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Akshara Srivastava

Akshara Srivastava

Akshara Srivastava

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.

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Nestle India Q4FY24 results: Net profit soars 27% to Rs 934 crore

Company to launch Nespresso in India, announces joint venture with Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

Nestle India Q4FY24 results: Net profit soars 27% to Rs 934 crore
Updated On : 26 Apr 2024 | 12:15 AM IST

Gen Zs, millennials prioritising travel, spending more on experiences

The survey identified an emerging generation of travel-focused, value-driven 'savvy explorers' in APEC who seek to maximise their travel dollars and unique travel experiences

Gen Zs, millennials prioritising travel, spending more on experiences
Updated On : 24 Apr 2024 | 9:37 AM IST

Indian Fashion retail: Booming at both ends, lagging in the middle

India's fashion retail sees polarized growth: High-end luxury and budget-friendly brands thrive as mid-range fashion struggles with stagnant sales and economic pressures

Indian Fashion retail: Booming at both ends, lagging in the middle
Updated On : 23 Apr 2024 | 8:06 AM IST

Added sugar in baby food? FSSAI to examine charges against Nestle

Packaged foods major says it has reduced added sugars in the range by 30% in last 5 years

Added sugar in baby food? FSSAI to examine charges against Nestle
Updated On : 19 Apr 2024 | 12:26 AM IST

Remove Bournvita from health drinks category: Govt tells e-commerce sites

The food safety regulator had iterated that 'energy drinks' is permitted to be used for carbonated and non-carbonated water-based flavoured drinks

Remove Bournvita from health drinks category: Govt tells e-commerce sites
Updated On : 13 Apr 2024 | 6:37 PM IST

Hotel bookings, airfares on strong wicket as IPL fever catches on

According to Thomas Cook India, online searches for travel during the IPL months are up 25 per cent when compared to last year

Hotel bookings, airfares on strong wicket as IPL fever catches on
Updated On : 12 Apr 2024 | 11:13 PM IST

India's consumption story gets a facelift as rural demand shows promise

FMCG companies have also witnessed a pick-up in rural areas.

India's consumption story gets a facelift as rural demand shows promise
Updated On : 08 Apr 2024 | 11:53 PM IST

Hot sales ahead: Summer to fire up sales of ACs, beer and sunscreen

Epack Durable, which manufactures air conditioners for durable companies like Voltas, Haier etc., expects a growth rate of more than 15 per cent this year, if the heatwave persists beyond May

Hot sales ahead: Summer to fire up sales of ACs, beer and sunscreen
Updated On : 04 Apr 2024 | 11:12 PM IST

NCDRC dismisses govt's 2015 plea against sale of Nestle's Maggi noodles

The DoCA had alleged that the company had indulged in unfair trade practices by manufacturing and selling hazardous and defective goods to the public

NCDRC dismisses govt's 2015 plea against sale of Nestle's Maggi noodles
Updated On : 04 Apr 2024 | 8:35 PM IST

PepsiCo to invest Rs 1,266 crore to set up new facility in Madhya Pradesh

The Ujjain-plant will be crucial for PepsiCo's beverage production in India, enabling the company to meet the rising demand

PepsiCo to invest Rs 1,266 crore to set up new facility in Madhya Pradesh
Updated On : 02 Apr 2024 | 11:31 PM IST

India's hospitality sector saw investments worth $401 mn in 2023: JLL

Sector has been witnessing a surge since 2023, with 25,176 keys signed and 12,647 keys opened, stated the report titled 'Hotel Investment Trends - India 2023'

India's hospitality sector saw investments worth $401 mn in 2023: JLL
Updated On : 01 Apr 2024 | 11:40 PM IST

India is our top priority market this year: President, Asia Pacific, Hilton

'It feels a little bit like China did 10 years ago and we expect this momentum to continue this year as well'

India is our top priority market this year: President, Asia Pacific, Hilton
Updated On : 01 Apr 2024 | 11:38 PM IST

Long Weekend: Airfares, hotel rates shoot up ahead of Holi, Good Friday

The Indian tourism industry is witnessing a sustained boom on the back of what industry stakeholders call a mindset shift, where people are using every opportunity to travel

Long Weekend: Airfares, hotel rates shoot up ahead of Holi, Good Friday
Updated On : 21 Mar 2024 | 11:11 PM IST

Alcobev industry seek clarity on brand extension vs surrogate ads

List of products sold under the same brand name as alcobev for the past three years, including details of states where they were marketed

Alcobev industry seek clarity on brand extension vs surrogate ads
Updated On : 20 Mar 2024 | 9:11 PM IST

Luxury members-only club Soho House coming to Delhi and South Mumbai

Company introduces Cities Without Houses membership format in six Indian cities

Luxury members-only club Soho House coming to Delhi and South Mumbai
Updated On : 17 Mar 2024 | 10:56 PM IST

'53% consumers did not receive refund for inherently defective products'

At least 74% consumers had reached out for action on defective products, of which, only 21% got a product replacement or refund

'53% consumers did not receive refund for inherently defective products'
Updated On : 15 Mar 2024 | 11:54 PM IST

Hyatt Hotels to expand India footprint with 7 new properties in 2024

On the back of this boost in domestic tourism, the company debuted JdV by Hyatt - its ninth brand in the country - in February 2024

Hyatt Hotels to expand India footprint with 7 new properties in 2024
Updated On : 14 Mar 2024 | 6:15 AM IST

Increased travel connectivity, visa waivers help boost tourism to SE Asia

The prevailing influence of Korean pop culture, often referred to as the 'Hallyu Wave' has significantly captivated Indian audiences, thus boosting travel to the country

Increased travel connectivity, visa waivers help boost tourism to SE Asia
Updated On : 13 Mar 2024 | 7:22 PM IST

Beverage, air conditioner sales may jump up to 40% as mercury surges

Another factor which plays well for cold beverage majors is the onset of Ramadan and elections which typically causes consumption to pick-up

Beverage, air conditioner sales may jump up to 40% as mercury surges
Updated On : 10 Mar 2024 | 11:59 PM IST

FMCG sector to see subdued growth till September quarter: Kantar report

With El-Nino impact expected to keep weather dry for the first half of the year, the agriculture outlook for 2024 is a mixed bag

FMCG sector to see subdued growth till September quarter: Kantar report
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 11:19 PM IST