Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABDL) has announced that its subsidiary, ABD Maestro, has been named ‘Company of the Year 2026 (Domestic)’ at the Spiritz Conclave & Achievers’ Awards 2026. The recognition reflects the strength of ABD Maestro’s portfolio for super-premium, globally benchmarked spirits.

Awards in Blind Tasting

ABD Maestro’s portfolio secured four medals across whisky, vodka, and gin in the blind tasting categories. Notably, RANGEELA Contemporary Indian Vodka won ‘Grand Gold’ in the Vodka category, the highest recognition in the round. YELLO Designer Whisky and AODH Irish Whiskey each won ‘Gold’ in the Indian Whisky – Blended and Irish Whiskey – Blended categories, respectively, while ZOYA Premium Mixed Berries Gin received ‘Silver’ in the Gin category.

Excellence Awards

In the Excellence Awards, ABD Maestro Private Limited was named ‘Company of the Year 2026 (Domestic)’ and received ‘Gold’. The company’s recent launches were also recognised, with RANGEELA Contemporary Indian Vodka winning Gold for ‘Product Launch 2026 – Vodka’ and AODH Irish Whiskey sharing the Gold for ‘Product Launch 2026 – Whisky Premium’.

Commenting on the recognition, Bikram Basu, Vice Chairman, ABD Maestro, said, “Being named Company of the Year, along with medals across categories – whisky, vodka and gin, is a validation of building each of our brands. The blind tasting results are really meaningful as they reflect the quality of what is in the bottle. We thank the expert jury and the Spiritz team for this recognition and reiterate our commitment to raise the bar for premium spirits.”

The recognition marks another important chapter for ABD Maestro, affirming its role in shaping India’s super-premium and luxury spirits’ landscape.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited

Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited belongs to the Consumer Defensive › Beverages – Wineries & Distilleries sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Allied gains 18.2% over three months and trades near its 52-week highs. The PEG of 0.23 is extremely low. Either the market misses the growth story, or there is a catch worth investigating. Thin margins at 5.6% leave limited room for error — any demand softness or cost spike hits the bottom line hard. Buyers show up with 2.5x the volume of sellers. Moreover, they dominated on 18 of recent sessions versus 12 for sellers — a healthy accumulation pattern. Both the business and the stock move in the right direction. Revenue grows at 7.4%, profits at 422.6%, and the PEG sits at 0.23 — below its growth rate. That combination is rare. Check Fundamentals of Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited.

Bajaj Consumer Care Limited (BAJAJCON) showcased robust financial performance in Q2 FY27, with consolidated revenue hitting INR 332.7 Cr. This marks a significant growth compared to the same period last year, driven by strong momentum across various segments.

Strong Domestic Business Performance

The domestic business continued its robust growth, recording a revenue increase of over 30% in Q2 FY27 and H1 FY27. This impressive growth was fueled by double-digit unit volume growth, with price point packs continuing to outperform and drive portfolio growth.

Growth Portfolio Scaling Up

The growth portfolio sustained its strong momentum, scaling up meaningfully and improving profitability. The coconut portfolio remained a key growth engine, benefiting from healthy consumer and trade traction. Despite deflation in coconut prices, volume growth significantly outpaced revenue growth.

Channel Performance Highlights

General Trade (GT) and Organized Trade (OT) channels delivered mid-twenties YoY growth in Q2, with OT growing ahead of GT. E-Commerce and Modern Trade continued to perform well, with Q – Com being the fastest-growing channel. International Business (IB) also sustained its strong growth, with notable performances in Nepal, GCC & Africa, and Bangladesh.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Bajaj Consumer Care Limited

Bajaj Consumer Care Limited belongs to the Consumer Defensive › Household & Personal Products sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Bajaj holds in the upper half of its 52-week range, a sign the market backs the stock. The PEG of 2.83 makes it expensive versus peers. The premium needs earnings to catch up quickly. No meaningful dividend — total return is entirely dependent on capital appreciation. Buyers show up with 1.6x the volume of sellers. Moreover, they dominated on 17 of recent sessions versus 13 for sellers — a healthy accumulation pattern. The stock rises -6.1% in three months on 6.7% revenue growth. As a result, the market gives it more credit than the fundamentals strictly justify. Watch the next quarterly results. If growth accelerates, the move makes sense. If not, expect some gains to unwind. Check Fundamentals of Bajaj Consumer Care Limited.

NIIT Limited (NSE: NIITLTD) has appointed Anish Sarkar as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 14, 2026. This marks a significant leadership change as Sarkar succeeds Pankaj Jathar, who has decided to move back to Bangalore for personal reasons after two years in Gurgaon.

Extensive Experience in Technology and Digital Services

Anish Sarkar brings a wealth of experience across technology, digital services, human capital consulting, and business development. His career has been marked by driving significant growth through both organic and inorganic routes, including business expansion, portfolio development, and strategic acquisitions.

Leadership and Future Growth

Vijay Kumar Thadani, Managing Director and Vice Chairman of NIIT Limited, expressed confidence in Sarkar’s ability to drive the company’s next phase of growth. Thadani highlighted Sarkar’s combination of business-building experience, technology leadership, and proven ability to drive growth. Moreover, Rajendra Singh Pawar, Chairman of NIIT Limited, emphasized Sarkar’s distinctive blend of technology, digital, and people-centric business leadership, which will be valuable as NIIT continues to evolve its offerings and deepen its relevance to customers.

As NIIT strengthens its offerings, advances its AI-led learning and talent development initiatives, and continues to execute on its inorganic growth initiatives, Sarkar’s experience will be instrumental in building on the foundations established over the past several years.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of NIIT Limited

NIIT Limited belongs to the Consumer Defensive › Education & Training Services sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

NIIT falls 14.2% over three months and has not found a floor yet. The PEG stands at 7.26 — severely stretched. Any earnings miss could trigger a sharp de-rating. Razor-thin margins below 5% make profitability extremely vulnerable — this business needs scale or pricing power urgently. The stock holds at 58% of its 52-week range with RSI at 42. In other words, neither side has a clear edge right now. Revenue grows at 4.6% and the stock moves sideways over three months. Neither side makes a strong case. The next earnings print will likely break this stock out of its current range. Check Fundamentals of NIIT Limited.