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FirstCry trims net loss in Q1, revenue rises

Brainbees Solutions, the parent of mother and baby care retailer FirstCry, narrowed its consolidated net loss by 12% year-on-year (YoY) in the quarter ended June.

Financials:

• Net loss stood at Rs 66.5 crore, down 12% YoY.
• Consolidated revenue from…