India’s consumer price inflation (CPI) for December 2025 came in at 1.33% year-on-year, remaining subdued and below market expectations and the Reserve Bank of India’s inflation target for the eleventh consecutive month. This low headline figure was largely driven by continued deflation in food prices. Food Price Deflation Reduces Overall Inflation The key factor behind...
YAYAVAR House of the Dragon luggage marks a major milestone in India’s travel accessories market. The leading trolley bag manufacturer has announced an official partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, bringing the epic world of HBO’s House of the Dragon to life through a premium, fandom-driven luggage collection. The collaboration strengthens YAYAVAR’s position...
Bakingo physical retail expansion has officially begun with the opening of the brand’s first-ever brick-and-mortar outlet at the Indirapuram Habitat Centre in Ghaziabad. Known for its strong digital-first presence, Bakingo’s entry into physical retail signals a major evolution from a cloud-kitchen-only model to a full omnichannel experience. The move allows customers to interact with the...
MW Eat acquisition by Fairfax has been officially announced, with affiliates of Canada-based Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited acquiring the UK-based Indian restaurant group as part of a long-term global growth strategy. MW Eat owns and operates some of the United Kingdom’s most recognised Indian restaurant brands. The acquisition is expected to accelerate MW Eat’s expansion...
Processed food consumption in India is emerging as a growing public health concern, with packaged snacks and beverages becoming more accessible than fruits and vegetables—even in rural areas. This observation was highlighted by S Mahendra Dev, Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EACPM), who emphasised the urgent need to improve the...
Nothing Before Coffee expansion has gathered strong momentum, with the quick-service coffee chain reporting a 52% increase in outlet count and a 70% jump in company-level revenues over the past year. The performance highlights growing consumer acceptance of the brand’s India-centric coffee offerings and disciplined expansion strategy. Strengthening Presence Across Key States As part of...
Malgudi Mumbai expansion continues to gather momentum as the South Indian resto-café has opened new outlets in Borivali West (SV Road), Lower Parel, and Chembur. Co-founded by Padma Shri awardee and music icon Shankar Mahadevan along with Eatopia Holdings, the brand is steadily building a distinctive footprint in Mumbai’s dining scene. The new locations reinforce...
Pernod Ricard India growth strategy is firmly centred on premiumisation and innovation as the company targets double-digit growth in one of its most important global markets. Pernod Ricard India (PRI), the country’s leading alcoBev player with FY25 revenue of ₹27,446 crore, believes India’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals offer a structural growth tailwind. Speaking in Bengaluru, Jean...
Sanook Kitchen India launch has officially taken place with the opening of the international Thai restaurant chain’s first outlet at Reach 3 Roads in Sector 70, Gurugram. Known globally for its affordable, everyday dining format, Sanook Kitchen is making its India debut with a focus on accessibility, authenticity, and value-driven dining. The launch marks a...
Third Wave Coffee 200th cafe has officially opened in Sindhi Society, Chembur, Mumbai, marking a major milestone in the brand’s national growth journey. The launch reflects the café chain’s sustained expansion since its inception in 2016 and further strengthens its presence in one of India’s most competitive urban markets. With this opening, Mumbai becomes home...
