Debabrata Mukherjee (Debu)

Marico Bangladesh Ltd. one of the leading FMCG company posted Tk 5,110 Million revenue in Q1'25-26 (April'25-June'25). In terms of category wise revenue, parachute coconut oil and value added hair oil segment was the main contributor for the growth. Parachute Coconut Oil's revenue increased by Tk 380 Million from BDT 2,681 Million in Q1'24-25 to Tk 3,061 Million in Q1'25-26. The segment contributed to 60% of the total revenue. VAHO's revenue increased by Tk 312 Million from Tk 1,249 Million in Q1'24-25 to Tk 1,561 Million in Q1'25-26. Health & beauty segment also posted growth of Tk 114 Million. Marico Bangladesh posted profit of Tk 1,946 Million in Q1'25-26, 12.7% YoY growth. #Marico #BrandUpdates #Markedium

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Retail grows stronger when it grows closer. The future of super shop retail in Bangladesh lies in scale with efficiency: smaller footprints, smarter technology and sharper customer focus. In Bangladesh, the neighbourhood convenience model has been more profitable than the hypermarket format. Why? 👉 Lower fixed costs – Smaller outlets mean less rent, leaner staff and higher sales per square foot. 👉 Faster scalability – Easy to expand in residential areas and sub-districts, reaching customers closer to home. 👉 Higher inventory turnover – Quick-moving daily essentials ensure steady cash flow and reduce wastage. 👉 Customer loyalty – Shoppers prefer nearby stores for daily purchases, building repeat visits. Looking ahead, the hybrid model (convenience + e-commerce integration) will dominate. With digital payments, quick delivery and customer data-driven assortment, this model can ensure sustainable growth and long-term profitability in Bangladesh.

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In the global market, China leads with USD $165.24 billion in yearly revenue, holding a 29.64% share, followed by Bangladesh at USD $38.48 billion (6.90%), Vietnam at USD $33.94 billion (6.09%), India at USD $16.36 billion (2.94%), Cambodia at USD $9.89 billion (1.77%), Pakistan at USD $9.28 billion (1.66%), and Indonesia at USD $8.73 billion (1.57%). Analyzing the significance of the apparel sector in these nations reveals interesting insights. Apparel constitutes a substantial portion of total exports in Bangladesh (86.20%), Cambodia (36.70%), Pakistan (26.80%), China (4.30%), Vietnam (7.60%), India (2.20%), and Indonesia (2.30%). The data highlights the critical role of the apparel industry in Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Pakistan, where a significant portion of their exports rely on this sector. While China leads the market, apparel accounts for only 4.30% of its total exports, indicating a diversified economy. Despite this, China actively supports the sustainability of its apparel sector through subsidies and direct assistance. Bangladesh stands to benefit by attracting more businesses from China, which is shifting focus. India, Vietnam, and Indonesia, though diversifying, offer growth prospects but not like Bangladesh. While these countries have alternative priorities, Bangladesh's reliance on apparel necessitates strategic steps for industry growth and stability. Bangladesh's focused efforts can facilitate sustained growth and secure a stable future for the apparel sector. Thanking You, Mohiuddin Rubel Former Director, Brand BGMEA Managing Director, Bangladesh Apparel Exchange Additional Managing Director, Denim Expert Ltd.

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The world of trade was changing fundamentally even before tariffs dominated headlines. Aditya Gahlaut recently sat down with The Daily Star to discuss Bangladesh’s role in global trade and how long-term trends such as digitisation, consumer behaviour, and sustainability will continue to drive changes in how and where trade is conducted. Read the full article here: https://grp.hsbc/6041AB4kF

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Indonesia’s retail giant Alfamart is entering Bangladesh through a joint venture with Kazi Farms Group and Japan’s Mitsubishi Corporation. With a USD 120 million investment, the partnership will launch modern convenience stores featuring advanced retail technology and new job opportunities - starting in Dhaka and Chattogram.

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🔍 Are We Building What Customers Truly Value? 🇧🇩 It’s time Bangladeshi businesses rethink cost, quality, and customer experience — all at once. 💡 McKinsey’s Design-to-Value (DTV) isn’t just a product strategy — it’s a cross-functional transformation engine. At its core, DTV helps you: ✅ Understand what your customer truly values ✅ Re-engineer products for value, not just cost ✅ Break down silos across R&D, Procurement, Marketing, and Ops ✅ Drive smarter decisions with cost transparency and competitor benchmarking 📦 Whether you’re in FMCG, manufacturing, consumer electronics, or even apparel — DTV gives you the playbook to win on value, not just price. Imagine this in Bangladesh: 🛒 An FMCG brand reducing packaging cost by 15% without hurting consumer appeal 🏗 A construction material company redesigning SKUs based on end-user feedback 🚚 A supply chain team eliminating features that don’t influence buying decisions 🔥 DTV = Cost Leadership + Customer Delight. In a price-sensitive and fast-changing market like ours, that’s a game changer. Let’s bring DTV to our boardrooms, factories, and design studios. #DesignToValue #BusinessTransformation #BangladeshBusiness #CostLeadership #CustomerValue #FMCG #Manufacturing #AkijResource #Innovation #McKinseyDTV #ValueEngineering #ProductStrategy #DigitalTransformation

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Q Collection Pte. Ltd. Expands Its Global Apparel Footprint Q Collection Pte. Ltd., a Singapore-headquartered apparel group with strong operational roots in Bangladesh, is making significant strides in its global expansion. The group has recently acquired two local subsidiaries and is entering Sri Lanka’s apparel sector, further reinforcing its strategic positioning in key global markets, including Morocco. This milestone reflects Q Collection’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the global apparel supply chain. Beyond strengthening operations, the expansion supports local economies, creates valuable employment opportunities, and demonstrates strong investor confidence in the region’s economic outlook. https://lnkd.in/gEMMvVBB

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