Nestlé India Q1 Profit Jumps 48% on Strong Growth
Nestlé India reported a 48% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first quarter of FY2026-27, driven by strong volume-led growth across its product portfolio despite a challenging consumption environment. The company posted a net profit of ₹1,028 crore, compared with ₹694 crore in the corresponding quarter last year, while revenue from operations rose 8.5%…
FMCG Giants Turn to D2C Brands for Future Growth
India’s leading FMCG companies are increasingly acquiring direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands as they look to capture emerging consumer trends, accelerate innovation, and strengthen their presence in premium and niche categories. Industry experts note that traditional FMCG players are using acquisitions to gain access to digital-first consumer insights, health and wellness segments, premium nutrition products, beauty and…