Unilever Plc’s Indian unit reported a 5.5% drop in net income for the first quarter, missing analyst estimates. Behind the decline was sluggish rural demand combined with high net-worth urban consumers pivoting to other brands. Similar trends can be seen elsewhere, with Chilean retailer Cencosud SA, restaurant chain operator Yum China Holdings Inc. and Swiss-South African jeweler Compagnie Financiere Richemont SA all delivering weaker-than-expected results.
Private sector banks set to generate Alpha in 2025: Radhika Gupta
Radhika Gupta of Edelweiss MF highlights the re-rating of India’s stock market, particularly noting the potential in consumption stocks despite their higher PE multiples. She
February 6, 2025