Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in India, updated continuously by our newsroom.
In a recent meeting in Zurich, the founders of RootBridge, Ajay P. Singh and Nayan Srivastava, discussed the potential impact of the new free trade agreement between Switzerland and India, which takes effect on October 1. While the treaty may not have an…
Equinix has made a significant stride in India’s burgeoning digital landscape with the opening of its first International Business Exchange (IBX) data centre in Chennai. Here, on a nearly six-acre site in Siruseri, the newly inaugurated facility—designated as…
Italian fashion retail giant, OVS, is preparing to penetrate the Indian market. The company is set to open its first store at Pacific Mall, Tagore Garden, New Delhi, next month. This move is part of the company’s larger global expansion strategy. OVS, which…
In the first quarter of the upcoming year, the renowned Italian luxury streetwear brand, Off-White, is set to make its debut in the Indian market. This move is a result of an exclusive distribution partnership with Brand Concepts, a prominent fashion retail…
In response to the newly implemented Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 regime, Audi India has released an updated price listing for its various models. The reductions, varying from Rs 2.6 lakh to a substantial Rs 7.8 lakh depending on the model, intend to make…
Uniqlo is poised for a dramatic uplift in its Indian operations, aiming for a threefold sales increase by 2028, according to insights shared by the company’s COO with Nikkei Asia. This ambitious goal surfaces amid a backdrop of tepid consumer spending and…
In a significant move to bolster its presence in Asia, American retail giant Walmart has announced plans to expand its operations in India, aiming to capture a larger share of the country’s burgeoning e-commerce market. This strategic decision comes amid…
Finpension, a fintech trailblazer based in Lucerne, has earned a spot in the limelight as it vies for the prestigious “EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025” award. Founded by Beat Bühlmann and Ivo Blättler, this dynamic duo has been nominated in the “Visionary…
Papa John’s International, a leading American pizza chain, has announced its intentions to re-establish its presence in India by October. The company has set an ambitious goal of opening 650 outlets across the nation within the next 10 years, despite the…
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is embarking on a transformative journey, partnering with IBM to streamline its operations and enhance customer experiences through cutting-edge technology. This strategic alliance aims to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI)…
In a bold leap towards modernization and urban adaptation, Swedish home furnishings behemoth IKEA is expanding its footprint across India. The retailer is introducing a fresh approach that encompasses compact city storefronts, expansive mixed-use…
Global athletic apparel titan Asics has recently unveiled its flagship store in India, occupying a prime location in the heart of New Delhi’s bustling Connaught Place. As the brand’s largest retail space in the country, this new outlet represents a…
Subway, the internationally renowned sandwich chain, has announced its plans to increase its footprint in India by establishing 100 new outlets by next year. This expansion will augment Subway’s existing presence in over 160 cities throughout the country, a…
American multinational corporations, including household names such as McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, Amazon, and Apple, are feeling the pressure of increasing calls for boycotts in India. This sentiment has been fueled by business leaders and supporters of Prime…
In a moment that will go down in India’s banking history, AU Small Finance Bank (AU) has received an in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to become a Universal Bank. With this notification, AU becomes the first Small Finance Bank in…
Brand Studio Lifestyle, the parent company of Indian fast-fashion labels Highlander and Tokyo Talkies, has expanded its operations into the Middle East with the launch of three flagship stores in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Flagship Stores Launch in the…
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