Retail Sales
Why India is becoming a key market for mid-luxury Swiss watches
Swiss luxury watchmaker Tag Heuer plans to grow its presence in India, particularly in major cities, due to increasing demand for premium watches. The brand sees India becoming a key market in the MEITA region while remaining focused on mid-luxury offerings.
3 min read4 Apr 2026Americans are ditching queues for digital carts— and it just pushed Black Friday online sales to $8.6 billion
US shoppers spent $8.6 billion online this Black Friday, a notable increase from last year. Despite expected heavy footfall in stores, cautious spending prevailed due to inflation and other factors.
3 min read29 Nov 2025Black Friday sales surge in India as brands use the event to clear inventory
Black Friday sales are gaining popularity in India, bridging the gap between Diwali and winter sales. Retailers offer significant discounts, driven by online platforms and increased consumer awareness
3 min read23 Nov 2025These Chinese cities are the silent engine powering a consumer revival
Among the drivers behind the consumption momentum in smaller cities: strong digital commerce and lower housing costs that free up money for spending.
3 min read15 Nov 2025China’s consumers are surprising economists. Meet the ‘bifurcated shopper.’
These consumers are trading down on daily consumption, while selectively splurging on goods and experiences seen as long-lasting or meaningful.
4 min read21 Sep 2025Consumer companies prepare for festive season amid GST concerns
While footfalls and retail activity have picked up since mid-August, many consumers are holding off purchases in anticipation of lower tax rates.
3 min read27 Aug 2025Premiumization and new categories to drive growth for US Polo Assn in India
The retailer operates over 430 stores across India and is the largest brand in terms of sales and number of stores within Arvind Fashion’s portfolio.
3 min read28 Feb 2025Consumer firms eye govt’s tax largesse with aggressive ad spends to boost sales
Earlier this month, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced relief on taxes for those with an annual income up to ₹12 lakh. The move is set to put additional money in the hands of consumers, potentially boosting consumption.
4 min read12 Feb 2025Uniqlo to pick up pace of expansion in India
Uniqlo India plans to accelerate store expansion, aiming for a faster pace after establishing 15 stores in five years. The retailer reported a 32% income jump in FY2024 and remains confident despite market challenges.
2 min read21 Nov 2024US Inflation Progress Gets Harder in Last Mile Down
US inflation probably moved sideways at best in October, highlighting the uneven path of easing price pressures in the home stretch toward the Federal Reserve’s target.
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