Franchise Business Opportunities In India

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

Britannia Industries is gearing up to fight regional brands with startup agility. The company will invest in its brands and speed up innovation. Acquisitions are also on the table. 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/over-100-years-old-britannia-wants-to-be-a-startup-at-heart/128238609

Archies, a legacy greeting card and gifting company, which saw quick commerce contribute 7-8 per cent of revenue last year, is targeting to more than double this to 15 per cent this year. Simultaneously, it plans to open 17-19 new stores under the Archies Express format in FY 2026-27, starting with a flagship debut at Unity One Elegante Mall in Netaji Subhash Place, Delhi this month. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/archies-launches-express-store-format-to-tap-gen-z-targets-15-revenue-from-quick-commerce/128235818

Titan Company shares are in focus after a strong Q3FY26 performance. Robust festive demand fueled growth across segments. Net profit rose 61% year-on-year. The jewellery segment was the main driver, with revenues up 42%. Watches and Wearables also saw strong festive traction. EyeCare delivered steady growth. The company remains focused on brand equity and sustainable growth. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/accessories/titan-company-shares-tick-3-higher-as-q3-profit-jumps-61-yoy/128188866

Emma Sleep, a German brand, is rapidly expanding in India. Revenues are projected to surge from Rs 3 crore in 2023 to Rs 700 crore by 2027. India is set to become a top-five global market for the company. Emma is focusing on digital sales and plans to open 20 offline stores by 2026. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/home-and-decor/bedding-and-bath/emma-sleep-scales-india-business-70x-in-two-years-targets-rs-700-cr-revenue/128158129

For FY25, B2B e-commerce firm Udaan's revenue stood at ₹4,561.4 crore, down from ₹5,706.6 crore in FY24. Despite the revenue contraction, the company's consolidated loss for the year narrowed by nearly 37 per cent to ₹1,055.4 crore during the same period. 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/udaans-fy25-losses-narrow-to-1055-cr-revenue-at-4561-cr/128148547

ACPL Exports enters the silver jewellery market with TrueSilver. This marks a shift to a consumer-facing omnichannel approach. The company targets Rs 100 crore revenue soon and Rs 250 crore in two to three years. Expansion includes 100 retail stores. TrueSilver offers everyday wear with certified purity and accessible pricing. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/acpl-exports-enters-d2c-with-truesilver-targets-100-stores-and-rs-250-cr-revenue/128145037