Honasa Consumer, the parent company of Mamaearth, has lost its unicorn status as shares plummeted below the IPO issue price, driven by disappointing Q2 results and a significant inventory correction. This decline reflects broader challenges in the market, including muted demand and shifting consumer preferences, leading experts to predict a lengthy recovery process. In contrast, Zepto has successfully attracted investor interest, securing $350 million in funding to expand its operations and compete with established players like Blinkit.
ReCircle is making strides in waste management by digitizing India's waste supply chain and monetizing the data involved. The company has pivoted from a B2C to a B2B model to enhance its impact, collaborating with numerous collection partners across India. Meanwhile, Krutrim, an AI venture, reported no revenue in its inaugural year but is investing heavily in R&D to set the stage for future growth.
• Honasa Consumer's shares fell below IPO price, losing unicorn status.
• Zepto raised $350 million to expand its quick commerce operations.
• ReCircle digitizes India's waste supply chain for better efficiency.
• Krutrim invests heavily in R&D despite reporting no revenue.
Krutrim is identified as an AI venture focusing on future revenue streams through R&D.
ReCircle aims to monetize data flowing through India's waste supply chain.
Krutrim's significant R&D investments are aimed at developing AI technologies for future applications.
Krutrim is focused on AI advancements and plans to launch Krutrim Cloud in FY25.
ReCircle is working on digitizing and monetizing India's waste supply chain through innovative software.
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