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Maaza celebrates Mango Day
Mumbai: Maaza, Coca-Cola India’s homegrown mango beverage brand, pays tribute to the beloved fruit and the cherished spirit of dildaari that the brand has been championing. From family feasts on Sunday afternoons to social gatherings, Maaza has always evoked a sense of nostalgia, fostering connections over the taste of real juicy mangoes.
Crafted from real Alphonso mangoes, each bottle of Maaza captures the essence of this golden fruit, delivering a flavour that resonates with mango lovers across generations. The brand is also devoted to deseasonalizing the delight of mangoes, enabling enthusiasts to savour its taste year-long. It is why Maaza has become synonymous with pure joy. Its name, meaning “enjoy” in Hindi, is a promise—a promise that each drop will be a burst of delight, refreshing and utterly satisfying.
Since its inception in 1976, Maaza has transformed into a beloved companion in life’s special moments. However, in the past few years, the brand has also embarked on a journey to embody a purpose rooted in the generosity and warmth of mangoes with its meaningful campaigns. Maaza’s ‘Dildaari’ campaigns seamlessly weave the lusciousness of mangoes with the timeless virtue of dildaari, reminding us of the beauty in simple connections.
Reflecting on Mango Day and the legacy of Maaza, director-marketing at Coca-Cola India Ajay Konale said, “Maaza is more than a brand, it’s a drink that brings joy to millions of Indians. For five decades, it has continued to charm people with the authentic taste of real mangoes. This Mango Day, Coca-Cola India celebrates Maaza’s purpose of ‘Dildaari’ to spread positivity by forging meaningful, heartfelt connections.”
As you indulge in that refreshing sip, remember, that Maaza is a celebration of life, love, and the sweet moments we share together.
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Sapphire Foods FY26 revenue rises to Rs 3,125 crore, posts loss
Q4 revenue at Rs 792 crore, FY26 loss at Rs 32 crore amid cost pressures.
MUMBAI: If growth is on the menu, profitability seems to have taken a brief detour. Sapphire Foods India reported a steady rise in topline for FY26, even as rising costs weighed on profitability. Revenue from operations grew to Rs 3,125 crore for the year ended March 31, 2026, up from Rs 2,882 crore in FY25. However, the company swung to a loss, reporting a net loss of Rs 32 crore for FY26, compared to a profit of Rs 17 crore in the previous year. Total income for the year stood at Rs 3,153 crore, while total expenses climbed to Rs 3,167 crore, reflecting pressure across key cost heads.
In the March quarter, revenue came in at Rs 792 crore, compared to Rs 711 crore in the same period last year. The company reported a quarterly net loss of Rs 13 crore, against a profit of Rs 2 crore a year earlier.
Cost pressures remained visible across operations. Material costs rose to Rs 995 crore for FY26, while employee expenses increased to Rs 428 crore. Other expenses, the largest component, stood at Rs 1,229 crore, underscoring the impact of store operations and expansion-related spends.
Depreciation and amortisation expenses also climbed to Rs 392 crore for the year, reflecting continued investments in store infrastructure and growth.
At the operating level, the company reported a loss before tax of Rs 37 crore for FY26, compared to a profit of Rs 23 crore in FY25. Exceptional items added Rs 24 crore to the cost burden during the year.
On the balance sheet, total assets rose to Rs 3,256 crore as of March 31, 2026, up from Rs 3,041 crore a year earlier, indicating ongoing expansion. Net worth stood at Rs 1,389 crore.
Despite profitability pressures, operating cash flow remained resilient at Rs 507 crore, highlighting underlying business strength and demand stability.
The numbers paint a familiar picture in the quick-service restaurant space, growth continues to be served hot, but margins are still finding their footing.
