Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Nike Inc plans to open a new campus in Bengaluru by FY28 to strengthen its operations in India. This campus will be crucial for supporting Nike, Jordan, and Converse brands. The decision is part of Nike's broader strategy to enhance global growth and manufacturing capabilities. The location of the campus will be disclosed next calendar year. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/sportswear/nike-lays-a-big-long-term-bet-on-india-with-new-bengaluru-campus-to-serve-athletes-and-drive-growth/134650712

The momentum has continued into FY27, with the company reporting strong growth and a significant expansion in EBITDA and PAT in Q1 FY27. 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/rs-650-crore-honasa-block-deal-draws-marquee-institutional-participation-as-growth-and-profitability-gain-momentum/134611794

Freefall, co-founded by Huma Qureshi, targets break-even within its first year and aims for substantial sales. The saree brand has initiated its operations with an e-commerce-first strategy and plans to develop an offline presence later. The collection features handwoven sarees that combine traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics, appealing to urban women. As the brand continues to grow, it plans to introduce new collections every few months. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/huma-qureshi-backed-saree-brand-freefall-targets-first-year-break-even/134609381

Consumer demand in India saw significant growth during the July-September quarter, particularly in appliances and FMCGs. Sales of air conditioners, refrigerators, and branded apparel experienced double-digit growth closely following the festive season. Price increases partially influenced this growth amidst a low base from last year. Despite higher commodity costs and a weaker rupee, consumer sentiment appears to be positive. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/buoyant-q2-demand-for-consumer-goods-lifts-festive-sales-outlook/134606238

Vadilal Industries Ltd has signed a revised supply agreement with Vadilal Enterprises for a 12-month period. This agreement is set to be effective from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027. The previous 10-year agreement was due to end on September 30, 2026, and could not be renewed. A family dispute within the promoter Gandhi family has complicated operational issues and leadership restructuring. 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/vadilal-industries-strikes-fresh-deal-with-vadilal-enterprises-amid-family-dispute/134606058

High gold prices, combined with higher taxes, are encouraging more buyers to engage in cash transactions. This trend allows buyers to save significantly compared to official market prices based on reported cases. As import levies have doubled, the informal gold market is thriving, especially in the lead-up to wedding season. Retail customers are discovering varying discounts, influencing their purchasing decisions significantly. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/under-the-counter-cash-gold-sales-boom-in-india-as-high-prices-and-taxes-bite/134577729

In a LinkedIn post, Balasubramanian said he was concluding a tenure of close to four years at Myntra. He acknowledged the company’s leadership, marketing, customer, creative and communications teams during his tenure, without disclosing details about his next move. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/myntra-cmo-sunder-balasubramanian-to-step-down/134562526

The proceeds from the fresh issue are proposed to be deployed through its wholly owned subsidiary, Culinary Brands India Private Limited (CBIPL). Of the issue proceeds, Rs 326.85 crore is proposed to be used for capital expenditure towards setting up 460 new Subway stores under the company-owned-company-operated (COCO) format in FY28 and FY29, while Rs 125 crore is proposed for repayment or pre-payment of certain borrowings of CBIPL. The remaining proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes. 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/everbrands-india-files-drhp-for-rs-600-crore-ipo/134562009

Indian real estate developers are expected to add nearly 51.1 million sq. ft. of new shopping mall space over the next five years, propelling the total shopping mall stock to 143.2 million sq. ft. by the end of 2031, a report said on Monday. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/large-malls-to-dominate-indias-retail-pipeline-51-1-million-sq-ft-expansion-likely-by-2031/134535460

Vedant Bang, managing director, Thomas Scott (India) Limited, said the partnership will allow the company to expand Forever 21’s presence in India while also taking on the role of a global designated supplier for the brand. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/thomas-scott-india-partners-with-authentic-brands-group-to-bring-forever-21-to-india/134535502

Rado, a Swiss watchmaker, is witnessing remarkable growth in India, marking it as its largest market globally. The brand anticipates further expansion, driven by a booming luxury segment and increasing consumer demand. Swiss watch imports into India have surged, showcasing a robust market for premium timepieces. Rado plans to enhance its production capabilities and increase its retail presence across tier-2 and tier-3 cities. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/luxury/rado-steps-up-premium-play-in-india-as-swiss-watch-market-grows-31-pc/134530087

The textiles ministry plans to identify 5,000-10,000 new exporters across districts over the next 2-3 years to boost India’s global textile market share. It is working with states on district-level export roadmaps to turn production centres into export hubs through better infrastructure, market access and support. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/apparel/textiles-ministry-plans-5000-10000-new-exporters-in-2-3-years/134525828

The next wave of café expansion will not simply be about opening more outlets. It will be about understanding India’s evolving consumer, creating relevant experiences and, most importantly, becoming part of the communities that cafés serve. 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/from-metro-cities-to-emerging-markets-what-will-drive-indias-next-wave-of-caf-expansion/134478469

India achieved its highest-ever annual Foreign Direct Investment of USD 94.53 billion in FY 2025-26. Cumulative FDI inflows from FY 2014-15 to FY 2025-26 reached USD 843 billion. The Production Linked Incentive schemes have attracted significant investments and generated millions of jobs. Key sectors benefited include electronics, pharmaceuticals, and IT hardware as outlined by the Commerce and Industry Minister. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/india-records-highest-ever-fdi-of-94-53-billion-in-fy26-inflows-since-2014-reach-843-billion-piyush-goyal/134477658

Myntra has announced the creation of over 26,000 seasonal jobs in preparation for the festive season. This year's hiring represents more than double the seasonal employment opportunities compared to last year. The company aims to enhance operational capacity and support express services during peak demand. Recognizing the importance of inclusion, Myntra reserves roles for women and persons with disabilities. 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/myntra-creates-over-26000-temporary-jobs-ahead-of-festive-season/134473906

RPS Ventures sold 38.6 million shares in Meesho for approximately Rs 899.7 crore through multiple block deals. Major investors such as Norges Bank and Goldman Sachs bought the shares at Rs 233 each. Previously, early investors also offloaded their stakes in Meesho, reflecting changing market dynamics. Brokerage firm UBS updated its price target for Meesho due to improved growth expectations and margin estimates. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/rps-ventures-sells-0-9-stake-in-meesho-for-rs-899-7-crore/134449015

The government has mandated BIS certification for smartphone screen protectors from April 1, 2027, bringing them under compulsory quality standards. The move is aimed at curbing sub-standard products and could support domestic manufacturers such as Optiemus Infracom, which is expanding its screen-protector manufacturing capacity. 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/govt-brings-smartphone-screen-protectors-under-mandatory-registration-rule-effective-apr-1/134424283

Former FSSAI chief Pawan Kumar Agarwal has urged the Supreme Court to consider a phased rollout of front-of-pack food warnings, warning that the proposed nutrient thresholds could place labels on more than 94% of packaged foods and dilute their impact. His foundation suggested interim thresholds followed by stricter limits over three to five years, with mandatory labelling proposed from July 1, 2027. 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/94-per-cent-of-packaged-foods-may-face-warnings-under-nutrient-limits-fssai-ex-chief-pawan-kumar-agarwal-urges-sc-for-phased-food-warning-rollout/134424222

Meta’s Muse, which was introduced earlier this month, is designed to help people carry out such common online tasks as shopping and booking appointments. Amazon prohibits other companies from deploying automated tools to shop its site and started blocking Muse on Sunday night, a spokesperson said. Shoppers using Muse see a series of pop-ups saying its use violates Amazon’s terms of use. 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-blocks-metas-muse-ai-agent-from-its-retail-site/134400234

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