D2C brands
Everything filed under channels in our retail coverage, the 10 reports filed on it so far.

India Shifts from Food Importer to Global Manufacturing Hub
Global food brands like Danish cookies, President cheese, and Lotus Biscoff are now manufacturing in India, driven by demand, policy, and capability.

ITC Foods Intensifies Regional Festival Marketing
ITC Foods is executing its most intensive regional festival campaigns to date, moving beyond product showcases to embed brands in local cultural

Godrej Consumer CEO Aims for Double-Digit Expansion
New Godrej Consumer CEO Aasif Malbari outlines a plan to boost volume and profit, focusing on core brands and cutting inventory.

Nestle sells vitamins business for $1bn
Nestle sells its vitamins and supplements business, including seven brands, to private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners to focus on core advantages.

Mumbai warehouse faked expiry dates
Indian authorities seized $80,000 worth of food export products from a Mumbai warehouse that systematically altered expiry dates and nutrition labels...

Influencers launch VC-backed D2C brands
Social media influencers are starting consumer brands in areas like skincare and supplements, attracting major venture capital investment.

Pepe Jeans India stresses rapid reinvention
Pepe Jeans India CEO Rakesh Jallipally said brands must evolve every six months to stay relevant, while other leaders highlighted heritage...

Diageo to Rework Whisky and Rum Brands After FSSAI Red Flag
Diageo has announced plans to rework the formulation of some of its leading whisky and rum brands sold in India within the next three months...

Independence Day Sales Surge Up to 25%, Lifting Festive Demand
This year's Independence Day sales have brought impressive growth for brands and retailers, with value sales soaring by up to 25% and volume sales...

Food and Premium Experiences Drive Multiplex Revenue Beyond Ticket Sales
Indian multiplex operators are increasingly focusing on food and beverage (F&B) revenues to boost profitability, with F&B income growing faster than...