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Indian textile exporters anticipate a significant boost in the UK market. The new India-UK trade deal, effective July 15, offers zero duty access. This move is expected to double India's market share in the UK within three to five years. Industry bodies predict substantial growth for textiles, garments, and home textiles. Trade is projected to rise from 1. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/apparel/india-uk-ceta-to-help-textile-exporters-double-uk-market-share-to-12-in-3-5-years/131846008

Growth in imported whisky sales slowed for a second consecutive year in 2025 across Scotch, Irish, Japanese and American categories, reflecting a broader moderation in discretionary spending after the premium spirits boom that followed the pandemic, according to data from alcohol market researcher IWSR. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/foreign-whisky-sales-slow-for-second-straight-year-as-post-pandemic-boom-fades/131845283

India's apparel exports are set for a significant boost with the new UK Free Trade Agreement, finally removing a long-standing 10-12% tariff disadvantage against competitors like Bangladesh and Cambodia. Industry leaders anticipate improved price competitiveness, attracting fresh investments, increasing exports, and creating substantial employment opportunities across various garment categories. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/apparel/india-uk-fta-levels-the-playing-field-for-apparel-exporters-says-pearl-globals-pallab-banerjee/131822666

India and the UK's Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will take effect on July 15, granting 99% of Indian exports tariff-free access. The pact, announced by Prime Ministers Modi and Starmer, also includes a social security agreement for temporary workers. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/india-uk-free-trade-deal-to-take-effect-on-july-15-opening-99-of-exports-to-tariff-free-access/131816025

Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran will not seek a pay raise for FY26. This decision comes amid group concerns about capital allocation and the profitability of new ventures. Some group businesses face cyclical pressures. Geopolitical and economic conditions challenge businesses like Air India. Tata Consultancy Services remains a key profit driver. Chandrasekaran's remuneration in FY25 was performance-linked. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/tata-sons-chairman-n-chandrasekaran-declines-pay-hike-amid-group-concerns/131785180

According to Gujral, the brand has witnessed nearly a 60 per cent decline in NRI visits during the current wedding season, affecting demand for high-ticket couture purchases. Summertime traditionally sees a large influx of overseas Indians travelling to India for wedding shopping, but that trend has weakened considerably this year. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/luxury/fresh-off-cannes-designer-nitika-gujral-flags-rising-costs-weaker-nri-demand-as-luxury-fashion-faces-pressure/131758304

Reebok's sales have more than doubled in India over the last three years following its acquisition by an Aditya Birla group firm. The brand plans to aggressively expand its network by adding 40-50 stores annually, targeting untapped market opportunities across metro and smaller towns. This growth is fueled by strong same-store sales and new product launches. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/footwear/reebok-sales-doubled-in-last-3-yrs-aggressive-on-growth-trajectory-aditya-birla-lifestyle-brands/131732282

Cupid Breweries and Distilleries will acquire an operational alcoholic beverage manufacturing unit in Odisha from United Spirits Limited. The deal is valued at Rs 22.5 crore. This acquisition is a significant step in Cupid Breweries' expansion strategy. The unit has a substantial production capacity. Diageo India is divesting non-core assets as part of its strategic focus. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/cupid-breweries-to-acquire-united-spirits-alcobev-unit-in-odisha-for-rs-22-5-crore/131697251

Young consumers are now driving major decisions at established food companies. Gen-Z and millennials are influencing product development, acquisitions, and marketing strategies. These younger shoppers are health-conscious, digitally savvy, and demand transparency. Their preferences are reshaping the entire packaged foods industry in India. 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/how-gen-z-became-the-most-important-customer-in-fmcg/131673545

An ET analysis of eight major retailers-market leader Reliance Retail, Shoppers Stop, Westside, Arvind Fashions, DMart, Spencer's Retail, Pantaloons and Bata-showed that the contribution of e-commerce to overall revenue has seen minuscule improvement since 2021-22 even as online sales continue to increase in absolute terms. By contrast, the Covid-19 pandemic spurred explosive growth, with the share of digital sales in total revenue surging three to four times in 2020-21 and 2021-22. 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/ecommerce-isnt-adding-much-to-retail-incs-cart/131673573