Retail

Companies

Biyani's Style Union seeks to raise ₹800 crore as value retail market expands

Style Union, which is operated by Nexon Omniverse, was launched in 2022 by Rakesh Biyani and Ekta Biyani to make everyday fast-fashion for men, women, and children more affordable. It opened its first stores in Hyderabad and Bengaluru and has expanded to over 170 outlets in the past four years.

2 min read16 Aug 2026
Companies

DLF maps ‘luxury ladder’ across malls as it segments retail portfolio by consumer spend

As retail consumption surges, DLF is repositioning its malls to focus on accessible luxury while maintaining high-end offerings. With ambitious expansion plans, including a new mall in Goa, the developer aims to enhance consumer spending experiences and capitalize on a growing affluent market.

4 min read14 Aug 2026
Industry

Big brands go small as micro-markets offer more bang for the buck

As congested cities make destination shopping and dining less attractive, consumer brands rework expansion strategies around elite neighbourhoods.

4 min read13 Aug 2026
Markets

Lalithaa Jewellery Mart IPO: Price band set at ₹190-201 per share; check key dates, issue details

Lalithaa Jewellery Mart has set its IPO price band at ₹190 to ₹201, with subscription from 17 to 19 August. Allocation for anchor investors is on 14 August, and shares are expected to be listed on BSE and NSE on 24 August.

2 min read11 Aug 2026
Companies

Siguler Guff, other investors explore exit from Baazar Kolkata’s parent at ₹5,000 crore valuation

Siguler Guff, O3 Alternatives and NR Group acquired a 51% stake in Baazar Retail in 2018, making the potential transaction significant for the company's ownership structure.

2 min read10 Aug 2026
Economy

Beyond the boom: does current bank credit growth offer real hope?

Driven by broad-based demand, healthy balance sheets, and a pick-up in private capex, 2026’s balanced credit growth has been strong. Does it signal a sustainable, long-term economic recovery?

4 min read10 Aug 2026
Industry

FMCG firms breathe easier on demand, say recovery not K-shaped

The FMCG majors believe that a K-shaped economic recovery is unlikely, as their managements assert that carefully made price adjustments have helped sustain demand amid geopolitical tensions.

5 min read10 Aug 2026
Markets

LIC share sale ends with partial retail subscription

India's $3.3 billion stake sale in LIC saw lower retail demand, with bids covering only 69% of shares reserved for individuals, contrasting with strong institutional interest.

1 min read5 Aug 2026
Money

SEBI warns investors against unauthorised unlisted share platforms. Check these 5 tips

SEBI has repeatedly cautioned investors against using unauthorised platforms for buying or selling unlisted shares. Here are 5 checks to verify platforms, safeguard personal information, understand regulatory risks and make informed investment decisions before investing in unlisted company shares.

2 min read4 Aug 2026
Markets

Retail investors broaden bets in Q1, flock to Vedanta, Wipro and Bajaj Auto

Net buying surged to ₹39,287 crore during the June quarter as individual traders balanced momentum plays with bargain hunting in beaten-down blue chips.

4 min read30 Jul 2026