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...
It examines the evolution of listed REITs, their expanding portfolios, market capitalisation trends, and the structural shifts shaping investor participation. The report also analyses the maturation of the sector, highlighting how regulatory changes, institutional inflows and expanding asset quality have strengthened REITs as a mainstream investment vehicle. In addition, the report outlines the broader opportunity...
New Delhi: The Indian retail sector concluded November 2025, recording a total of over 350 new stores and outlet openings nationwide. This surge underscores robust consumer demand, aggressive growth strategies by retailers, and a confident push into diverse markets, from luxury malls in metros to street locations in tier-two cities. The month’s activity was concentrated...
New Delhi: As Delhi-NCR prepares for its next phase of retail expansion, a clear shift is underway. The future of shopping growth is no longer anchored only in marquee high streets or mega malls. Instead, neighbourhood-level micro markets—closer to where people live, commute, and socialise—are emerging as the real engines of retail momentum. Retailers are increasingly recognising...
New Delhi: Procter & Gamble Home Products Ltd, which manages iconic home and fabric care brands as Ariel and Tide, reported a 19.1 per cent increase in profit to Rs 683.29 crore in FY25 and its revenue from operations rose 3.4 per cent to Rs 9,054.11 crore, according to a regulatory filing from the company. However, its total...
New Delhi: Delays in regulatory clearances such as BIS quality certifications and FSSAI licences are disrupting business timelines, hitting production schedules, imports and product launches across sectors, according to a survey by consulting firm JR Compliance. More than 40% of companies said their business plans were delayed by several months because certifications did not come on time,...
The acquisition of Twizza, a South African non-alcoholic beverages brand, will help Varun Beverages (VBL) to double market share in the region to about 20% by 2027. Analysts have raised target prices of the stock by around 7% citing consistent performance in the domestic market and long-term international expansion potential. VBL, a franchise bottler of PepsiCo, is expected to...
New Delhi: After a year of consolidation, FMCG companies are recalibrating growth plans for 2026, sharpening focus on dual-speed consumers, premium portfolios and faster-moving channels like quick commerce.The shift is evident in how industry leaders are approaching the new year. Rather than simply banking on policy tailwinds like GST cuts to drive growth, companies are...
With gig workers at quick commerce platforms and food delivery companies planning to go on strike on December 31, makers of packaged snacks, soft drinks, ice-cream, confectionery and other impulse goods including PepsiCo, Parle, Coca-Cola, Nestlé and Britannia are increasing stocks in kirana stores, supermarkets such as D’Mart and Modern Bazaar and modern trade stores. Over the last few years, New Year’s...
Bengaluru: Gravity Bath Pvt. Ltd. has acquired Italian luxury bathware brand DILUSSO, marking its entry into the global premium and luxury bathware segment. Founded in Italy, DILUSSO is known for its contemporary minimalist designs, hand-finished metalwork and precision-engineered fittings. The brand is widely specified by architects and interior designers across Europe, particularly in luxury residences, boutique...
