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Citi names Manoj Goel head of corporate FX sales for India and the subcontinent
MUMBAI: Citi has appointed Manoj Goel as head of corporate FX sales for India and the Indian subcontinent, adding a seasoned markets specialist to its leadership ranks at a time when cross-border flows are expanding rapidly. His appointment is effective immediately.
Goel joins Citi from HSBC, where he led global markets corporate sales. Over a 23-year career in Indian financial markets, he has steered some of the country’s largest cross-border FX transactions, built corridor connections with major international markets, and advised corporates on structured FX strategies and risk management.
At Citi, Goel will report to head of corporate FX sales for Japan, Asia North & Australia (JANA) and Asia South Vandana Bhatter, and to head of markets for India Aditya Bagree. He will oversee the expansion of Citi’s corporate FX franchise, sharpen client engagement, and scale delivery of FX and risk-management solutions for companies with international exposures.
Bhatter said Goel’s appointment reinforces Citi’s ambition to remain India’s leading corporate FX franchise, while Bagree noted the growing need for corporates to manage risk and operate efficiently across global markets.
Goel is an electronics engineer from BITS Pilani and a silver medallist from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta.
Brands
RR Kabel expands FMEG portfolio with kitchen appliances and air coolers
Company forays into mixers, cooktops and hand blenders under RR Signature brand.
MUMBAI: RR Kabel has just cooked up something new and it’s not just another wire. The leading wires and cables manufacturer has announced a significant expansion of its Fast-Moving Electrical Goods (FMEG) portfolio by entering the kitchen appliances segment and strengthening its air coolers range under the premium RR Signature brand. The company has introduced Mixer Grinders, Electric Cooktops (both Induction and Infra-Red variants), and Hand Blenders. These products mark RR Kabel’s strategic foray into everyday kitchen essentials, allowing it to reach deeper into Indian households beyond traditional electrical categories.
The Induction and Infra-Red Cooktops are seeing particularly strong demand amid global developments affecting LPG pricing and supply. Consumers are increasingly shifting to electric cooking for its energy efficiency, precise control, and safety features. RR Signature is reinforcing its ‘Aapke Kaam Ki Baat’ promise with best-in-class warranties across the range.
The company also plans to introduce additional kitchen appliance categories in FY26-27. In parallel, it has expanded its Air Cooler portfolio with new Industrial (Semi-Commercial) models featuring higher tank capacities and superior air throw, catering to both commercial users and households seeking powerful cooling during intensifying summers.
RR Kabel executive director Mahhesh Kabra said, “Our expansion into kitchen appliances allows us to connect with consumers at more touchpoints in their daily lives, while our expanded air cooler range addresses the rising need for effective cooling solutions. These launches reflect our continued focus on quality, innovation, and market relevance.”
By stepping into kitchen appliances and enhancing its cooling solutions, RR Kabel is wiring itself more deeply into Indian homes proving that even a cables company knows how to heat things up in the kitchen and keep things cool elsewhere. The move positions the brand for broader growth as it evolves from wires to a more complete home solutions player.
