Raymond Lifestyle CEO: Indian CMO role morphing into growth-and-P&L owner

Satyaki Ghosh argues marketing leaders now juggle brand-building with quarterly profit delivery. 63% of Indian CMOs are accountable for profitability, while only 49% still carry the CMO title versus 55% a year ago, as roles shift to chief growth or revenue officer.

— Filed Thu, 18 Jun, 2026, 10:04 IST · Source ET BrandEquity · Updated

Raymond Lifestyle CEO Satyaki Ghosh discusses how Indian marketing leaders face dual pressure of long-term brand-building and quarterly P&L delivery, with CMO roles morphing into chief growth/revenue officers owning revenue and profitability.

Why this matters

Raymond Lifestyle's CEO weighs in on a structural shift in Indian marketing leadership, signaling how the demerged apparel firm views accountability and growth ownership at the top.

Leadership signals steady at 278 over the last 90 days.

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