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Titan Company is exploring acquisitions and investments in emerging watch brands. The company anticipates a strong festive season driven by healthy consumer demand. Titan aims to become a significant global player in the watchmaking industry. Premium watch segments are experiencing robust growth while mass segments face sluggishness. The company is also focusing on developing its own branded movement platform. 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-open-to-acquiring-smaller-watch-brands-sees-strong-growth-in-premium-segment/134378678

The development was among the key leadership changes in the retail and consumer ecosystem this week, alongside new appointments, internal elevations and senior exits across luxury lifestyle, FMCG, consumer electronics and e-tailing. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/weekly-leadership-recap-tata-sons-practo-da-milano-epigamia-among-key-leadership-moves/134346901

Jagnoor Singh joined Practo as COO in January 2025, after senior operating roles at Bharti Airtel, Unacademy and OYO. Practo has also expanded the responsibilities of its leadership team, with co-founder Siddhartha Nihalani appointed COO-B2C and Rowel Coelho, previously head of monetisation, appointed COO-B2B. Co-founder Abhinav Lal has been named chief scientist and will lead the company’s AI research and partnerships. 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/practo-elevates-shashank-nd-to-executive-chairman-appoints-jagnoor-singh-as-ceo/134312273

Wonderchef anticipates digital channels will drive fifty percent of its sales within five years. This growth will significantly outpace traditional retail channels for the brand. The company targets Rs 600 crore in net sales this financial year. New product launches and smart appliances are central to its expansion strategy. Wonderchef is also strengthening its presence in coffee at home and cookware segments. 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/digital-to-drive-half-of-wonderchefs-sales-in-next-5-years-says-ceo-ravi-saxena/134299851

The company serves consumers across 120+ cities, while operating multiple leading food brands and categories through a common infrastructure. Rebel Foods said this model helps them serve a broader range of consumer occasions while driving store growth and improving asset utilisation. 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/rebel-foods-reduces-net-loss-by-19-per-cent-in-fy26/134261452

CaratLane is expanding its international reach into Australia and the United Kingdom. The Indian jewellery retailer is also strengthening its digital and physical presence domestically. Australia will see online operations launch to serve the Indian diaspora there. The company plans significant network expansion and portfolio additions in India. CaratLane targets continued robust growth driven by multiple strategic initiatives. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/caratlane-eyes-australia-uk-after-gaining-traction-in-us-jewellery-market/134249647

Gold prices witnessed a slight decline, primarily driven by surging oil prices, raising inflation worries among traders. With an 86% probability of a US interest rate hike on the horizon, consumer prices saw a notable rise in August, further solidifying expectations of increased rates. As higher interest rates typically reduce gold's allure, other precious metals also faced downturns on Monday. 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-prices-dip-as-oil-driven-inflation-concerns-weigh/134231610

Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd will invest Rs 115 crore in a new malt distillery. This facility in Aurangabad will produce single malt whisky and is expected by FY28. The company also approved Rs 10 crore for ongoing projects. These funds address cost overruns and minor expansions for bottling lines. This move strengthens ABDL's premium spirits portfolio significantly. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/allied-blenders-plans-foray-into-single-malt-whisky-to-invest-rs-115-crore/134103459

Apple's new iPhone Duo pricing in India is significantly higher than in other markets. Retailers fear this price difference will encourage grey market sales and personal imports. Market researchers have lowered their outlook for Apple's iPhone unit sales in India. Higher prices for existing models also impact demand for older iPhones. This situation creates challenges for Indian retailers and the government's revenue. 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/apples-pricing-gap-takes-a-bite-out-of-iphone-sales-outlook-in-india/134040656

RENTOMOJO-Furniture rental firm Rentomojo's $133 million India IPO fully subscribed on first day 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/furniture-rental-firm-rentomojos-133-million-india-ipo-fully-subscribed-on-first-day/133990845