Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Footwear brand Inc.5 is set to open 100 company-operated stores by April. The company is also focusing on enhancing its digital presence and creating a seamless online and offline shopping experience. Inc.5 aims to reach 120 stores by the end of next fiscal year. Investments will target technology integration and consumer insights. The brand currently operates 92 stores across India. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/footwear/inc-5-targets-100-store-milestone-by-april-eyes-120-stores-by-next-fiscal/125827835

Patanjali Group, led by Baba Ramdev, has inked a significant MoU with the Russian government, paving the way for its expansion into the country. This collaboration aims to foster health and wellness initiatives, including yoga and Ayurveda promotion, alongside cultural exchange. Russia is envisioned as a crucial gateway for Patanjali's global wellness mission. 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/patanjali-group-signs-mou-to-enter-russia-with-its-ayurveda-products-promote-health-wellness/125826010

Noel’s late half-brother, Ratan Tata, had held 3,368 Tata Sons shares, equivalent to a 0.83% stake, which he bequeathed to his foundations, Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation and Ratan Tata Endowment Trust (RTET), in a 70:30 ratio. Noel, who serves as a director of Tata Sons, is also a trustee of RTET. Another half-brother, Jimmy Tata, owns 3,262 Tata Sons shares, representing a 0.81% stake. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/noel-now-largest-tata-family-stakeholder/125799633

Cofounder Suvir Sujan told ET that Nexus will back US-only AI and enterprise startups going forward. It expects 4–5 IPOs in the next 2–3 years from its portfolio, which will generate outsized returns, Sujan said. The VC fund has returned around $700 million in cash over the past few years to its limited partners or sponsors in the fund. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/nexus-raises-new-700-million-fund-to-back-india-us-startups-focused-on-ai-enterprise-consumer-sectors/125780707

On the MCX, silver has reached all-time high prices, marking a significant increase over the past months and years. Industry experts attribute this phenomenon to worldwide economic transformations, restricted supply chains, and a surge in demand from sustainable technologies. Investors are encouraged to navigate this market with caution, considering gradual investments while also securing some of their earnings. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/record-silver-rates-whats-triggering-exception-surge-in-white-metals-prices-and-what-should-investors-do-now/125757587

Meesho's initial public offer saw strong investor interest on its first day. The e-commerce firm's IPO received 2.35 times subscription. Retail investors showed significant participation. The company had previously raised funds from anchor investors. This IPO aims to fund infrastructure, marketing, and strategic growth initiatives. 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/meeshos-rs-5421-cr-ipo-subscribed-2-35-times-on-day-1/125743713

Korean consumer brands are expanding into India across alcohol, beauty, food, and cigarettes, leveraging the 'Korean Wave'. Jinro soju has partnered with Monika Alcobev, while beauty firms Cosmax and Amorepacific are establishing Indian operations. KT&G is increasing its cigarette presence, and Lotte Group plans significant investments, with K-beauty poised for substantial growth. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/south-korean-brands-surge-into-india-via-jvs-investments-in-soju-beauty-foods-amid-k-wave-boom/125733213

Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting is pursuing acquisitions with a ₹6,000–7,000 crore reserve, targeting regional brands in higher-margin categories. The company sees opportunities in fast-growing personal-care segments and prefers buying established local brands to accelerate expansion efficiently. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/with-rs-7000-crore-war-chest-wipro-consumer-eyes-regional-brands/125709123

Indian startups preparing for IPOs are rapidly overhauling boards, hiring independent directors and boosting diversity, often within six months of filing draft prospectuses. A Longhouse study shows most appointments focus on regulatory, financial, and strategy expertise, with limited sector specialists and only modest gains in gender diversity across new-age companies. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/new-age-firms-rejig-boards-fast-to-plug-ipo-gaps-longhouse/125684913

Apple is opening its fifth store in India. The new official store in Noida will open its doors on December 11. This marks Apple's second store in Delhi NCR and third this year. Customers can explore the latest products and attend free sessions. This expansion comes as Apple sees record sales in India. 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/mobiles/apple-to-open-fifth-india-store-in-noida-on-december-11-as-record-sales-fuel-retail-expansion/125632323