BUSINESS
FMCG companies dig deep within to regain growth
The market outlook remains dullish, show early trading updates, but companies are not letting that stop them from investing behind brands, advertising & promotions and distribution
BUSINESS
Investor message to FMCG companies in FY25: Get off your backside
While premium and discretionary categories are doing well, staples are in the doghouse. Listed companies are blaming it on unfavourable macros, but the Street is getting tired of these excuses
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | What the new fiscal year brings, some old, some new
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Zomato’s ‘green’ gaffe and lessons learnt, China turns on the charm for foreign investors, CAA -- an election weapon for BJP, Kejriwal’s arrest may dent AAP's poll chances, and more
BUSINESS
What Unilever’s latest restructuring means for HUL investors
Hindustan Unilever’s investors are unlikely to bemoan parting ways with its ice cream business. But they should pay more intention to parent company Unilever’s launch of a productivity plan
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Mind the gap: the main lesson from MF stress tests
In today’s edition of Pro Panorama: This small lender is big on value, the cheery copper, trouble spots in ESG funds, China’s love for robots, the poll vault, WTO’s report card and much more
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Does the wisdom of crowds hold true in the IPO market?
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India slows China's roll in Indian Ocean, mutual funds and their rising popularity, Asia's capex cycle gears for an upshift, how to manage effective governance of AI, and more
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Private goods or public, where to draw the line?
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Japan looks to revive ties with China, small cap stocks and lurking signs of danger, MSeva -- a missed opportunity maybe, banks face credit growth challenge, and more
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day | The danger inbuilt in small cap stocks
Data on the financial health of stocks show that smaller stocks are indeed doing well on some aspects, but there are enough red flags that should give investors pause for thought
BUSINESS
Surprise slump in iron ore prices poses risk for India’s steel producers
China’s property sector needs a more robust stimulus, barring which a shadow over iron ore prices may continue as steel-makers will taper output
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Is the rural consumption slowdown a mirage?
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Learnings for India on how to set up semiconductor facilities, Putin to get re-elected as western sanctions fail, startup ecosystem needs a regulatory overhaul, time new CPI data is released, and more
BUSINESS
Why the Novelis IPO news did little to lift investor sentiment for Hindalco
There are several questions about the public offer to which answers are not forthcoming as of now
BUSINESS
When will FMCG companies turn investor favourites again?
Eight-year financial data gives an idea of what may lead to FMCG firms’ profits returning to healthier growth levels
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | When lowly earnings get a seat at the high table
In today's edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: PM Modi reaches out to the Muslim world, Russian economy braves Western sanctions, markets ready for a high but investors must be cautious, US and China vie for Bangladesh's attention putting India on backfoot, and more
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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Is rural FMCG demand on the cusp of a revival?
In today's Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Market weakness likely to persist, sugar mills exhibit signs of being stuck, Pakistani voters spoil military’s game plan, should you invest in products of daily use, and more
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day | Sugar mills find themselves in a sticky spot
Global sugar prices have swung in tune with a change in the industry’s outlook. Domestic mills face a tough time as higher than expected output is likely at a time of lower prices
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Weekender: Corporate governance’s pull for big money
India’s growing clout on the world stage is giving it a halo that companies find irresistible. A high level of corporate governance standards can burnish its reputation further
BUSINESS
Why are ITC’s shareholders taking fright when BAT is selling only 4 percent stake?
The sharp fall in ITC’s shares indicates a nervousness that is not fully explained by the 4 percent stake sale news, which was already known to the market
BUSINESS
MC Pro Quick Take | Nestle India’s results highlight premium divide in FMCG results
Its sales grew on the back of price and mix, said the company management, implying volumes did not contribute much. That may have put it in the category of underperforming companies but its profitability tells a different story
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | A new 800-pound gorilla eyes the Street
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Budget highlights government’s spending priorities, China ready to take over as biggest auto exporter, Actor Vijay's political debut causes a stir, and more
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No direct boost to consumption in Budget, focus shifts to inflation
Hopes that the government could put more money in the hands of low-income consumers were not realised. Demand recovery is likely to remain gradual
BUSINESS
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | What the smoke signals are saying
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: This party could change the game in Maharashtra, how to spot a bull market, the need to create a global SME market, here's the finmin's view of the economy on eve of Budget, and more
BUSINESS
ITC’s Q3 singed by cigarettes business
The cigarettes business that contributes to nearly 80 percent of profit suffered an erosion in margins during the quarter. If that continues, it could cast a shadow on its performance
BUSINESS
Tata Steel Q3: China’s shadow looms over the industry’s profitability
China’s mainly to blame for the weak steel prices that are hurting profitability
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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Justifying the FMCG sector’s premium valuations
In today’s edition of Pro Panorama: RIL Q3 does it again in style, HUL stock hits a rough patch, Nova Agritech IPO makes a buzz, the lure of thematic funds and more
