Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Britannia Industries is gearing up to fight regional brands with startup agility. The company will invest in its brands and speed up innovation. Acquisitions are also on the table. 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/over-100-years-old-britannia-wants-to-be-a-startup-at-heart/128238609

Archies, a legacy greeting card and gifting company, which saw quick commerce contribute 7-8 per cent of revenue last year, is targeting to more than double this to 15 per cent this year. Simultaneously, it plans to open 17-19 new stores under the Archies Express format in FY 2026-27, starting with a flagship debut at Unity One Elegante Mall in Netaji Subhash Place, Delhi this month. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/archies-launches-express-store-format-to-tap-gen-z-targets-15-revenue-from-quick-commerce/128235818

Titan Company shares are in focus after a strong Q3FY26 performance. Robust festive demand fueled growth across segments. Net profit rose 61% year-on-year. The jewellery segment was the main driver, with revenues up 42%. Watches and Wearables also saw strong festive traction. EyeCare delivered steady growth. The company remains focused on brand equity and sustainable growth. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/accessories/titan-company-shares-tick-3-higher-as-q3-profit-jumps-61-yoy/128188866

Emma Sleep, a German brand, is rapidly expanding in India. Revenues are projected to surge from Rs 3 crore in 2023 to Rs 700 crore by 2027. India is set to become a top-five global market for the company. Emma is focusing on digital sales and plans to open 20 offline stores by 2026. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/home-and-decor/bedding-and-bath/emma-sleep-scales-india-business-70x-in-two-years-targets-rs-700-cr-revenue/128158129

For FY25, B2B e-commerce firm Udaan's revenue stood at ₹4,561.4 crore, down from ₹5,706.6 crore in FY24. Despite the revenue contraction, the company's consolidated loss for the year narrowed by nearly 37 per cent to ₹1,055.4 crore during the same period. 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/udaans-fy25-losses-narrow-to-1055-cr-revenue-at-4561-cr/128148547

ACPL Exports enters the silver jewellery market with TrueSilver. This marks a shift to a consumer-facing omnichannel approach. The company targets Rs 100 crore revenue soon and Rs 250 crore in two to three years. Expansion includes 100 retail stores. TrueSilver offers everyday wear with certified purity and accessible pricing. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/acpl-exports-enters-d2c-with-truesilver-targets-100-stores-and-rs-250-cr-revenue/128145037

The promoter group is looking to raise about ₹2,000 crore through a combination of promoter-level borrowing and debt at the operating company, according to people familiar with the discussions. 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/ajanta-may-raise-rs-2000-crore-to-buy-restaurant-brands-asia/128139876

The Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal has ordered instant noodle maker CG Foods to deposit over ₹90 lakh into the Consumer Welfare Fund. The tribunal found the company profiteered by not passing on a GST rate cut benefit to consumers. CG Foods increased base prices after the tax reduction, a move the tribunal rejected. 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/gstat-finds-wai-wai-noodles-maker-guilty-of-gst-profiteering/128103130

Indian firms are moving ahead with projects involving Chinese partners. These collaborations are proceeding even without final govt clearances. Companies are beginning initial work to avoid business disruptions. Delays in approvals are impacting project timelines and budgets. Some firms are confident of eventual approval. Others are prepared to proceed independently if necessary. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/press-note-3-approval-pending-but-some-indian-companies-get-going/128097279

The Reserve Bank of India has maintained the policy repo rate at 5.25%, unanimously voting to keep it unchanged. While acknowledging intensifying external headwinds, the central bank revised its near-term growth and inflation forecasts upwards. Domestic economic conditions remain supportive, with the RBI emphasizing a neutral monetary policy stance. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/rbi-keeps-rates-steady-positive-on-growth-and-inflation/128020377