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SECTOR | 26 May 2026, 05:09PM

Marico enters shampoo market with Parachute Advansed Protein Shampoo

Business Line

Marico has entered the shampoo segment with Parachute Advansed Protein Shampoo, aiming to tap the fast-growing Rs 10,000 crore hair-cleansing market dominated by major FMCG players such as HUL and PG

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 25 May 2026, 06:47PM

TVS Motor Company emerges on top in shareholder value creation in Durable Consumer Goods' category

Business Line

TVS Motor's performance was driven primarily by strong revenue growth (22 percentage points) and a premium market valuation (18 percentage points), complemented by improving profitability and continuous strengthening of the balance sheet

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 25 May 2026, 04:07PM

Why global FMCG giants are shifting from selling to making in India

Business Standard

India's growing consumer market and improving manufacturing ecosystem are encouraging global FMCG firms to move beyond selling and start making locally

Why high inflation bodes well for FMCG companies: Harini Dedhia decodes

Business Standard | 25 May 2026, 02:31PM

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 23 May 2026

Health Ministry brings CNS drug pregabalin under Schedule H1 to prevent misuse

Business Line

Following the notification, pregabalin will now be regulated under the stricter provisions of Schedule H1, instead of the existing Schedule H, under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 22 May 2026

Concerns over cigarette biz may cap gains in ITC despite FMCG growth

Business Standard

Given the likelihood of continuing consumer shifts to smuggled brands, the earnings pressure in cigarettes may offset growth in FMCG and Paper

ITC has paid dividends worth Rs 90 per share since 2020. Should you buy?

Economic Times | 22 May 2026 3 more

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 22 May 2026

Health Ministry brings CNS drug Pregabalin under Schedule H1 to prevent misuse

Business Line

Following the notification, Pregabalin will now be regulated under the stricter provisions of Schedule H1, instead of the existing Schedule H, under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945

Union Health ministry brings pregabalin under Schedule H1 to prevent misuse

Business Standard | 22 May 2026

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 22 May 2026

Rahul Shah bullish on pharma, sees Sun Pharma and Aurobindo as key large-cap plays

Economic Times

Indian equity markets show a mixed but improving consumption trend, with selective FMCG and premium retail outperforming. Page Industries is highlighted as a strong recovery story, while Nykaa and Honasa are viewed cautiously. The pharma sector continues its outperformance, with Sun Pharma and Aurobindo Pharma looking attractive.

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 21 May 2026

Injectable cosmetics not allowed under law, says drug regulator CDSCO

Business Standard

Cosmetic products supplied in injectable form do not fall under the definition of cosmetics under the law and are not permitted for use by consumers, professionals or aesthetic clinics, the central drug regulator has made it clear. The advisory by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation's (CDSCO) comes amid the growing popularity of injectable aesthetic procedures being promoted as "cosmetic" treatments in beauty clinics and wellness centres across the country. The clarification is aimed at preventing misuse of cosmetic products for treatment purposes and ensuring consumer safety, particularly as non-surgical aesthetic procedures gain popularity in urban centres and through social media promotion, a source said. The move also seeks to curb misleading advertising and unauthorised cosmetic practices by clinics and individuals. In the public notice issued on May 18, the regulator said that cosmetics are intended only to be "rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed" on the body fo

Cosmetics only for beautifying, not treatment': DCGI issues public notice

Business Line | 21 May 2026

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 20 May 2026

FMCG industry could see volume growth softening if higher crude oil prices, weather stress persist

Business Line

If higher energy costs coincide with food inflation due to weather stress, then the FMCG industry volume growth could soften to 3-4%, a report by Worldpanel by Numerator states

FMCG sector likely to see 5% volume growth in 2026: Worldpanel by Numerator

Business Standard | 20 May 2026 1 more

Consumer Durables

SECTOR | 18 May 2026

Industry meet in Bangkok to address logistics challenges

Business Line

The 2026 APAC edition is expected to bring together senior executives from retail, logistics, FMCG and commerce sectors across the region