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Tata CLiQ is set to expand premium athleisure brand Lululemon's presence in India with physical stores, adding to its existing online partnership. The move comes as the retailer sharpens its focus on sportswear, while beauty emerges as its fastest-growing category with 40-50% 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/lululemon-stores-on-the-cards-as-tata-cliq-doubles-down-on-premium-lifestyle-play/131870429

Poor rainfall typically leads farmers to reduce cattle numbers because of shortages of fodder and water, lowering milk output and pushing up prices. 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/el-nino-impact-milk-prices-likely-to-go-up-again/131870017

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

Fidelity Investments, through its two affiliates, FID FDI 2117 LLC and FID FDI 312 LLC, offloaded a total of 5,98,16,300 shares representing a 1.31 per cent stake in the Bengaluru-based e-commerce firm, according to the bulk deal data available on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). 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/fidelity-investments-sells-1-3-pc-stake-in-meesho-for-rs-988-crore/131648059

Under the partnership, creators will be able to discover and tag affiliate products in their content and earn commissions on sales generated through their posts. The programme is open to creators across categories, including micro and nano influencers. 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/flipkart-group-partners-with-meta-to-expand-creator-led-commerce-in-india/131609646

India's economy shows steady growth driven by domestic demand. The West Asia conflict presents challenges like higher oil prices. The government plans to attract more foreign investment and boost revenue through asset sales. Efforts are underway to support farmers and consumers amidst rising costs. The GST Council will discuss further reforms soon. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/strong-consumption-keeps-growth-steady-amid-iran-war-cost-concerns/131624459

“This investment...marks another significant step in Grasim’s strategic expansion of advanced fibre capabilities, catering to the growing global demand for sustainable and high-performance textile materials,” Kumar Mangalam Birla, the chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, said. “This fresh expansion will catapult Grasim’s overall Cellulosic Fibres capacity beyond 1 million tonnes per annum, reinforcing its position as a global leader in sustainable man-made Cellulosic Fibres.” from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/apparel/grasim-to-invest-rs-3094-crore-to-expand-lyocell-capacity-in-karnataka/131601591

Amazon is planning to aggressively expand its 10-minute delivery service, Amazon Now, aiming for market leadership despite moderating quick commerce growth. The ecommerce giant plans to launch in over 100 cities with 1,000 dark stores, emphasising customer experience, wide selection, and speed to compete with rivals like Blinkit and Zepto. 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/here-to-win-quick-commerce-will-become-market-leader-in-near-term-samir-kumar-amazon-india-chief/131578063

Consumer goods companies anticipate stronger sales growth. Inflation from the West Asia conflict is expected to boost both product volumes and prices. Companies like Hindustan Unilever and Dabur are raising prices to offset rising costs. This shift is projected to lead to better sales performance than initially forecast for the current fiscal year. 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/consumer-goods-majors-eye-stronger-sales-as-inflation-pushes-both-volumes-and-prices/131577958

Cloud kitchen platform Curefoods has postponed its Rs 800 crore IPO plans after Sebi approval, as mutual funds resisted its Rs 4,000 crore valuation. The company, facing market headwinds for loss-making new-age firms, aims to relist next year if market conditions improve. This follows similar deferrals by PhonePe and Flipkart. 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/curefoods-follows-flipkart-phonepe-to-delay-ipo-plan-amid-choppy-markets/131578041

Nestle India's royalty payments to its Swiss parent surged by 13.91% to Rs 1,024.5 crore in FY26. Despite this increase, shareholders previously rejected a proposal to further raise royalty rates. The company's revenue also saw a 14.2% rise in the same fiscal year. 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-pays-rs-1024-5-crore-licence-fee-to-swiss-parent-entity-in-fy26/131563238