Brands
The Shamrao Vithal Co-operative Bank adopts a new and fresh logo
MUMBAI: SVC Bank (The Shamrao Vithal Co-operative Bank Ltd), lndia 1S one of the top 3 leading multi state scheduled bank today announced a change in its brand logo. This change reflects the bank1S vision for future expansion of the business which includes reinforcing its position as one of lndia1S leading co-operatives.
Commenting on this, Mr. Suresh Hemmady, Chairman, SVC Bank said “We are extremely optimistic and confident that we are equipped to meet new challenges for business expansion and growth. Our new brand logo is also aimed at garnering recall among todays youth who are an impart ant and crucial segment of our audience. It represents the banks core values of trust and progress as it takes a step forward. This change enhances the banks status in the country and provides the differentiation needed to stand aut in a competitive and crowded marketplace.”
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It is a combination of •s• & •v and also the upward spiral signaling growth which culminates into the new logo of SVC Bank heralding a new age of prosperity for the bank and its customers.
The new logo element conalllta of 3 banda:
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SVC Bank will usher a crisper and sharper image whilst retaining all the values the bank stands for.
This announcement comes at a time when SVC Bank witnessed its net profit crossing the landmar1< figure of Ra.100 crorea,with total business crossing Ra.17,500 crorea in FY14 -an increase of more than 16% as compared to FY13.
Mr.Shrinivas Joshi, MD,stated •The new brand logo is crisp and signifies an organization with a strong focus on ethical business practices. It reinforces SVC Bank’s commitment to provide the vary best of banking services to ensum customer satisfaction.The mbranding represents our ambitions and shows how the bank has evolved into a dynamic and leading bank in mcent yea S.,.
The year 2014 has marked well over a century of growth for the bank and its customers. The bank added 17 new branches over the last year taking the total count of its branches across the country to 157. The bank now has a presence in 9 states across the country comprising Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat,Goa, New Delhi, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan – the newest addition.
Brands
Havas reports solid Q1 2026 with 2.5 per cent organic net revenue growth
Advertising group maintains positive momentum and confirms full-year guidance.
MUMBAI: Havas has started 2026 on a strong note proving that even in uncertain times, its converged model continues to deliver. The global advertising and communications group reported net revenue of €638 million for the first quarter of 2026, representing organic growth of +2.5 per cent compared to the same period last year. This performance was driven particularly by a robust +7.4 per cent organic growth in the United States.
Total revenue for the quarter reached €667 million, with organic growth of +2.8 per cent. Recent acquisitions contributed a positive scope impact of +1.7 per cent, while foreign exchange movements had a negative impact of -5.8 per cent, mainly due to the US dollar and British pound.
Europe, which accounts for 50 per cent of net revenue, delivered +1.1 per cent organic growth, supported by a good performance in France. North America (36 per cent of net revenue) led the way with +7.4 per cent growth, thanks to strong contributions from both Havas Creative and Havas Media. APAC & Africa (8 per cent) saw a decline of -6.2 per cent, while Latin America (6 per cent) remained nearly stable at -0.6 per cent.
Havas chairman and CEO Yannick Bolloré said, “Havas has started 2026 on a solid footing, continuing its momentum and delivering organic growth in net revenue of +2.5 per cent. This performance, in line with our full-year 2026 guidance, was driven in particular by continued strength in the US.”
The group also continued its bolt-on acquisition strategy, acquiring majority stakes in four agencies during the quarter: Acento Public Affairs (Spain), Ctrl Digital (Sweden), Styleheads (Germany), and Eyesight (France).
Havas maintained its strong creative reputation, ranking as a top holding company in the WARC Creative 100 for the sixth consecutive year, with three agencies BETC, Havas Paris, and Havas India placing in the Top 50.
Looking ahead, Havas confirmed its 2026 guidance: organic net revenue growth between +2.0 per cent and +3.0 per cent, adjusted EBIT margin between 13.2 per cent and 13.5 per cent, and a dividend payout ratio of around 40 per cent. The group also reiterated its medium-term targets for 2028.
Despite ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, Havas enters the rest of the year with solid fundamentals and confidence in its ability to deliver sustainable, profitable growth.
In a challenging environment, Havas is proving that its integrated, client-centric model remains resilient delivering steady growth while continuing to invest in creativity and innovation. The first quarter results suggest the group is well-positioned to navigate the year ahead with confidence.
