Akshara Srivastava tracks the Indian consumption story at Business Standard. From fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) to offline retail and luxury, along with hospitality and travel, Akshara has a deep interest in uncovering the trends and nuances shaping consumer behaviour across these sectors. She also writes about the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and FSSAI.
Akshara Srivastava tracks the Indian consumption story at Business Standard. From fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) to offline retail and luxury, along with hospitality and travel, Akshara has a deep interest in uncovering the trends and nuances shaping consumer behaviour across these sectors. She also writes about the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and FSSAI.
Group aims for brand to be among top three national players in five years
The company had reported a net profit of Rs 698.3 crore in the year-ago period
The five most chosen out-of-home beverage brands in India are Thums Up, Frooti, Amul, Maaza, and Bisleri
Kantar report says rural growth largely led by rise in population rather than consumption
Mars Wrigley currently has a 3 per cent share of the Indian chocolate market. It sells brands like Snickers, Galaxy, Mars, Bounty, and Twix along with chewing gums like Boomer and Orbit
The government will also start a comprehensive development initiative for the city of Rajgir in Bihar, which holds immense religious significance for Hindus, Buddhists and Jains
Announcements may put more money in hands of taxpayers boosting consumer demand
The company's consolidated unit case volume grew 2 per cent
From AI-enabled mattresses and pillow menus to sleep therapists, restful nights are big business
Public policy should pay particular attention to boosting the tourism sector, Survey notes
The company had reported a net profit of Rs 87.8 crore in the year ago period
Companies expand offerings beyond noodles, trade witnessing a food twist
Budget 2024: Industry leaders have urged Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to accord infrastructure status for hotels across all categories built at a project cost of Rs 10 crore and above
Many restaurants ask for high commissions charged by food delivery platforms to be slashed
Ahead of the Union Budget, the consumer sector is calling on the govt to enhance both rural and urban infra, create a more business-friendly environment, and prioritise measures to boost demand
Wimbledon, Euro Cup, and Copa America drive late-night deliveries
Held once every four years, the hospitality major has observed that travellers from more than 160 countries have booked their stays for the duration of the Games
100 chartered flights to land in Mumbai; hotel rents shoot up
Beverage major sees double-digit growth in convenient foods, beverages in Q2 in India
Company to expand rural footprint, premium portfolio to drive growth in FY25