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Shree Renuka Sugars Q4 profit zooms to Rs 101 cr

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:16:31 GMT

Shree Renuka Sugars today reported nearly three-fold jump in consolidated profit at Rs 101.2 crore for the quarter ended September 30.Shree Renuka Sugars Q4 profit zooms to Rs 101 cr Shree Renuka Sugars Q4 profit zooms to Rs 101 cr

Key FMCG sectors witness higher rural growth during April-September: AC Nielsen

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:32:21 GMT

Poor monsoon rains this year may have taken a toll on summer crop and driven up food prices to scary highs, but it hasn’t impacted rural India’s bubbling craze for shampoos, toothpastes and hair-oilsKey FMCG sectors witness higher rural growth during April-September: AC NielsenKey FMCG sectors witness higher rural growth during April-September: AC Nielsen

Dabur alleges US-based firm of infringing on its trademark

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:58:53 GMT

FMCG major Dabur has alleged that US-based firm Aveda, which manufactures and sells Ayurvedic cosmetic products, is infringing on the trademark of its skincare range.Dabur alleges US-based firm of infringing on its trademarkDabur alleges US-based firm of infringing on its trademark

Makeover time for direct sellers

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:41:16 GMT

Amway will soon start product advertisement as it increases its adspend.Makeover time for direct sellersMakeover time for direct sellers

When masala from God’s own country spices up life

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:50:47 GMT

Rs 300-crore Kochi-based Eastern Condiments has evolved into one of the top spices-to-masalas brands. When masala from God’s own country spices up lifeWhen masala from God’s own country spices up life

Dabur appeals against 'Pachmola' sale

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 08:31:37 GMT

FMCG major Dabur, which owns the 'Hajmola' brand of digestive tablets, is unable to digest another pill by almost the same name - 'Pachmola'. Dabur appeals against 'Pachmola' saleDabur appeals against 'Pachmola' sale

Renuka Sugars acquires Brazilian co for Rs 377 cr

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:08:30 GMT

The country’s largest refiner Shree Renuka Sugars (SRSL) has bought distressed Brazilian sugar and ethanol producer Vale Do Ivai (VDI) in a deal worth $82 million (Rs 377.2 crore). Renuka Sugars acquires Brazilian co for Rs 377 crRenuka Sugars acquires Brazilian co for Rs 377 cr

Wyeth case: Reckitt challenges HC order

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:07:15 GMT

In a fresh twist to the ongoing legal battle between FMCG major Reckitt Benckiser and global drugmaker Wyeth over alleged copyright violation over their respective hair-removing creams, the former has appealed against a recent Delhi High Court order which went in favour of Wyeth. Wyeth case: Reckitt challenges HC orderWyeth case: Reckitt challenges HC order

Wipro buys Yardley’s India, Asia biz for $45.5 mn

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:58:40 GMT

Wipro on Thursday brought 229-year-old British brand Yardley’s business in select markets including India from UK’s Lornamead Group to stretch its personal care portfolio to the premium range. Wipro buys Yardley’s India, Asia biz for $45.5 mnWipro buys Yardley’s India, Asia biz for $45.5 mn

Wipro buys Yardley personal care businesses for $45.5 mn

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:50:12 GMT

Wipro said it had signed an agreement with UK's Lornamead, which owns the Yardley brand, for the businesses in Asia, Middle East, Australasia and some African markets.

Wipro buys Yardley personal care businesses for $45.5 mnWipro buys Yardley personal care businesses for $45.5 mn

Hencefroth, Wheel, Fena, Ghadi may cost you more

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:35:13 GMT

Economy-segment detergents such as Hindustan Unilever’s Wheel, Ghadi from Kanpur Trading Company and Fena may be more expensive by 10-20%, following the levy of 20% safeguard duty on soda ash - a key component of detergent production. Hencefroth, Wheel, Fena, Ghadi may cost you moreHencefroth, Wheel, Fena, Ghadi may cost you more

Ad blitz, new products to decide course

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:47:10 GMT

Confirming the market’s worst fears, FMCG bellwether Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has registered the worst growth in sales since the December quarter of 2004. Ad blitz, new products to decide courseAd blitz, new products to decide course

FMCG hold their own in slow times

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:21:40 GMT

High-value goods such as televisions, refrigerators, washing machines and microwave ovens saw double-digit volume growth last year and early this year tooFMCG hold their own in slow timesFMCG hold their own in slow times

Now, Emami forays into homeopathy

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:38:22 GMT

Emami Group forays into homoeopathy sector by acquiring Kolkata-based M Bhattacharyya & Co Private, one of the country’s earliest homeopathy companies. Now, Emami forays into homeopathyNow, Emami forays into homeopathy

FMCG sector may grow 20% in July-Sep period: Assocham

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:55:39 GMT

Riding on robust demand from rural India the FMCG sector is likely to post growth of 20 per cent in July-September period this fiscal, up from about 14 per cent in the previous quarter, Assocham said. FMCG sector may grow 20% in July-Sep period: Assocham FMCG sector may grow 20% in July-Sep period: Assocham

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