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Dabur to acquire a minority stake in the luxury skincare D2C company RAS Beauty, for Rs 60 crore
Dabur India is acquiring a significant minority stake in luxury skincare direct-to-consumer brand RAS Beauty for Rs 60 crore. This strategic move, under Dabur Ventures, aims to tap into the booming premium beauty segment. The investment will fuel RAS Beauty's expansion into omnichannel presence and product development, reflecting a broader trend of legacy FMCG firms backing digital-first brands.
Watch | M&M’s Japan agri exit seen as strategic portfolio rationalisation amid rising competition
Mahindra & Mahindra’s decision to exit its agri-machinery business in Japan reflects a broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on stronger, profitable markets, according to LKP Securities analyst Ashwin Patil. He said the Japan unit was likely a smaller, underperforming business facing intense competition, making continued investment less viable. The move aligns with M&M’s past efforts to exit non-core global operations and prioritise high-performing segments.
Market overreacting to AI disruption; opportunities will expand with new technology: Ramesh Damani
Indian equity markets may be grappling with fresh volatility amid intensifying concerns around artificial intelligence, but seasoned investors believe the reaction has been overdone and that India’s long-term growth story remains firmly intact.Speaking in a panel discussion at News18’s Rising Bharat Summit, veteran market participant Ramesh Damani said recent market moves reflect anxiety over how AI could disrupt existing technology business models, rather than any deterioration in underlying economic fundamentals. Drawing parallels with earlier phases of technological change, Damani argued that innovation has historically expanded market opportunity rather than destroyed it.Echoing that view, Madhusudan Kela said AI-led disruption is real but should not be viewed as an existential threat to India’s growth trajectory. “Technology has never made societies poorer,” Kela said, while acknowledging that rapid change will inevitably create both winners and losers, even within the IT sector.Kela cautioned that short-term disruptions, particularly around employment and reskilling, cannot be ignored given the speed at which AI is evolving. However, he remained optimistic over the medium to long term, highlighting India’s skilled workforce and its potential to emerge as a global provider of AI solutions.Meanwhile, Vijay Kedia described the rise of highly valued global AI firms as a clear wake-up call for India, but not a reason for panic. He said companies can no longer afford to ignore AI, even as indiscriminate investment carries risks. “If you are not investing in AI, chances are you will lose your company. If you blindly invest in AI, chances are you will lose your capital,” Kedia said.
Looking to take success from India to other emerging markets: Acerpure
Acerpure, a consumer electronics brand, is set to expand its presence in emerging markets like the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia. The company aims to double its sales and investment in India this year. Acerpure is also focusing on launching products tailored for the Indian market, emphasizing 'made in India' initiatives.
HUL approves ₹2,000-cr investment to expand premium beauty & well-being, home care biz
The investment aligns with HUL’s strategy of focusing on fewer, bigger bets and strengthening its presence in high-growth demand areas, including premium skin care, hair care, personal care, and home care liquids. Shares of Hindustan Unilever Ltd ended at ₹2,323.70, up by ₹11.50, or 0.50%, on the BSE today, February 18.
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Vodafone Idea share surges 6% as Kumar Mangalam Birla backs turnaround, promoter funding plan
The stock rose as much as 5.6% to Rs 14.96 in afternoon trade after shareholders approved a Rs 4,730-crore investment from the Aditya Birla Group through a preferential allotment of warrants at an extraordinary general meeting
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RBL Bank has announced the completion of the regulatory and governmental approval process for the proposed strategic investment by Emirates NBD Bank.
Promoter buys half a percent stake in Euro Pratik Sales, Authum Investment picks up 1.3% Prataap Snacks shares
Perhaps, Euro Pratik Sales shares may have reacted to the deal, rising up to 7.3 percent intraday before closing off day's high with 1.26 percent gains at Rs 250.05 on the National Stock Exchange.