Urban Company’s InstaHelp segment drove a dramatic 57-fold jump in net loss to Rs 161 crore in the March quarter of FY26. The company says the increase stems from higher spending as it pushes for market share in the fast-growing, cutthroat on-demand domestic help space, even if short-term profitability suffers.
Maruti Suzuki expects strong growth this financial year even as global challenges persist, with demand in local markets running ahead of available supply. The company says it will ramp up production to clear pending orders, while new capacity additions come online. Maruti also plans to introduce fresh products and grow faster than the industry, supported by favorable economic conditions.
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ICRA has downgraded Ola Electric Technologies, citing declining sales, persistent losses, and delayed profitability. While the company worked on improving unit economics, intensifying competition and subsidy rationalisation pressured demand and margins. Ola Electric’s electric two-wheeler market share has also fallen, with legacy players increasingly dominating the segment.
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India says it will outgrow the Indian passenger vehicle market by accelerating product momentum. The automaker plans 18 to 19 new models and facelifts, betting that current strong sales will help it double market share and reach 5% by 2030. The strategy is designed to secure leadership in FY27 and beyond.
A U.S. move in Caracas and plans to take control of Venezuela’s oil assets are reviving heavy crude exports. Because many U.S. refineries are already configured for Venezuelan grades, Canada could struggle to defend its market share. That pressure may hit Canadian oil revenues and in turn weigh on the Canadian dollar.
Kubota’s backing was meant to spark a resurgence for Escorts, but the company’s market share has continued to slip. The article points to weak sales execution and slow decision-making that have blunted the impact of otherwise strong products, allowing rivals to take ground. With new product pushes underway, the question is whether the momentum can finally be recaptured.
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