Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Judith Leiber Couture has launched its first boutique in Delhi, marking its return to the Indian market. The brand plans a strategic expansion, focusing on connecting with new luxury consumers. This move aligns with global growth plans. Judith Leiber aims to become a top global market within five years. Sparsh India Couture is anchoring the brand's journey in India. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/luxury/judith-leiber-re-enters-india-market-can-india-become-its-next-power-market/130472468

Shiv Ratan Agarwal, the visionary behind the popular Bikaji snack brand, passed away at 75. He turned a family namkeen business into a national and international success. Agarwal's journey from Bikaner's lanes to global markets showcased India's consumption boom. His strategic approach standardized, packaged, and scaled traditional snacks. Bikaji's success culminated in its stock market listing and global presence. 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/bhujia-baron-shiv-ratan-agarwal-who-built-bikaji-into-a-global-snack-brand-passes-away-at-75/130472723

The commerce and industry ministry has also recommended reducing the GST on these cooktops from 18 per cent to 5 per cent to improve affordability, the official said. 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/west-asia-crisis-govt-considering-customs-duty-cut-on-critical-induction-cooktop-components/130456402

French spirits giant Pernod Ricard has stated no decision is made on listing its Indian subsidiary. The company is exploring options to enhance shareholder value. Pernod Ricard India is a leading alco-bev player. The company expects strong performance in India, its second-largest global market by value. India's premiumisation trends are driving growth. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/no-decision-yet-on-india-unit-listing-exploring-strategic-options-to-boost-value-pernod-ricard/130431476

Nestle India achieved its best quarterly results in ten years. This strong performance was fueled by significant volume increases across its products. The company saw robust growth in its e-commerce and beverage segments. Increased advertising spending also played a key role in driving sales. Nestle India maintained healthy profit margins through efficient operations and strategic investments. 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/quick-commerce-nescafe-coffee-push-and-ad-spends-inside-nestle-indias-growth-play/130432593

Since 2022, the Competition Commission ​of India (CCI) has been investigating 42 alcohol retailers in Telangana, India's largest beer consuming state, for allegedly forming a cartel to exclude AB InBev's rivals, leading to a surge in market share for the Belgium-based maker of beers including Budweiser and Corona. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/exclusive-india-flips-ab-inbev-from-witness-to-target-in-antitrust-probe-triggering-court-fight/130414983

Top South Korean business leaders met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They discussed expanding their operations in India. Companies like Samsung, LG, and Hyundai signaled fresh investments. SK Hynix is considering a chip facility. Hyundai will develop electric mobility solutions for India. This marks a significant step in bilateral economic cooperation. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/south-korea-inc-meets-modi-cos-including-samsung-lg-looking-to-expand-in-key-market-export-more/130406108

Tata Digital is pivoting Tata Neu from a broad commerce aggregator to a loyalty-led financial services platform, focusing on payments, investments, and insurance. This strategic shift acknowledges that existing Tata businesses already have strong customer relationships, aiming for Tata Neu to complement rather than compete with them. 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/revamped-tata-neu-to-bet-on-loyalty-financial-services-tata-digital-ceo-sajith-sivanandan/130406138

BSH Home Appliances is set to significantly expand its presence in India. The company plans to double its market share to 8% by 2030. This ambitious growth will be driven by premium products and increased local manufacturing. BSH will also expand its retail footprint, adding hundreds of new stores. 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/bsh-india-eyes-doubling-market-share-to-8-pc-by-2030-sharpens-premium-play-and-localisation-push/130365029

The FMCG sector anticipates a steady March quarter, buoyed by stable rural demand and urban recovery, despite subdued pricing in some segments. While raw material costs were supportive for most of the quarter, recent increases in crude-linked inputs may impact margins. Companies with strong execution and premium portfolios are expected to lead performance. 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-sector-set-for-steady-q4-on-rural-demand-and-volume-growth/130382219