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TBZ heads for a brand makeover
MUMBAI: Jewellery brand Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri (TBZ) is ready to adorn a new look.
As part of the rebranding exercise, the brand will launch a new logo embellished with a new tag line, ‘The original since 1864‘, come 17 November.
The objective behind the rebranding exercise is to create a fresh identity that will embrace the present and future generations.
TBZ chairman and managing director Shrikant Zaveri said, “The new branding comes as a major strategic decision from us to re-introduce ‘TBZ-The Original‘. Our new logo blends tradition with the contemporary and represents the 145 year old legacy.”
A fresh identity has been forged out of the earlier logo wherein each element of the logo has been designed with a purpose and meaning, claims the company.
The logo includes a flying bird that conveys the rise of ‘TBZ-The Original‘ in creating more outlets, raising standard in designs and reaching to a wider set of audience.
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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.
