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Azelaic Acid Is the Most Underrated Ingredient for Brown Skin and Hyperpigmentation in India

What Azelaic Acid Actually DoesAzelaic acid is a dicarboxylic acid that occurs naturally in grains like wheat, rye, and barley. Your skin already encounters trace amounts of it. At the 10 to 20% concentrations used in skincare formulations, it does three distinct things: it inhibits tyrosinase (the enzyme that triggers…

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Nykaa raises stake in personal care brand Earth Rhythm

The company confirmed it has raised its stake in Earth Rhythm by about 25%. The new shares have now been officially transferred to the company.

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Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and Falguni Nayar: 3 Lessons Indian Women Entrepreneurs Teach Us About Starting Late

Lesson 1: Bet on the gap nobody respectable is fillingChanakya wrote in the Arthashastra that the wise person profits where others see only risk. Falguni Nayar spotted exactly that kind of gap in 2012. Organised beauty retail in India barely existed. Department store cosmetics counters were chaotic, mall kiosks stocked…

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From IPO mockery to Rs 1 lakh crore m-cap: Why investors are still betting on Lenskart’s vision

Lenskart’s IPO valuation drew sharp criticism from investors, with its 230x P/E and 10.5x sales multiples sparking comparisons with expensive listings such as Mamaearth, Paytm and Nykaa. Retail investors mocked the Rs 70,000-crore valuation on social media, questioning whether the eyewear company offered enough upside. Less than a year later,…

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Flipkart, Amazon, Meesho top list of e-commerce firms facing most complaints on NCH in 2025

Flipkart and Amazon received the highest number of consumer complaints in 2025. Meesho and Myntra also featured prominently on the list of e-commerce platforms. The National Consumer Helpline facilitated over 91 crore in refunds to consumers. Non-delivery of products constituted the largest category of complaints filed. The government has taken…

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How to Find Your Actual Skin Undertone When You Have Warm Brown Indian Complexion

Why the Standard Tests Fail on Brown SkinThe vein test was designed for fair skin. On warm brown skin, the veins at your inner wrist often read blue-green regardless of your actual undertone, because melanin in the surrounding skin absorbs and shifts how colour registers to the eye. This is…

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Spotify Premium users in India now get travel, shopping discounts and exclusive music events

Spotify Premium subscribers in India now receive exclusive lifestyle benefits. These rewards include discounts from popular brands like MakeMyTrip and Nykaa. Premium members can also access invite-only music events and listening sessions. This initiative transforms Spotify Premium into a membership with added lifestyle advantages.

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Nykaa shares dip 3% despite multifold jump in Q1 profit; analysts weigh in

Nykaa operator FSN E-Commerce Ventures saw its shares fall despite a strong Q1 FY27 performance. Consolidated net profit more than tripled to Rs 80 crore, while revenue rose 29% YoY to Rs 2,782 crore.

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Stocks in news: BSE, PB Fintech, Nykaa, Airtel, and LIC

Markets experienced profit-taking after Monday's rally, with indices closing lower. Investors await the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy announcement on Wednesday. BSE reported a significant profit increase for the June quarter, driven by revenue growth. Bharti Airtel and Nykaa also announced strong quarterly earnings, showing substantial profit jumps. The…

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Nykaa’s strong Q1; Activate backs Sarvam

Nykaa reported strong quarterly growth, on the back of healthy sales across its businesses. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

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Nykaa Q1 Results: Net profit spikes 243% YoY to Rs 80 crore; revenue jumps 29%

Nykaa's quarterly profit saw a significant increase, more than tripling year-on-year. Strong growth in the beauty business and fashion sales acceleration drove this profit rise. The company's revenue from operations also increased by over twenty-nine percent. Analysts expect continued strength across both beauty and fashion segments. Improved conversion and customer…

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Stocks in news: Paytm, LIC, Airtel, BSE and ONGC

Markets extended gains on Monday, driven by easing oil prices and strong quarterly earnings. Paytm's parent company sees investors selling shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore. The government will offer shares in LIC to non-retail investors starting Tuesday. Airtel, ONGC, and BSE will announce their first quarter results today.…

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Q1 earnings this week: SBI, Trent, Nykaa among 573 companies set to announce June quarter results

This week, 573 companies will announce their June quarter results, featuring prominent firms. Bharti Airtel and Nykaa are among those reporting earnings on Tuesday. Trent and Hero MotoCorp will release their quarterly figures on Thursday. State Bank of India and Titan Company are scheduled for Friday announcements. The earnings cycle…

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ET Family Business Awards: How India Inc's next generation is balancing legacy with innovation

Indian family businesses are entering a new growth phase. Next generations balance legacy with innovation and measured risk. Family offices now deploy capital for startups and frontier technologies. Legacy groups focus on calibrated risk-taking and manufacturing capabilities. Succession planning and adapting to new markets are key challenges.

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Swiggy Instamart ropes in ex-Myntra boss Nandita Sinha as q-comm battle heats up

Myntra's former CEO Nandita Sinha will lead Swiggy's Instamart quick commerce business from August 3. She replaces Amitesh Kumar Jha, who resigned on July 28 for other opportunities. Sinha previously led fashion e-commerce platform Myntra since 2022. This leadership change occurs as the quick commerce sector faces intense competition. Rivals…

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Reliance launches AJIO Beauty to capture India's booming market

Reliance Retail has launched AJIO Beauty, expanding its beauty business. This move integrates cosmetics and personal care onto its fashion platform. The strategy aims to build an integrated fashion, beauty, and lifestyle ecosystem. AJIO Beauty will offer a wide range of products and brands nationwide. This expansion taps into India's…

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Nykaa shares rise 3% as Q1 update signals nearly 30% revenue growth, GMV

Nykaa share price gained 3% following a robust quarterly business update. The company anticipates nearly 30% year-on-year growth in consolidated net revenue for the June quarter. This surge is largely attributed to a significant turnaround in its fashion segment, projecting around 55% net sales value growth, alongside continued strength in…

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Nykaa expects Q1 revenue growth near 30%, helped by fashion recovery

The company, in a voluntary quarterly update filed with the stock exchanges on Sunday, said consolidated gross merchandise value and net sales value growth for Q1 FY27 are expected to be in the early thirties on a year-on-year basis. The update is provisional and subject to limited review by the…

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India's consumption story coming back to life and the timing couldn't be better: Ashi Anand

Indian consumers are set for a strong recovery. Falling interest rates and potential oil price drops are boosting confidence. Tax cuts are already in place. This positive shift is expected to drive spending across various sectors. Experts see this as a broad-based improvement. Digital platforms are also highlighted as a…

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NSE IPO, Bata revival and Nykaa growth: Gaurang Shah's market playbook

Geojit Investments' Gaurang Shah sees selective opportunities in India's equity markets despite global uncertainties. He highlights potential for Bata India under new leadership, Nykaa's AI-driven growth, and favors defence, asset management, and power sectors. The upcoming NSE IPO is also viewed as a significant positive for the capital market ecosystem.

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Nykaa aims to surpass $5 billion in goods sold by fiscal 2030

Nykaa aims to surpass $5 billion in gross merchandise value by fiscal 2030, projecting a two to threefold revenue increase and four to fivefold EBITDA growth. The beauty retailer plans to significantly expand its store network and boost fashion merchandise sales, with its core beauty business already showing strong sales…

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Nykaa shares jump 8% to fresh 52-week high after unveiling FY30 roadmap; targets up to 3x revenue growth

Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce Ventures, saw its shares surge over 8% to a 52-week high after unveiling an ambitious FY30 vision. The company aims to achieve a $5 billion gross merchandise value, driven by disciplined execution and capital-efficient investments.

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Nykaa aims for $5 billion in GMV by FY30

Nykaa, which announced this at its annual investor day on Thursday, said that its business has doubled both GMV and revenue over the last three years while maintaining profitability.

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Stocks in news: Prime Focus, Groww, GIC RE, Wipro, Nykaa

Indian benchmark indices traded with a positive bias, with the Nifty consolidating near the 24,000 mark and closing near its day's high. Several companies, including Prime Focus, GIC RE, Wipro, Groww, and Nykaa, were in focus due to significant news developments. These ranged from regulatory approvals and successful acquisitions to…

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Nykaa vs Honasa: Which stock should you buy after Q4 earnings? Here’s what experts say

Nykaa and Mamaearth parent companies saw share surges Friday. Both beauty firms reported strong profit jumps. International brokerages issued bullish calls. Nykaa's parent, FSN E-Commerce Ventures, posted a 286% profit increase. Mamaearth's parent, Honasa Consumer, reported a 177% profit jump. Analysts suggest patience for fresh investments in these stocks.

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