Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Tata Sons has instructed its group companies to manage their own debts without relying on cross-default clauses or letters of comfort. Future funding for new ventures will come from equity investments and internal accruals. Banks are confident in extending credit due to the financial stability and equity stakes held by Tata Sons in these companies. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/tata-sons-ends-debt-support-for-new-businesses-focus-on-independent-financing/116979579

The edible oils segment of Adani Wilmar saw consumer downtrading, but the company retained its market share through a diverse brand portfolio across price points. In the foods category, key packaged products like wheat flour, rice, nuggets, pulses, poha, and sugar achieved strong double-digit growth, according to the update. 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/adani-wilmar-q3-update-revenue-jumps-33-yoy-aided-by-volume-growth/116971250

Marico expects a "higher-than-anticipated gross margin contraction" as key inputs faced 'higher-than-expected' inflation, said the homegrown firm which is the maker of Saffola, Parachute, Hair & Care, Nihar and Livon etc. 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/sequential-uptick-operating-profit-growth-to-be-modest-as-higher-input-costs-impact-q3-marico/116931965

Zepto is preparing to file for an IPO by March-April 2025 and has received approval to move its holding entity from Singapore to India. The company is also finalising independent directors and deliberating on IPO size and bankers. It aims to become the first independent quick commerce firm to go public amid scrutiny over local FDI compliance. 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-plans-ipo-filing-by-march-april-singapore-nod-in-for-moving-domicile/116931904

Setting up Zepto Marketplace Pvt Ltd is part of the restructuring of the quick commerce firm to align with India's regulatory norms. It signals a potential shift from its B2B2C structure to a marketplace approach, allowing Zepto to oversee procurement and branding while the licensees will handle retail operations and customer interactions. 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-sets-up-new-marketplace-entity-amid-restructuring/116901699

India aims to surpass $1 billion in organic product exports by next year, with significant growth in the last decade. The country is working on MRAs for delicate exports like fisheries. Tobacco exports are projected to grow 8% to over Rs 13,000 crore this year, maintaining controlled production. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/india-aims-to-double-organic-food-exports-to-1-bln/116871088

India's GST collections rose 7.3% to `1.77 lakh crore in December compared to the previous year. This growth slowed from an 8.5% increase in November. The post-festive season slump and consumption slowdown are factors. Experts expect a pickup in the March quarter. The government's budget may include measures to boost consumption. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/gst-collection-growth-slows-in-december-show/116871059

Similar to past generations seeking better lives, quick commerce will continue to adapt and expand, offering faster access to a variety of products. Blinkit plans to open a store in Jaito by 2025, aiding many families. 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/25-for-2025-will-businesses-accept-the-10-min-delivery-challenge/116845416

Senior executives from Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, Zepto, and Bigbasket met with Indian government officials. They discussed warehouse ownership, compliance with FDI norms, and the impact on kirana stores. The officials expressed concerns about delivery safety and competition for small shops. Representatives argued their services supplement demand. Quick commerce firms are growing rapidly and raising capital. 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/quick-commerce-companies-quizzed-by-government-over-fdi-operating-model/116845711

Jewellers expect a significant growth in gold and silver demand by 2025, with gold potentially touching Rs 85,000 per 10 gm. Key drivers include rising awareness of sustainability, strong wedding demand, and geopolitical tensions. Despite price increases, India's gems and jewellery market is anticipated to grow, driven by both local and global consumer 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/gold-silver-demand-to-surge-in-2025gold-price-set-to-hit-rs-85000/116845629