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The maker of Maggi noodles, Nescafe and KitKat struck a cautious note, saying it will "wait and watch" as "nobody can predict the situation two months down the line" amid "geopolitical tensions, some concerns around the monsoon", and fluctuating commodity costs. 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/nestle-india-looks-for-volume-led-growth-despite-price-volatility-amid-geopolitical-uncertainties/130746204

Raju Antony Pullan, head of Samsung India's mobile phone business, has resigned. Pullan, a senior vice president, served the company for 18 years. He was responsible for sales, marketing, and all smartphone business functions. The Korean giant has not yet announced his successor. Samsung faces pressure in the mobile market, having lost leadership to Chinese brands. 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/samsung-india-mobile-head-raju-antony-pullan-resigns-after-18-years/130673850

Amazon Now's quick commerce orders are experiencing 25% month-on-month growth, with Prime members tripling their shopping frequency. The company plans to expand the service to 100 cities, supported by over 1,000 micro-fulfillment centers, as part of a significant investment in Indian infrastructure. 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-now-orders-growing-25-month-on-month-ceo-andy-jassy-in-q1-earnings-call/130624885

Adidas, the iconic German athletic apparel company, has kicked off the year on a high note, revealing first-quarter results that have left analysts thrilled. Operating profits soared beyond expectations, thanks to strong consumer appetite for their products, even as they faced hurdles in particular regions. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/footwear/adidas-reports-strong-first-quarter-sales-and-profit-despite-very-volatile-market/130599729

Quick commerce firms are facing a shortage of delivery partners due to intense heatwaves. Companies are offering extra pay to keep riders working during peak heat hours. Demand for summer essentials like ice cream and fans is surging. Brands are increasing production and cold storage to meet this demand. 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/quick-commerce-firms-face-heat-as-riders-stay-off-peak-hours/130595336

House of Chikankari, a women-led ethnic wear brand, has secured Rs 25 crore in Series A funding. This investment will fuel expansion of its product range and sales channels. The brand plans significant investment in offline retail over the next 18-24 months. It aims for 2-3x growth in the coming years through product and channel diversification. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/house-of-chikankari-raises-rs-25-crore-in-series-a-eyes-3x-growth-with-offline-foray-and-omni-channel-push/130561665

The ⁠launch follows controversy in June 2025, when Prada showed sandals resembling ​centuries-old Indian Kolhapuri chappals at a Milan fashion show. The designs sparked ​outrage among Indian artisans and politicians, who accused the brand of cultural appropriation. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/luxury/prada-seeks-to-mend-ties-with-made-in-india-sandals/130561386

Eveready Industries has launched a new Rs 200 crore manufacturing plant in Jammu. This facility is India's only operating alkaline battery plant. It will significantly increase production capacity. The plant aims to meet growing demand for high-performance power solutions. It will also reduce India's reliance on imported batteries. This move is set to boost local employment and supply chain resilience. 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/consumer-electronics/eveready-industries-rs-200-crore-manufacturing-plant-to-pave-the-way-for-global-play/130546129

Indian ecommerce giants like Flipkart and Bigbasket are building AI storefronts to enable agentic commerce, allowing AI to shop autonomously on platforms like ChatGPT. Fintechs have enabled payments, paving the way for automated searching, ordering, and payment. Brands are preparing for this future, with quick commerce and travel sectors leading adoption. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/platforms-brands-accelerate-agentic-commerce-push-as-fintechs-plug-payment-gaps/130543612

US investor Lachy Groom is in talks to invest $15-20 million in Pronto. This funding round values the instant househelp startup at $200 million. Pronto's valuation has doubled since its last raise in March. The sector is attracting significant investment due to rapid growth. 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/tech-investor-lachy-groom-in-talks-to-back-pronto-valuation-set-to-double-at-200-million/130507723