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From 60% rise in late-night shopping to men choosing luxury brands: Nykaa reveals shopping habits of Indian consumers

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Livemint · 7m ago

From 60% rise in late-night shopping to men choosing luxury brands: Nykaa reveals shopping habits of Indian consumers

Nykaa's Beauty Trends Report for 2024 reveals key shifts in Indian consumer behavior. There's a 60% rise in midnight shopping, particularly for lipsticks and sheet masks. Korean beauty demand surged 2.5 times, and luxury products are favored by men. Popular items include Dior fragrances and Charlotte Tilbury products. Valentine’s Day leads as the top gifting season, while trends like co-ord sets and off-shoulder tops dominate fashion, driven by social media influence.

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Why 86% of Indians plan to do their seasonal holiday shopping online

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The late-stage venture market is crumbling

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Shoppers unhappy with poor return policies, counterfeit goods on ecommerce platforms: Report

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Shoppers unhappy with poor return policies, counterfeit goods on ecommerce platforms: Report

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Nykaa to acquire balance 40% stake in Nudge Wellness for Rs 15 lakh - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 17d ago

Nykaa to acquire balance 40% stake in Nudge Wellness for Rs 15 lakh - The Economic Times

Nykaa is acquiring the remaining 40% stake in nutrition brand Nudge Wellness for Rs 15 lakh, following its initial 60% acquisition for Rs 3.6 crore in 2022. This transaction, approved in August 2025, will grant Nykaa full ownership of Nudge Wellness. Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce, reported a 79% increase in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 24 crore, with a 23% rise in quarterly revenue to Rs 2,155 crore compared to the previous year.

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Livemint · 1y ago

Luxury brands getting set to open new doors, to be ready by festive quarter

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