Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Nestle India is boosting its chocolate and confectionery business. India is now KitKat's second-largest market worldwide. The company is expanding production capacity. It is using different pack sizes for various sales channels. Small packs are for rural areas. Larger packs are for modern stores and online sales. Premium chocolate sales are growing fast. Quick commerce is also helping sales. 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/india-becomes-kitkats-second-largest-market-globally-nestle-bets-on-premium-push-rural-expansion/128419824

Distributors said select packs of everyday items, from detergents and hair oils to chocolates, noodles and cereals, have started reaching store shelves with higher price tags this quarter. 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/fmcg-prices-rise-up-to-5-as-gst-relief-ends-weak-rupee-and-rising-costs-squeeze-margins/128491595

Global spirits major Sazerac is boosting its presence in India. The company plans to introduce premium bourbons, ready-to-drink beverages, and flavored whiskeys. Sazerac sees India as a key market for long-term growth. Investments will focus on local innovation and expanding distribution. BuzzBallz, a ready-to-drink brand, is already showing strong consumer interest. 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/sazerac-bets-big-on-india-with-bourbon-rtds-and-local-innovation-as-long-term-growth-runway-expands/128415677

India's wholesale inflation reached a 10-month peak of 1.81 percent in January. This rise was fueled by higher costs for food, non-food articles, and manufactured goods. Retail inflation also saw its first reading under a new series. Economists noted a gradual increase in inflation since October 2025. The core WPI segment showed a significant jump. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/wholesale-inflation-touches-10-month-high-of-1-8-in-january/128448179

Many Indian retail stores are struggling with losses. This is happening even as sales grow. The main reason is too much unsold stock on shelves. Retailers are now looking to fix this problem. Some stores may close if they cannot be turned around. This situation impacts revenue and profit generation. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/slow-moving-inventory-bleeding-top-retailers/128406289

pitch report Food delivery cos run deals; ad rates surge while bars & eateries raise dine-in charges from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/india-pakistan-match-day-has-brands-in-a-tizzy/128406514

Apple is set to launch its sixth Indian store, Apple Borivali, in Mumbai on Thursday, February 26. This marks the tech giant's second Mumbai location and features a peacock-inspired design, mirroring recent openings in Bengaluru, Pune, and Noida. The new store aims to cater to the burgeoning startup and business community in the area. 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-6th-store-in-india-at-borivali-on-feb-26/128295842

Tramontina, a Brazilian houseware giant, is significantly boosting its presence in India. The company plans aggressive expansion in manufacturing, distribution, and product categories. India is becoming a key global hub for Tramontina's production and sales. This strategic move aims for substantial revenue growth and market leadership in the coming years. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/home-and-decor/kitchen-and-dining/tramontina-eyes-5060-pc-india-growth-targets-rs-100-cr-revenue-and-manufacturing-led-scale-up/128296929

Hindware CEO Nirupam Sahay says company will expand 540 brand stores, launch AI-powered products to gain market share in recovering building materials sector. "The market is premiumizing not only in metros and tier 1 towns but also in tier 2 and tier 3," he added. The strategy will drive average selling prices higher over time, with value growth coming from both volume expansion and premiumization. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/home-and-decor/hindware-targets-1-25-1-5x-market-growth-with-premiumization-smart-tech-push/128288203

In January, retail inflation registered at 2.75 percent, according to a revamped consumer price index anchored to 2024. The National Statistics Office has rolled out this updated series, broadening the scope to encompass a wider array of goods and services for enhanced price monitoring. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/retail-inflation-at-2-75-in-jan-under-new-cpi-series/128289358