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Business Standard
15 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Nestle Q1 preview: What to expect from Kitkat maker in June quarter?
Nestle Q1 results preview: Kitkat and Maggi maker Nestle is scheduled to release its first quarter (Q1FY26) results on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Brokerages reckon Nestle's performance is likely to remain muted amid the inflationary setting across its segments. Further, a surge in the depreciation, given the commissioning of new capital expenditure and lower other non-operating income, is likely to have a bearing on earnings growth. Nestle Q1 results 2025: Profit estimates Brokerages tracked by Business Standard estimate Nestle's net profit to decline 5.6 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) on average, to ₹731.85 crore as compared to ₹775.9 crore. Sequentially, the net profit is expected to fall 17.34 per cent from ₹885.4 crore in Q4FY25. Nestle Q1 results 2025: Revenue expectations Here's how brokerages expect Nestle to fare in Q1FY25: Kotak Institutional Equities: Analysts at the brokerage forecast 6.6 per cent Y-o-Y growth in net revenues, led by 6.5 per cent/7 per cent growth in domestic/exports as against 4.2 per cent/(-)8.7 per cent in Q4FY25. Consolidated revenue is pegged at ₹5,130.4 crore as compared to ₹4,814 crore a year ago. Volume (tonnage) is expected to grow at 3 per cent, a slight improvement against 2 per cent in Q4. The gross margin is likely to contract 65 basis points (bps) Y-o-Y to 57 per cent as against 65 bps decline in Q4, impacted by high inflation in coffee, cocoa, milk, wheat and palm oil prices. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) is anticipated to grow at 8.1 per cent to ₹1,191.3 crore Y-o-Y as compared to ₹1,102.3 crore and Ebidta margin is pegged at 23.2 per cent, up 30 bps Y-o-Y from 22.9 per cent. Emkay Global Financial Services: The brokerage sees a 5 per cent topline growth in Q1FY26 to ₹ 5047.5 crore Y-o-Y with 1 per cent volume growth. To negate the inflationary stress, the company has selectively effected price hikes, although Emkay sees price growth to be lower amid increased promotion intensity. Gross margin is expected to contract 110 bps Y-o-Y to 56.5 per cent. Ebitda margin is likely to see a 70 bps contraction Y-o-Y to 22.2 per cent from 22.9 per cent. Ebitda is likely to grow 2 per cent to ₹1,121.8 crore as compared to ₹1,102.3 crore. Motilal Oswal Financial Services: Motilal analysts expect Nestle's overall sales to grow 5.7 per cent Y-o-Y, led by 5.5 per cent growth in domestic sales and 10 per cent growth in export sales. However, while demand recovery is underway, a higher dependency on urban markets may weigh on the company's volumes. The company has most likely implemented a price hike in response to rising commodity prices. Motilal forecasts gross profit margin to contract 60 bps Y-o-Y to 57 per cent, impacted by a rise in raw material prices like coffee and edible oil, while a stable Ebitda margin of 23.3 per cent in Q1FY26 is expected. Nuvama Institutional Equities: The brokerage reckons consolidated revenue to grow 4.7 per cent Y-o-Y in Q1FY26 to ₹503.87 crore. Domestic sales are likely to grow 4–5 per cent Y-o-Y, while domestic volumes shall grow 2–3 per cent Y-o-Y. Exports revenue is likely to decrease by 2–3 per cent Y-o-Y. Nuvama expects price hikes of 3 per cent in Q1FY26, mainly led by coffee and premium chocolates. The company's Ebitda is likely to grow 6.5 per cent Y-o-Y to ₹1,174 crore as compared to ₹1,102.3 crore. Given the benefit of the recent palm oil duty, Nestle's gross/Ebitda margin is expected to improve 115 bps/40 bps Y-o-Y to 56.5 per cent/23.3 per cent. As the urban slowdown tapers down likely by Q2FY26, demand trends are anticipated to further improve hereon.
India.com
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- India.com
7 Budget-Friendly Meals Under ₹100
Anaika Sohal Jul 18, 2025 This dish is light, fluffy, and filling. Poha with peanuts and veggies is a quick breakfast, that saves your money as well. For this, you can upgrade your Maggi with chopped onions, tomatoes, and a dash of chaat masala, both satisfying and tasty evening snack. A comforting plate of spicy chickpeas and steamed rice that is both pocket-friendly and delicious in taste. For this budget-friendly and easy to make dish, you can toss leftover rice with scrambled eggs, soy sauce and chopped veggies for a tasty one-pan meal under ₹100. Punjabi's favourite breakfast, two stuffed parathas with a bowl of curd, makes a delicious and wholesome lunch for around ₹50. A budget-friendly and quick dish made from a semolina-based dish with seasonal veggies. This dish is made from spicy scrambled eggs tucked into buttery pav is a Mumbai-style snack-meal. Read Next Story
NDTV
4 days ago
- Climate
- NDTV
What Does India 'Officially' Eat On A Rainy Day
The first drop of rain does not just signal a shift in the weather - it also signals a shift in Indian kitchens. The usual dinner plans are put on pause. There is a craving for something a little crispier, a little oilier, and a lot more indulgent. Something hot that sizzles when it hits the pan. The best part? Every region, and honestly, every household, has its own version of the ideal rainy day dish. For some, it might be a steaming bowl of soupy Maggi. For others, it could be a treasured family recipe that comes out only when the skies open. So, what does India eat when it is raining? Let us find out. Also Read: 6 High-Protein Indian Dishes That Are Surprisingly Good For Gym Lovers Rainy Day Food From North India Pakoras With Adrak Chai In North India, the word baarish is rarely said without also mentioning pakoras and chai. From aloo and pyaaz to gobhi and palak, there is a pakora for every palate. The joy lies in the uneven shapes, the audible crunch, and the friendly bickering over who gets the last one. Served with a spicy green chutney or tangy imli version, this is the kind of snack that has zero leftovers. Masala Bhutta On The Stove The smell of bhutta roasting on coals has the power to halt conversations and traffic alike. Once the clouds roll in, corn on the cob becomes an instant favourite in many homes. Roast it over a gas stove or grill, rub it with lemon, salt, and chilli powder, and eat it while juggling the hot cob with your fingertips. This is monsoon theatre at its best. Popular South Indian Snacks For Monsoon Mysore Bonda And Filter Coffee In Karnataka, Mysore bondas take centre stage when it begins to pour. Made from urad dal and green chillies, these deep-fried balls are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Dip them in coconut chutney for balance, and pair with a strong, frothy filter coffee to complete the picture. Sundal Sundal is not fried, but it is very much monsoon-approved in Tamil Nadu. Made with boiled chana or moong dal, it is tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves and fresh coconut. It is warm, satisfying, and somehow makes you feel like you are eating healthy while snacking. Mangalore Buns For Rainy Evenings Despite the name, Mangalore buns are neither baked nor bread. They are deep-fried banana puris with a mildly sweet taste and a soft, fluffy interior. Served with coconut chutney or eaten plain, they are a popular rainy day treat for children and adults alike. Rainy Day Recipes From West India Kanda Bhaji If it is raining in Mumbai, chances are someone is frying kanda bhaji. Thinly sliced onions are mixed with besan, chillies, coriander, and ajwain, then dropped into hot oil. The outcome is a golden, crunchy mess that pairs perfectly with green chutney and chai. Quick, spicy, and endlessly addictive. Spicy Mirchi Bhaji Gujarat's take on the bhaji features green chillies stuffed with masala, dipped in gram flour and fried till golden. These are not for the faint-hearted. Some serve them with sweet chutney, others with fiery garlic paste. Either way, they deliver a heat that is made for stormy evenings. Rainy Day Comfort Food From East India Khichdi With Aloo Bharta When the rain pours in Bengal and Bihar, kitchens often turn to moong dal khichdi. Served hot with ghee and mashed aloo bharta made with mustard oil, this is comfort food in its purest form. Add fried papad or begun bhaja, and you have a monsoon meal that feels like a warm hug. Odisha's Pakhala Bhaat In humid Odisha, pakhala bhaat is a rainy day essential. Leftover rice is soaked in water and lightly fermented overnight. It is then eaten with badi chura, sautéed vegetables and raw onions. Cooling, probiotic, and extremely local – it is the kind of meal that may not look fancy but hits the spot when the weather gets heavy. Also Read: 6 Underrated North Indian Vegetarian Dishes That Deserve More Hype Maggi: India's Ultimate Monsoon Snack Maggi deserves its own category. From Delhi to Dimapur, Maggi is the undisputed national rainy day snack. It is fast, filling, and endlessly customisable. Plain or loaded with vegetables, sticky or soupy – Maggi is that one thing every Indian household turns to when the sky turns grey. And in under ten minutes, you are full, happy, and staring out the window like you are in a film. Advertisement About Nikita Nikhil Meet Nikita, a passionate soul with an insatiable love for two things in life: Bollywood and food! When she's not indulging in binge-watching sessions, Nikita can be found behind the lens capturing moments or expressing her creativity through painting. For the latest food news, health tips and recipes, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and YouTube. Tags: Rainy Day Indian Snacks Regional Indian Food Monsoon Recipes India Show full article Comments
NDTV
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
"Not Indian Food" - Desis Warn Foreign Artist Against Street-Style ' Anda Burger'
Indians are no strangers to street food experiments. While some enjoy trying different fusion recipes, others prefer to stick to traditional versions of their favourite foods. The experimental takes tend to range from innovative and appetising to downright off-putting. Recently, a foreigner decided to try a bizarre burger that belongs in the second category. A video about the same has gone viral on Instagram and raised many eyebrows online. It was posted by Jonathan Matas, a Seattle-born artist who is currently in India. In the reel, we see Jonathan approaching a food vendor at a shop and asking for an "Anda Burger." The man starts preparing the dish from scratch. The vendor starts by pouring a red-coloured liquid onto the tawa in front of him. "Oh my god, what is that?" Jonathan asks. It is revealed to be an energy drink. Jonathan asks the vendor about some of the other ingredients added later, too. The man breaks two eggs over the sizzling drink. He then tops it with chopped onion, crushed laddoo, masala peanuts, and chocolate cereal. He also crushes and adds (uncooked) Maggi noodles as well as potato chips. Finally, he pours the remaining energy drink from the bottle over all these ingredients. He uses a spatula to mix and cook them together, like a scramble of sorts. This is what forms the 'patty' of the burger. The vendor places halves of two bread buns on top of the egg preparation to heat them together briefly. Later, he assembles the burgers and presents the plate to Johnathan, along with a fresh bottle of the same energy drink used earlier. The foreign artist sits down and takes a bite of the burger. "It's not bad," he declares. The vendor thanks him. He comes up to Johnathan and serves him sev on his plate. Jonathan wants to know what it's called, and he spells it "save." He says, "I don't know what save is. Some kind of chips on the side." He tastes a few of the crispy strands and seems to like them. Watch the complete viral video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by J o n a t h a n M a t a s (@jonathanmatas) The viral reel has clocked close to 2 million views on Instagram so far. It received a range of reactions. A few people joked that it took "courage" to try such a burger. Others encouraged Jonathan to try authentic Indian food rather than such bizarre experiments. Read some of the comments from Instagram below: "How can I unsee this?" "Save save save you." "Tell me this is some kind of spoof." "Even 'save' can't save you, bro. Good luck." "Is there anything he left out and didn't add?" "Bro is adding everything he sees in his shop." "As an Indian myself, I will never be going to eat that." "This is definitely not Indian food. Please try some authentic Indian cuisine. You will definitely love it. I don't think anyone eats this kind of food even in India." "Bro, you're our guest, and we love that you're exploring India. But just a heads-up - this kind of food isn't common here. It's more of a weird trend by a few vendors for content. Real Indian street food is so much better and safer - hope you get to try the authentic stuff!" "Bro made a burger that can cure jet lag, diabetes, and heartbreak at the same time." Before this, another bizarre burger video that went viral featured Maggi as an ingredient.
NDTV
14-07-2025
- Health
- NDTV
Indian Declares Life Abroad Is Just "Surviving On Instant Noodles"
People living abroad or away from home know the struggle. No matter how exciting the place or how good the food, nothing hits quite like ghar ka khana. Simple dal-chawal, mom's sabzi, or just a cup of homemade chai somehow feels like a warm hug. No restaurant or frozen meal ever truly matches that comfort. But when you're drowning in work, classes, or just too tired, who's got the time to cook a proper desi meal? That's when the saviour shows up. Instant noodles. Quick, no-fuss, and ready in minutes. They have become the go-to for homesick students, young professionals, and anyone trying to survive abroad on a budget. A recent viral Reddit post by an Indian captured this reality perfectly. The post read, "Why does everyone back home assume that being an NRI means I'm rolling in money and living in some luxurious palace? I'm just here in a tiny apartment, surviving on instant noodles and pretending I know what 'adulting' means." Read the post here: by u/regoupe in nri Instant noodles may be the ultimate quick fix, comforting, easy, and budget-friendly, but they are not exactly the healthiest option out there. Nutritionist Shilpa Arora gave the classic Maggi noodles a healthier twist by adding masala tofu to boost its protein content. Maggi is often criticised for being high in sodium, low in nutrients, and packed with preservatives. Shilpa Arora's version swaps out the guilt by turning it into a more balanced meal, cooked in yellow butter for added flavour and enriched with plant-based protein. Read the recipe here. Nutritionist Mohita Mascarenhas believes that while Maggi is made with maida and low in nutrients, it can be made healthier with the right additions. She suggests boosting its nutritional value by adding fibre-rich veggies and protein sources like chicken, tofu, eggs, paneer, or soy granules. These ingredients not only balance out the carbs but also make the dish more filling and digestion-friendly. Read more here. 5 healthy ways to upgrade your instant noodles: Add veggies - Mix in spinach, carrots, peas, bell peppers, or any available vegetables to boost fibre and nutrients. Include protein - Add boiled eggs, grilled chicken, tofu, paneer, or soya chunks to make the meal more filling and balanced. Use less tastemaker - Reduce the seasoning packet and flavour with your own spices like garlic, chili flakes, turmeric, or a splash of soy sauce. Switch to better noodles - Opt for whole wheat, millet, or oats-based noodles instead of refined maida versions. Make it soupy - Add extra water and turn it into a broth-style bowl for a lighter, more hydrating meal.
