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• Health and wellness firm Guduchi Ayurveda targets Rs 100 crore revenue in FY25; aims to be present across 10,000 stores by this fiscal end

  Guduchi Ayurveda shared that it has achieved a revenue of Rs 25 crore in FY24 as against the revenue of Rs 17 crore in the previous fiscal. The company's revenue growth is attributed to its adept navigation of both offline and online markets. Currently, the firm focuses on generating balanced sales contributions, 50 per cent from offline channels and 50 per cent from direct-to-consumer online channels.

  

• Rivpra Formulation enters into D2C space with skincare brand Oteria

  Rivpra Formulation has launched 19 skincare products under Oteria emphasizing the concept of circadian rhythm, and has started selling on online channels including Amazon, Flipkart, and its online D2C platform. Going ahead, it is planning to launch 40-50 products in the next 12-18 months. With plans for online expansion this year, it looks to be present on e-commerce platforms including Nykaa and Foxy, Maccaron India, and Tira Beauty. Further, it is eyeing partnerships with dermatologists and quick commerce platforms such as Blinkit and Zepto.

  

• South India's cooling appliance market heats up; Brands expect double-digit growth

  ​The overall cooling appliances industry in South India witnessed a growth of around 17 per cent in the last financial year. At the beginning of April, IMD predicted heatwaves along with above-normal maximum temperatures across several states in South India.

  

• Beyond Snack eyes geographical expansion with new product launches

  With plans for expansion and new product launches, Beyond Snack is eyeing the Rs 100 crore revenue mark this fiscal year. Manas Madhu, co-founder of the company said, "As ours is an impulse-buying product, our visible presence on the retail shelf adds a lot of value. Hence, distribution and retail visibility will be the key focus in achieving the revenue goals."

  

• Bakingo to invest Rs 40 crore to fuel production capacity and retail expansion

  The brand is planning to expand its presence to cities like Kolkata, Chennai, Pune, Kanpur, Agra, Patna, Ludhiana, Patiala, Jalandhar, Ahmedabad, Indore, and Bhopal. It is also planning to double its dark kitchens from 75 to 150.

  

• High temperatures, stability in input costs boost outlook for dairy brands

  Along with high predicted temperatures, stable raw material costs are contributing to the positive outlook of dairy companies. Last year, brands experienced significant pressure on raw material prices, primarily due to a shortage of cattle in the dairy industry. This year, the prices of dairy ingredients have remained relatively stable. However, rising cocoa prices pose a considerable challenge for companies.

  

• Deep dive into direct selling - with Gautam Bali, MD, Vestige Marketing

  In this episode, Gautam Bali, managing director of Vestige Marketing, shares valuable insights about the growth of the direct selling industry. He talks about the changing trends, challenges, and opportunities within the industry, emphasizing its consistent progress over the years.

  

• Ubuy crosses $12 million revenue in India, expecting a growth of 30% in FY25

  ​​In an interview with ETRetail, Dhari Al Abdulhadi, CTO and founder, at Ubuy said, "We hope to keep this momentum by continually innovating and expanding our offerings. Our sales figures have been wonderful this year. We are very optimistic about Indian market and expecting a growth of 30% in FY24-25." Abdulhadi further said that the company is heavily investing in marketing and supply channels to enhance the cross-border shopping experience.

  

• Navigating the BPC Industry Landscape - with Zairus Master, Honasa Consumer

  In this episode, delving deep into his wealth of experience, Zairus Master, CBO, Honasa Consumer, shares invaluable insights into the dynamic landscape of beauty and personal care in India. From emerging trends to shifting consumer preferences, we uncover the key factors shaping the industry's trajectory.

  

• Chai Sutta Bar launches premium cafe chain Kaffee-La

  The company has launched its first Kaffee-La outlet in Indore. Spread across an area of 4,500 square feet, the store offers premium tea and coffee.

  

• Shraddha Kapoor-backed jewellery startup Palmonas to raise around $3 mn

  “We have been bootstrapped to date. Now, we are in the process of closing our pre-series A round for around 3 million dollars,” Mohadikar said.