Brands
Plush makes comfort a right, not a risk
MUMBAI: Now that’s a policy women can really get behind. Plush, the Chennai-based feminine hygiene brand, has launched India’s first-ever “Period Insurance,” a bold promise to make rash-free comfort a guarantee, not a gamble.
Part of its spirited new campaign “Adjust Mat Karo, Plush Use Karo,” the initiative challenges the idea that discomfort is just part of the monthly routine. With every pack of Plush products, users now get “Period Insurance,” meaning first-time buyers can claim a refund if they experience rashes, irritation, or discomfort.
“Periods already come with enough challenges. Women shouldn’t have to worry about their products adding to them,” said Plush co-founder Ketan Munoth. “With Period Insurance, we’re giving women the confidence to try Plush without hesitation. It’s about reassurance, trust, and comfort.”
The process is refreshingly simple, every Plush pack includes a coverage card, and users can claim a refund by emailing care@plushforher.com if their first experience isn’t irritation-free.
Plush’s campaign goes beyond a clever concept, it’s a cultural statement. By telling women to stop “adjusting” and start expecting comfort, the brand is aiming to normalise conversations around period care that prioritise well-being over endurance.
To spread the message, Plush is amplifying the initiative through real user stories, on ground activations, and influencer collaborations, turning everyday experiences into authentic testimonials of comfort.
With Period Insurance, Plush isn’t just selling pads, it’s underwriting confidence, one cycle at a time.
Brands
Domino’s Q1 profit falls 6.6 per cent, announces $1 billion buyback
Sales rise 3.4 per cent as pizza giant balances growth and shareholder returns
NEW YORK: Domino’s reported a mixed start to 2026, with first-quarter net income slipping even as global sales and store expansion held steady. The company also announced a fresh $1 billion share buyback, underlining its continued focus on shareholder returns.
Global retail sales rose 3.4 per cent on a constant-currency basis to $4.74 billion. The US remained a key growth engine, with same-store sales inching up 0.9 per cent, supported by a 1.5 per cent rise at company-owned outlets.
International markets, however, painted a more uneven picture. While Domino’s added 161 net new stores overseas during the quarter, international same-store sales declined 0.4 per cent. Overall revenues still climbed 3.5 per cent to $1.15 billion, driven by higher supply chain revenues and a 2.6 per cent increase in food basket pricing for franchisees.
On the profitability front, net income fell 6.6 per cent to $139.8 million, compared to $149.7 million a year earlier. Diluted earnings per share dropped to $4.13 from $4.33. The decline was largely attributed to a $30 million unfavourable swing in unrealised gains linked to its investment in DPC Dash Ltd.
Despite this, operational performance showed resilience. Income from operations rose 9.6 per cent to $230.4 million, supported in part by a $7.8 million pre-tax gain from the sale of a corporate aircraft.
Domino’s footprint continued to expand, with the company ending the quarter at 22,322 stores across more than 90 markets. In the US, digital orders remained dominant, accounting for over 85 per cent of retail sales in 2025.
The company also maintained its dividend payout, declaring $1.99 per share, payable on 30 June 2026. After repurchasing $75.1 million worth of stock during the quarter, the new authorisation lifts the total available for buybacks to $1.29 billion.
Domino’s chief executive officer Russell Weiner said the company’s scale and store-level economics position it well to capture further market share in 2026, even as competition intensifies.
As Domino’s leans into expansion and capital returns, the latest results show a business managing short-term pressures while keeping its long-term growth strategy firmly in play.
