Franchise Business Opportunities In India

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

Gold demand and consumer sentiment remain firm ahead of Akshaya Tritiya on Sunday, April 19, as retail investors look to bullion as a preferred avenue for wealth creation. Despite elevated price levels, the festival continues to serve as a primary driver for the precious metals market, supported by a year where gold delivered gains exceeding 60 per cent. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/gold-demand-set-to-remain-resilient-ahead-of-akshaya-tritiya-bullion-remains-preferred-safe-haven-for-wealth-creation/130346937

The company had logged a net profit of Rs 30.98 crore in January-March FY25, as per a regulatory filing from Bajaj Consumer Care, part of the Bajaj Group of companies. 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/bajaj-consumer-care-q4-profit-up-two-fold-to-rs-64-cr/130331063

One of the sources said Flipkart was aiming to launch into the market in May, pitting it against Accel-backed BookMyShow and Zomato's District ​to take advantage of rising disposable incomes ⁠and wider ‌smartphone use in the world's most populous nation. 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/walmarts-flipkart-plans-foray-into-indias-ticketing-market-as-live-events-boom-sources-say/130330902

The Indian dining scene is looking at a staggering monthly loss of ₹79,000 crore as a result of a commercial LPG shortage. This hiccup is forcing all types of eateries to shut down temporarily or seek alternative cooking methods. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/food-services/indian-restaurants-slowdown-is-ringing-up-a-79000-cr-bill-as-iran-war-chokes-lpg-supply/130305500