Wipro Consumer Care Acquires 60% Stake in Skincare Brand Dermatouch for Rs 387.5 Crore
Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting has acquired a 60% stake in premium skincare brand Dermatouch for Rs 387.5 crore, marking its first investment in a digital-first brand. The remaining 40% stake will be acquired over the next three years, with Dermatouch's founders and management continuing to run the business during this period. Dermatouch reported Rs 131 crore revenue in FY26, growing 114% from the previous year. This acquisition is Wipro's 18th and reflects its strategy to expand in high-growth consumer categories.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 42/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 18 Aug, 10:20 am. Other outlets followed.