ICRA expects India’s power demand to grow 5.0–5.5% in FY27, driven by industrial, commercial, agricultural and household consumption. New demand pockets from electric vehicles and data centers are also set to play a role, while thermal plant usage is expected to remain stable. But distribution companies may struggle with high debt and limited tariff increases, pressuring profitability.
Jio BlackRock initially leaned on direct selling when it launched, bypassing traditional distributors that dominate Indian mutual fund sales. About a year later, it’s expanding to sell through regular channels too. The shift suggests the fund house is recalibrating how it scales distribution and access to investor demand, balancing control with reach.
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Mother Dairy says premium products and expansion into newer markets are its top priorities, as it strengthens distribution and grows its footprint on quick commerce platforms. The company expects demand to keep evolving amid intensifying competition and projects major growth ahead, targeting revenue of Rs 24,000 crore in the coming fiscal year.
Jio BlackRock Asset Management is changing its go-to-market strategy less than a year after launch. After initially selling directly and bypassing intermediaries, the JV will now distribute specialized investment funds through distributors, with plans to expand this approach to mutual fund schemes—targeting investors who prefer more guidance before committing capital.
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