Retail Industry
Come for the ‘baithak', stay for the shopping: Why young fashion brands are turning to experiential retail
From workshops and talks to music gigs and ‘baithaks', fashion brands are taking a culture-first approach to build customer loyalty
4 min read12 Dec 2025India is awash with luxury and lifestyle fakes. Now, brands are fighting back.
A copy of a ₹2-lakh Hermès sandal is listed for ₹599 on one platform while replicas of Tory Burch handbags appear on another. Weak law enforcement not only damages brands but also hurts India's global credibility.
6 min read4 Jul 2025Zudio, Trent's greatest strength, may also be its biggest weakness
Analysts said Zudio, the chain of budget clothing stores that helped drive Trent's stock from ₹2,000 to ₹8,000 in just over a year, will remain the key driver of its future growth — but will also be responsible for any further correction in the stock.
4 min read18 Mar 2025Why tariffs could really pinch retailers this time
While some retailers will pass costs on to consumers, others will take it on the chin.
3 min read9 Dec 2024Investors shy from FMCG stocks but embrace quick commerce platforms: Why?
The share of the quick commerce market in online retail has increased rapidly from about 0.14% in 2018 to 4.8% in 2023 and is expected to reach 17-30% by 2028.
3 min read15 Oct 2024Indian brands are bridging the Gulf, lured by wealthy expats and local residents
Nykaa, Anita Dongre, The Big Chill and Blue Tokai are among brands looking to establish a presence in Dubai and other highly competitive Gulf markets.
5 min read13 Sep 2024Lego Builds Market Share as Ever-Popular Toy Bricks Defy Demand Drop
Lego sales increased last year as the toy-brick maker's Harry Potter and Fortnite play sets boosted its popularity, helping it outperform and take market share from its rivals despite a slump in global demand.
1 min read12 Mar 2024Top picks: Axis Securities prefers Trent and Westlife Foodworld in retail space post Q3 results
Retail companies have reported mixed performance, with premium retailers sustaining their growth momentum. However, value retailers continued to face pressure, noted the brokerage. Trent and Westlife Foodworld are the top picks of Axis Securities in the retail space post Q3FY24 results.
3 min read21 Feb 2024Liquor consumption slows to 4% in 2023 amid higher taxes, finds excise data
Whiskey, brandy, and rum saw modest growth in volume, while vodka and gin experienced stronger growth in the spirits segment.
2 min read15 Feb 2024For Retailers, Business Is Back and Landlords Say No More Rent Discounts
Landlords are having a much easier time filling prime retail space and are far less likely to agree to concessions.
4 min read29 Jan 2024