Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
Black Friday 2024 sales in India surged 27% in orders. FMCG, beauty, and home categories led growth, with Tier-III cities matching metros. Discover the key trends shaping India's retail evolution.
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
Waterfield Advisors expert reveals FIIs are returning as Indian market valuations stabilize. Discover why FMCG, consumer discretionary and building materials are poised for growth.
Shares of this FMCG company surged after board approved Rs 100 crore rights issue. Stock trading under Rs 500 sees strong investor interest. Full details inside.
Small-cap FMCG stock Krishival Foods has surged 91% YTD, nearing its 52-week high. The company approved a ₹100 crore rights issue and reported strong Q2 results with 50% revenue growth.
PepsiCo and L'Oreal launch premium global brands in India, signaling a major shift in consumer demand and a booming D2C market. Discover the forces reshaping Indian retail.
Wipro Consumer Care Ventures is shifting to a new ₹250 crore fund, planning exits from its first fund and targeting investments in packaged foods and pet care sectors.
India's rural economy outperforms with 5% agricultural growth, driving mutual fund houses to launch rural-focused schemes. Discover how digital platforms are transforming investment patterns beyond top cities.
India's trade deficit widened to a record $41.7 billion in October as gold imports tripled. Rural demand outpaces urban growth while AI adoption accelerates in enterprises.
Pratham Chetan Dand from Bhavnagar clinched the National Rural IT Quiz 2025 title at Bengaluru Tech Summit, winning Rs 1 lakh prize. Discover how Gujarat's STI initiatives are creating tech champions.
New research reveals heatwave action plans must incorporate electricity demand management alongside health responses. Learn how India can build climate-resilient infrastructure.
Nifty Rural Index revenue growth plunges to 2.8% as farm income pressure and credit slump hit demand. Auto, FMCG show resilience amid uneven recovery. Key analysis for investors.
India's FMCG sector sees 5.4% volume growth despite GST disruptions. Rural markets outpace urban areas for 7th straight quarter while e-commerce gains ground in metros. Read full analysis.
Despite GST rate reductions, summer consumer product sales declined across India. Centrum Broking report reveals surprising market trends. Read full analysis.
Bajaj Consumer Care to consider bonus share issue on November 25, 2024. FMCG stock trading under ₹500. Check details, record date, and market impact.
Marico expects urban demand recovery as GST rate cuts benefit packaged foods. CEO Saugata Gupta reveals Q2 results with ₹420 crore profit and discusses input cost pressures.
Hero MotoCorp's Q2FY26 results show a 16% revenue surge to ₹12,126 crore, driven by rural recovery. The stock hit a 52-week high. Explore the growth drivers and future risks.
India's FMCG sector reports 5.4% volume growth in September quarter with rural markets outperforming urban for 7th straight quarter. GST transition impacts sequential growth. Read full analysis.
India's men's grooming sector sees investment surge with deals doubling to $85 million in 2025. Premium products and Gen Z drive market transformation as established brands face new competition.
A 2024 study reveals Karnataka's MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed work days. As funds decline, rural workers report slipping progress in the scheme's 20th year. Learn about the challenges.
A 2024 Karnataka study reveals MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed employment days amid budget cuts. Discover how rural families face progress reversal after two decades of the scheme.
Rural India represents our foundation, not our past. Forgetting its diversity risks losing national compassion. Explore the urban dreams and rural despair shaping India.
India's FMCG and retail sectors witness unprecedented CEO churn as companies seek digitally-savvy leaders to counter new-age brands and connect with young shoppers. Read analysis.
Honasa Consumer reports strong Q2 FY26 results with ₹39.23 crore profit and 16.5% revenue growth. Mamaearth and The Derma Co drive 75% of revenues. Read full analysis.
Jyothy Labs reports Q2 FY25 results with a slight revenue increase to ₹736 crore but a 16.3% drop in net profit. Discover the segment-wise performance and management outlook.
Shreeji Global FMCG IPO made a disappointing stock market debut, listing at ₹100 per share, a 20% discount to its IPO price of ₹125. Investors see no listing gains.
Bescom to electrify 552 rural and tribal households in Chitradurga and Tumakuru districts, bringing power to underserved communities. Read about this transformative initiative.
Britannia Industries shares plunged 6.7% following CEO Varun Berry's abrupt resignation. The 13-decade-old biscuit maker faces leadership transition challenges as new CEO Rakshit Hargave prepares to take over.
Britannia Industries shares fell sharply following Varun Berry's immediate resignation. New CEO Rakshit Hargave faces the challenge of continuing the company's strong growth trajectory.