Marico bets on AI, creators and Tier-II push to define FMCG's next cycle

Marico's leadership says brand-building, AI-led consumer insights and deeper distribution will shape FMCG's next phase. Digital now tops 50% of media spend, with 55% of campaign budgets going digital. Upcoming Parachute Advansed shampoo launch will mobilise 3,000+ creators alongside a sharpened Tier-II rollout.

— Source publishedWed, 27 May, 2026, 10:41 IST·First seen Thu, 28 May, 2026, 10:19 IST·Source ET BrandEquity

What happened

Marico executives outline next-cycle FMCG strategy centered on AI-led consumer insights and content production, creator-driven marketing, and Tier-II

Key facts

  • 50% digital media spend
  • 55% campaign spend on digital
  • 3,000 creators

Why this matters

Marico's move into shampoo via Parachute Advansed, backed by creator scale and deeper rural reach, opens partnership and acquisition angles in haircare adjacencies and regional D2C brands.