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Iran-Israel War: India feels the pinch as the Israel-Iran conflict pushes up prices for pulses and onions. Exports of rice, textiles, and electronics are hampered by delays and higher freight costs. Strained shipping lanes and volatile markets are forcing a rethink of logistics. Essential imports and strategic sectors hang in the balance, with broader economic fallout likely if tensions rise. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/oil-rice-textiles-more-the-cost-indians-may-have-to-pay-for-iran-israel-war/128946398

In April 2025, Amazon India had waived the seller referral fee for items below Rs 300. Now the company has expanded its zero referral fees from 1.2 crore products in 2025 to over 12.5 crore products. 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/amazon-india-to-remove-seller-fee-for-items-under-rs-1000-from-mid-march/128935018

India's economy expanded by 7.8 percent in the December quarter. Manufacturing output saw a significant increase. Festive season consumption also remained strong. New government numbers show a revised GDP series. Full-year growth for FY26 is now projected at 7.6 percent. Consumption and investment are expected to be key growth drivers. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/new-gdp-series-makes-debut-economy-grows-at-7-8-in-q3/128874638

In her role as Senior Executive Director at DLF Retail, Pushpa Bector traced the journey of Indian malls over the past two decades. She stressed that to remain competitive, a mall must undergo a strategic refresh roughly every four years, adapting formats, tenant mix, and experiences. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/dlf-retails-pushpa-bector-on-reinventing-malls-zoning-strategy-and-the-race-to-stay-ahead-of-the-indian-consumer/128775426

The U.S. plans to increase tariffs to 15% or higher for some countries, while maintaining current levels for China ahead of President Trump's visit. These new duties, replacing tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court, are compatible with existing trade deals and will target unfair practices like excess industrial capacity and forced labor. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/us-tariff-rate-to-hit-15-or-more-for-some-nations-us-trade-rep-says/128802045

Medusa Beverages is entering GCC markets including Saudi Arabia and UAE. This expansion is a strategic move to grow revenue. The company will initially export from India before local brewing. Medusa's domestic strategy focuses on premiumisation. An asset-light model ensures production capacity for growth. This global step aims for sustained expansion beyond FY26. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/medusa-beverages-gcc-rollout-part-of-broader-growth-play-expects-region-to-add-5-10-to-revenue-by-fy28/128781358

India Ratings and Research has revised its outlook on the retail jewellery sector to neutral for FY27, signalling a more balanced view after recent growth. The agency expects FY26 to deliver solid revenue gains, largely on the back of higher gold prices. Organised jewellery players are likely to benefit from stronger balance sheets and better credit metrics. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/retail-jewellery-sector-outlook-revised-to-neutral-fy26-revenue-growth-expected-at-23-ind-ra/128769497

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal calls for top quality from manufacturers. This is crucial for India to become a developed economy. New free trade agreements with 38 developed nations will open global markets. Indian products must meet the highest global standards. This will help achieve export targets and build Brand India. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/make-quality-a-top-priority-piyush-goyal-tells-manufacturers/128739846

Apple's iPhone emerged as India's top export in 2025, reaching $23 billion and driving smartphones to become the nation's leading export category. This surge was fueled by production incentives and diversification from Chinese suppliers. However, the abolition of US fentanyl tariffs on Chinese exports could challenge India's competitive edge. 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/indias-iphone-exports-hit-23-billion-in-2025-as-smartphones-become-top-export-segment/128697600

The brewing industry plans a significant investment of Rs 5,500 crore in Uttar Pradesh over the next three years. This includes setting up new breweries and ancillary units like aluminium can and glass production plants. The Brewers' Association of India welcomed the state's progressive excise policy. This policy aims to boost beer consumption and industry growth without impacting tax revenues. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/beer-makers-bet-big-on-up-with-rs-5500-crore-investment-plan-after-policy-boost/128667268