Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Post-Diwali sales are showing a significant uptick, defying traditional trends with a 10-20% year-on-year increase. This robust demand is fueled by improved affordability from tax cuts, an early winter and a booming wedding season, with companies reporting sustained production and strong sales outlooks. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/festive-demand-2025-stays-strong-post-diwali-as-weddings-surge-tax-cuts-lift-spending-and-winter-boosts-sales/125375900

The Pune-based company’s consolidated revenue from operations rose 10% YoY to Rs 2,099 crore, compared with Rs 1,905 crore a year earlier. Revenue also improved sequentially, rising 13% from the June quarter, helping narrow losses. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/toys-kids-and-baby/babycare/firstcry-narrows-q2-loss-by-20-revenue-crosses-rs-2000-crore/125341458

With October's retail inflation dipping to a historic low of just 0.25%, recent GST reductions are starting to show their impact, albeit subtly. A substantial drop in food prices has been noted, prompting Nomura to project even further price declines ahead. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/gst-cuts-shave-0-12-pp-off-october-retail-inflation/125316596

Fashion retailer Cantabil Retail India Ltd aims for Rs 1,000 crore revenue by FY27, driven by aggressive expansion in Tier 2, 3 cities and a tech-driven supply chain. Favorable GST 2.0 changes have boosted consumption and strengthened consumer trust, contributing to a 20% year-on-year growth target. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/apparel/cantabil-retail-targets-rs-1000-crore-revenue-by-fy27-with-tier-2-and-3-expansion-and-gst-20/125290249

Iconic Fashion India plans significant growth, targeting Rs 1,100 crore revenue in three years. The company will expand its retail footprint by adding 10 lakh sq. ft. of space in tier-1 and tier-2 cities. Diversification into luggage, designer wear, and watches will also drive expansion in the next two years. Enhanced in-store experiences and digital engagement are key strategies. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/apparel/iconic-fashion-targets-rs-1100-crore-revenue-and-expands-to-tier-2-cities/125273396

Heineken's CEO identifies India's shift to nuclear families as a key driver for its growing beer market. This societal change fosters greater social freedom, accelerating beer adoption among a young, urbanizing population. With millions entering legal drinking age annually, India presents a significant global opportunity for beer consumption. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/heineken-says-nuclear-families-driving-demand-for-beer-eyes-youth-urban-middle-class/125264315

Emami Limited expects a strong rebound in the second half of FY26, supported by improved trade sentiment and a favourable winter season. The FMCG major reported a 10% drop in Q2 revenue due to temporary disruptions from recent GST rate cuts but said lower tax rates will boost affordability and long-term demand. 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/emami-bets-on-winter-comeback-after-gst-led-slowdown/125223295

The Serious Fraud Investigation Office is investigating Future Retail and its group companies. This probe follows intelligence about corporate governance lapses and suspicious related party transactions. The investigation will scrutinize financial dealings and board decisions. It aims to determine if transactions complied with the Companies Act and were disclosed properly. Key executives and former directors may be questioned. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/mca-orders-sfio-probe-into-future-retail-entities/125213893

Top retailers including Reliance Retail, Shoppers Stop, Arvind Fashions, Titan, and Aditya Birla Fashion plan aggressive store expansion to tap rising consumer demand. After years of closures to conserve cash, companies are resuming rollouts, focusing on optimally sized, modern outlets to attract younger shoppers amid stabilising operations and revived spending sentiment. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/indias-top-retailers-hit-reopen-on-expansion-mode-as-demand-rebounds/125178068

Summercool Home Appliances has strategically launched air conditioners and refrigerators during the winter off-season to gain early market visibility and strengthen retail partnerships. This contrarian move aims to capture consumer insights and optimize production ahead of the summer demand surge, with significant capex allocated for R&D and capacity expansion. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/consumer-durables-and-information-technology/consumer-electronics/summercool-expands-appliance-line-with-acs-and-refrigerators-ahead-of-summer-demand/125162269