HUL Profit Rises On One-Off Tax Gain, Volumes Flat
HUL Q2 profit rises 4% on tax gain; revenue growth subdued amid GST transition, monsoon impact and higher investments.
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GST 2.0 To Power Growth In India’s Consumer Durables Market
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 23, 2025
Tanuj Gupta, Director – Sales & Marketing, Thermocool Home Appliances, explains how GST 2.0’s simplified tax slabs could make home appliances more affordable and boost demand across urban and rural India With the introduction of GST 2.0 on 22 September 2025, India is entering a new era in indirect taxation. The new structure streamlines […]
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Reckitt Posts Strong Q3 Growth In India
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 23, 2025
Reckitt posts strong Q3 growth in India, led by Dettol and Durex, maintaining high single-digit revenue despite GST reforms.
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Heineken India Sales Dip As Monsoon Cools Demand
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 23, 2025
Heineken reported a mid-single-digit drop in India beer volumes due to heavy monsoon rains, though revenue rose on price gains and premium sales.
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India’s Gifting Evolution: Beyond Tradition To Thoughtfulness
- by Tarannum Manjul
- October 21, 2025
As gifting gets thoughtful, brands ensure that Diwali hampers have more healthier, sustainable or unique options as offerings As India lights up for Diwali, Läderach – Switzerland’s finest luxury chocolatier – has unveiled its exclusive Diwali Gifting Selections, a range that celebrates light, togetherness, and indulgence. Known globally for its handcrafted pralines, delicate truffles, […]
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Indians Spend Rs 5.40 Lakh Cr This Diwali, Says CAIT
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 21, 2025
CAIT survey finds Rs 5.40 lakh crore in Diwali 2025 sales, with 85 per cent from offline retail and rising demand for Indian-made products India’s festive retail sales during Diwali 2025 rose 25 per cent year-on-year to Rs 5.40 lakh crore, the highest recorded festive turnover, according to a nationwide survey by the Confederation of […]
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Hector Beverages Posts Rs 46 Cr Profit In FY25
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 21, 2025
Paperboat maker reports strong turnaround after two years of losses, driven by higher third-party manufacturing revenue and improved margins Hector Beverages, the maker of the Paperboat brand, reported a net profit of Rs 46 crore for FY25, compared with a loss of Rs 334.1 crore in FY24, according to its latest regulatory filings. Revenue […]
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Coca-Cola May List Indian Bottler In $1 Billion Share Sale: Reports
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 17, 2025
The Atlanta-based beverage maker is evaluating an IPO for Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages as India’s capital markets see record activity Coca-Cola is exploring the possibility of an Initial Public Offering (IPO) for its Indian bottling subsidiary, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), which could raise about USD 1 billion, according to Bloomberg reports. The Atlanta-based beverages major […]
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Shoppers Stop Q2 Loss Rs 22.68 Cr, Revenue Rises 10%
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 17, 2025
Retailer reports higher revenue on beauty and premium fashion sales, expects strong festive and wedding season demand to lift growth The Shoppers Stop reported a net loss stood at Rs 22.68 crore in Q2 FY26, compared to Rs 22 crore in the same quarter last year. Despite this, revenue from operations rose 10.04 per cent […]
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KFC India Unveils Healthier ‘Smarter Indulgence’ Menu Range
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 17, 2025
KFC India adds grilled chicken, plant-based burger and low-fat recipes under its ‘Smarter Indulgence’ menu to promote balanced, sustainable eating KFC India has rolled out a new set of menu items under the “Smarter Indulgence” label. The changes include new products, ingredient adjustments, and alternative cooking methods aimed at providing lower-fat and more sustainable options […]