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R K Swamy to handle entire media planning of Raymond
MUMBAI: Textile and apparel major, Raymond has consolidated its entire media planning and buying with R K Swamy Media Group, a part of the R K Swamy Hansa Group.
Earlier, Starcom and Dentsu Media were the other two agencies that were handling some of Raymond‘s businesses.
R K Swamy will now handle the brands and businesses of Raymond, Park Avenue, Parx, Colour Plus, J K Helene Curtis and J K Ansell.
Said Raymond Ltd., director media and corporate communications Sagar Joshi, “Having worked on the Raymond Textiles and Raymond Premium Apparel brands, the R K Swamy Media Group has a deep understanding of our business and brands. We are happy to expand our partnership with them and look forward to their increased involvement and contribution to all our businesses.”
Averred R K Swamy Media Group president Chintamani Rao, “We are deeply gratified that Raymond Ltd has chosen to place their faith in us. We have had a long and rewarding relationship with Raymond and are delighted to be working on all their brands now. We look forward to doing great work on them.”
R K Swamy BBDO has been the creative and media agency of brand Raymond for the past decade.
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Funskool India crosses US$40 million turnover in FY 2025-26
Toy manufacturer posts steady growth despite global headwinds.
MUMBAI: Funskool India has played its cards well turning challenges into steady growth while keeping the fun alive in the toy business. The country’s leading toy manufacturer has reported a turnover of $40 million in FY 2025-26, demonstrating resilience in a difficult global environment. The company recorded an average growth of 14 per cent over the past two years, with exports growing at a healthy 19% year-on-year.
While domestic business grew at a modest single-digit pace, Funskool saw encouraging traction in key categories such as Fundough (dough) and Handycrafts (arts & crafts).
Funskool India Ltd. CEO K.A. Shabir said, “We successfully navigated the challenges posed by US tariffs last year and continued to grow both our export and domestic businesses. Given the ongoing geopolitical situation in West Asia, we are currently working with a moderate growth outlook of 12–15 per cent, with plans to revisit our targets after Q1 once the situation stabilises.”
He highlighted strengthened partnerships with global companies including Spin Master (Canada), Moose Toys (Australia), Melissa & Doug (USA), Asmodee (France), Learning Resources (USA), and Buffalo Games (USA). The expansion of the company’s Goa plant is progressing and is expected to be completed by the end of the current financial year.
Looking ahead, Funskool expects a significant shift in domestic growth momentum for FY 2026-27, driven by new categories such as friction vehicles under the brand “BlazeTrix”, remote-control cars under “VoltRush”, and the addition of popular licences like Paw Patrol.
In an industry where playtime never stops, Funskool has shown that even in turbulent times, a smart strategy and strong partnerships can keep the business ticking along nicely. As it gears up for the next financial year, the company appears well-positioned to build on its solid foundation and bring even more joy to children worldwide.
