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The moves ‌aim to maintain the Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer's growth momentum and bellwether position in the industry by promoting four longtime executives and expanding their responsibilities. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/walmart-reshuffles-executive-team-ahead-of-furners-takeover-as-global-ceo/126602849

Kathryn McLay will step down as CEO ‌of its Walmart ‌International unit on January 31 but will remain with the company through the first quarter ‌to help ensure a smooth transition. McLay's departure comes two months after the Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer announced that its CEO of 12 years, Doug McMillon, ​would be stepping down and succeeded by ​US division chief John Furner. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/walmart-international-chief-kathryn-mclay-to-step-down-after-two-years/126557362

Affluent Indians are investing lakhs in artisanal coffee machines, seeking the café experience from Paris to Prague at home. These premium machines, selling an estimated 20,000 units annually, are becoming statement pieces, reflecting a growing demand fueled by a burgeoning café culture and a desire for superior coffee. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/food-services/bean-there-done-that-imported-coffeemakers-turn-the-new-luxury-flaunt-with-prices-running-into-lakhs/126557022

Coca-Cola Company has elevated Sanket Ray to a regional role to oversee emerging markets. Henrique Braun will become CEO in March 2026. These adjustments aim to strengthen the company's global operations. New market groupings are being formed to focus on Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. A Chief Digital Officer role is also being created. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/personal-care-pet-supplies-liquor/coca-cola-expands-role-of-sanket-ray-to-oversee-emerging-large-markets/126537783

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has submitted pre-budget recommendations to the Union finance minister, seeking duty rationalisation, SEZ reforms, and tax reforms for exporters. The council aims to position India as a global diamond trading hub and enhance cost-competitiveness amidst geopolitical uncertainties and slowing demand. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/budget-2026-gjepc-seeks-duty-cuts-and-policy-reforms-to-boost-gem-and-jewellery-exports/126524181

The army of on-the-clock delivery boys, imperilling themselves and pedestrians, has become a familiar sight across urban India. They emerge, bearing essentials you ordered, from the hub that enables the ten-minute delivery—the dark store. Some 5,000 dark stores have mushroomed across India’s cities in the last few years, with wide-ranging implications on traffic, safety and much else. Who is responsible for their oversight? from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/e-tailing/the-dark-side-of-dark-stores/126517415

India's retail inflation rose to 1.33% in December 2025, driven by increased costs in personal care, vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, spices, and pulses. Despite this uptick, inflation remained below the RBI's 4% target for the eleventh consecutive month. Food prices saw a reduced decline, with vegetable deflation easing. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/indias-retail-inflation-quickens-for-second-straight-month-to-1-33-in-december/126483159

The incident occurred in the city's Mehdipatnam police limits, where a rider named Abhishek, a native of Shekpet, died after his two-wheeler collided with a bus. Police officials said that the victim worked as a delivery rider for Zepto, prompting the Gig Workers’ Union to demand justice and compensation for the family. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/e-tailing/zepto-claims-hyderabad-accident-victim-was-not-its-delivery-partner/126476045

Indian dealers this week charged a premium ‌of up to $6 per ‌ounce over official domestic prices - inclusive of 6% import and 3% sales levies, below last week's premium of up to $15. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/elevated-prices-strain-retail-demand-in-india-china-gold-premiums-widen/126447560

Private equity firm L Catterton will acquire Good Culture, a popular cottage cheese brand, for over USD 500 million. Good Culture has seen significant sales growth, mirroring the booming cottage cheese market. This acquisition aims to boost Good Culture's production, distribution, and product development. The deal is expected to finalize in early 2026, pending regulatory approval. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/personal-care-pet-supplies-liquor/l-catterton-strikes-500-million-plus-deal-for-cottage-cheese-brand-good-culture/126432207