing consumer preference for healthier and ingredient-led snack options. Founded by endurance athlete and entrepreneur C S Siddarth, the Tamil Nadu-based company focuses on snacks made using dates, nuts, seeds and jaggery, while […]

CW Bureau · Jun 14, 2026

GENERAL Protein Affinity Powers Instamart’s Quick Commerce, Orders Jump 150%

Instamart is witnessing a sharp shift in consumer buying behaviour as India’s appetite for healthier and protein-rich food choices accelerates across cities and towns. The quick commerce platform said protein orders on its platform have surged 150% over the last two years, highlighting the growing popularity of protein-led consumption among Indian consumers increasingly prioritising health, […]

CW Bureau · May 26, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Tata Consumer Products Bets On AI, E-Com To Drive Next Phase Of Growth

Tata Consumer Products Ltd is accelerating its push into digital commerce, artificial intelligence and growth categories as it positions itself for the next phase of expansion amid changing consumer preferences and the rapid evolution of India’s retail landscape. “Rising incomes, increasing health and wellness awareness, demographic advantages and the expansion of digital commerce are creating […]

CW Bureau · May 18, 2026

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 Adani Airports, Blinkit To Deliver Forgotten Items At Mumbai Airport

For travellers rushing through departures, forgetting a charger, a quick snack or even a bottle of water can be a familiar last-minute hassle. Don’t blink, Blinkit is now a tap away to make in-terminal deliveries at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. This move is set to redefine last-minute airport shopping as Adani Airport Holdings Ltd […]

CW Bureau · Apr 2, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Post Demerger Kwality Walls Focuses On Innovation, Distribution

Kwality Walls Ice Cream Ltd (KWIL) remains focused on executing its growth strategy with a strong emphasis on innovation and expanding consumption occasions following its demerger from Hindustan Unilever. The company reported revenue of ₹222 crore in the December quarter, with organic sales declining 6.5% year-on-year, while volume growth remained positive at 1.2%. During the […]

CW Bureau · Mar 7, 2026