SALES SURGE
Food Inc eyes quicker commerce on match day
With India battling South Africa in the T20 World Cup final this Saturday, quick commerce, food delivery services, restaurants, and brands are bracing for a massive order spike. As fans cheer on the Men in Blue, bars and restaurants screening the match anticipate packed houses and a jump of 20% to 50% in online sales.
Kia India sales surge 10 pc to 21,300 units in June
Kia India reported a 10% year-on-year increase in June wholesales, reaching 21,300 units. For the first half of 2024, sales grew by 6% to 126,137 units. Senior VP Hardeep Singh Brar credited strong product offerings and noted plans to maintain this growth through further network expansion.
Indian carmakers post SUV-led June sales growth amid heat waves
Carmakers Mahindra & Mahindra, Toyota Motor Corp's Indian unit, and Kia Motor reported increased car sales in June. This rise was driven by demand for sports utility vehicles (SUVs), despite heat waves affecting purchase decisions.
Toyota records highest-ever monthly sales in June at 27,474 units
Toyota Kirloskar Motor achieved its best-ever monthly sales in June 2024, with 27,474 units, marking a 40% increase from June 2023. Domestic sales were 25,752 units, while exports reached 1,722 units. The sales surge was driven by strong demand for SUVs and MPVs and strategic expansion into rural markets.
India vs South Africa T20 World Cup Final: Food Inc eyes quicker commerce on match day
As the national men's cricket team aims to end the drought for an ICC trophy, bars and restaurants that plan to screen the match for fans back home expect to host a full-house and also cater to an increase of 20% to 50% in their online sales.
Electric car sales in India to reach 1.3-1.5 lakh in FY25: Report
Electric car sales surged in FY24, with a forecast of 1.3-1.5 lakh units in FY25. The PV industry expects moderate growth, driven by SUV sales and premium vehicle demand, despite challenges in the entry-level segment.
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Central banks must prepare for profound impact of AI, BIS says
In its first major report about the rapidly advancing world of AI Bank for International Settlements (BIS)has said, policymakers need to harness its immense power to monitor data in real time to "sharpen" their inflation-predicting abilities. A former Swedish central banker said, "We like to hold humans accountable."
Passenger vehicle sales to see 3-5 pc growth this fiscal: Report
Passenger vehicle sales are expected to grow moderately at 3-5% in the current financial year due to a high-base effect of FY24, shrinking order book, and subdued demand for entry-level variants. Electric car sales in the PV segment may reach 1.30-1.50 lakh units in FY25, driven by improving penetration rates. Utility vehicles have seen significant growth, benefiting from lower interest rates and increased demand for personal mobility post-pandemic.
Paytm shares fall 3% amid reports of talks to sell movie ticketing business to Zomato
If the deal goes through, it will be among the largest buyouts for Zomato after it acquired Uber Eats in 2020 and took over quick commerce platform Blinkit in 2021 in an all-stock deal valued at Rs 4,447 crore.
India bankers brace for IPO surge as election uncertainty lifts
About $3.9 billion has been raised in India via IPOs so far this year, more than double the same period in 2023, and a tally that’s higher than the combined amount raised in South Korea and Hong Kong, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.
Gap surges 22% as apparel maker's turnaround strategy starts to pay off
Shares of Gap climbed as much as 22% on Friday after the apparel retailer lifted its full-year sales forecast signaling that its turnaround strategy of bringing in newer styles is starting to work.
Retail cos, QSRs expand at slowest pace in 5 years
Retailers and quick-service restaurant chains in India experienced the slowest pace of store expansion in five years at 9%, with 33,219 stores as of March 31. In FY23, the number was 30,551, up 18% from the previous year. These companies added 2,700 stores, averaging 7 a day, but that's nearly half compared to 13 doors each day in FY23. Retail sales growth rate fell year-on-year every month in the previous fiscal, reflecting weak consumer sentiment across segments like apparel, footwear, and QSR.
GQG Partners' investments in Adani stocks surge 172% to $11.6 billion
The US-based investment firm saw its investment in six Adani group stocks nearly triple in value, from ₹38,500 crore ($4.6 billion) to ₹96,431 crore ($11.62 billion) within a span of roughly seven months. This remarkable 150% increase highlights the investor's confidence in the Adani group and the potential growth of the Indian market.
Hiring surge in travel and tourism: What it means for mid-career and senior roles
India's travel and tourism sector has rebounded post-pandemic, contributing Rs 16.5 trillion to the economy and creating 39 million jobs by 2020. The sector is also witnessing a spike in demand for AI specialists and data operations in the hospitality industry.
Back-to-school season spurs surge in retail and e-commerce sales
As students gear up for the new academic year, retailers and stationery companies prepare for a surge in demand during the April to June peak back-to-school shopping period. This significantly boosts sales for brands like ITC and DOMS, laptop manufacturers such as Dell, Lenovo, and Samsung, and retailers like Reliance Retail's Smart Bazaar stores, with sales increasing fivefold according to industry experts.
Balkrishna Industries shares jump 5% post Q4 results
Balkrishna Industries Share Price: Shares of BKT surged 5% on Saturday to its fresh 52-week high of Rs 2,798.95 supported by the company’s solid fourth quarter performance. Its net profit soared 88% while revenue jumped 16% to Rs 2,697 crore on the back of a sales volume of 82,085 MT.
Zydus Q4 Results: Net profit surges 4-fold to Rs 1,182 crore; revenue at Rs 5,534 cr
Zydus Lifesciences on Friday said its consolidated net profit surged four-fold to Rs 1,182 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2024 on higher sales. The drug firm had reported a net profit of Rs 297 crore in the January-March quarter of the 2022-23 fiscal.
Heatwave ignites surge in chronic therapy demand
Rising temperatures across various regions of India are driving increased demand for medications aimed at managing chronic conditions. This includes prescriptions for high blood pressure (antihypertensives), cholesterol (lipid-lowering drugs), and blood clotting (platelet aggregation inhibitors).
New oral diabetes + obesity drug's India sales surge 100%
India experiences a surge in Rybelsus sales, impacting the anti-obesity market. Semaglutide dominates, reflecting India's obesity challenges and evolving disease patterns as it grows as a superpower.
IGL shares surge 7% after Q4 results. Should you invest?
IGL Share Price: Indraprastha Gas (IGL) shares surged 7% after reporting a 16% YoY profit increase to Rs 383 crore in Q4. Despite revenue decline due to lower gas prices, sales volume rose
Godrej Properties shares surge nearly 10% to record high. Should you invest?
Godrej Properties shares surged 9.7% to a record high of Rs 2,816.90 on BSE. Brokerages raised target prices after a 14% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 471 crore for Q1 2024. The company achieved its highest-ever quarterly sales, with booking value at Rs 9,519 crore.
Ramkrishna Forgings Q4 Results: Net profit surges 31% YoY to Rs 87 crore
Ramkrishna Forgings Ltd (RKFL) on Thursday reported a 31 per cent rise in standalone net profit to Rs 87.30 crore for the January-March quarter of 2023-24. Its net profit was at Rs 66.82 crore in the January-March period of 2022-23, the company said in an exchange filing.
Offline smartphone sales surge in March quarter as buyers seek premium feel
Rising offline sales come amid strong demand for premium handsets where the touch-and-feel experience is crucial for customers before purchasing, say experts. Offline stores are also offering a bouquet of financing options such as no-cost monthly instalments, paper-based financing, and GST credit, along with some headroom for negotiation in the final price.
Summer product sales surge 40-50% in April as appliance makers worry about shortages
April has been a scorching month for summer products like air-conditioners, refrigerators, air-coolers, soft drinks, and ice creams, with sales soaring 40-50%. This surge has led to concerns among appliance manufacturers about meeting demand, especially in the south and east where sales have spiked 150-200% due to ongoing heatwaves. The north, the largest market for cooling appliances, is yet to experience the full impact of the heatwave. Manufacturers warn of possible shortages in May as component planning did not anticipate such high demand, and it's challenging to expand production on short notice.
Kolkata records 17% Y-o-Y surge in property registrations in March 2024
In March 2024, the Kolkata Metropolitan Region witnessed a significant increase in apartment registrations, with 3,936 units registered, marking a 17% year-on-year growth, as reported by Knight Frank. The real estate sector in Kolkata has been advocating for the extension of stamp duty rebate, which is expected to boost residential sales further. The data indicates a shift towards smaller apartment sizes, with units under 500 sq ft comprising 45% of total registrations, up from 24% in March 2023. The South Zone led in apartment registrations, followed by the North Zone, both offering affordable options in the residential market.
All in a day! Gold sees sharp decline on Friday, but ends with weekly gains
The metal lost buying momentum after hitting a fresh record high of $2431 to settle lower. The yellow metal closed with a loss of 1.37% at $2344 Friday.
Passenger vehicle wholesales surge; up by 8.4% in FY24, SIAM data shows
India's passenger vehicle wholesales reached a new high of 42,18,746 units in the 2023-24 financial year, an 8.4% increase from the previous year. The growth was attributed to strong demand for utility vehicles, with two-wheeler sales seeing a 13.3% growth. Vehicle sales across all categories also rose by 12.5%. Exports experienced a 5.5% decline. The Indian automobile industry's growth was attributed to India's 7.6% economic growth and favorable government policies.
Godrej Properties shares surge 7% on highest-ever quarterly sales
Godrej Properties' shares surged 7% with highest-ever quarterly sales of 5,000 homes. FY24 bookings exceeded expectations, reaching over Rs 22,500 crore. MD & CEO Gaurav Pandey optimistic about company's growth and market expansion.
Indians’ electric love to power EV sales to a record
The sales surge would be propelled by falling battery prices and resultant product price cuts by some automakers, robust government support for eco-friendly vehicles, higher prices of fossil fuels and growing environmental awareness among consumers. Launch of new models by automakers is also helping attract new buyers into this segment.
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