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E-Commerce
Brands could lose $20-$30 billion in revenue to returns by 2025: Report
The report finds that Maharashtra has the highest return rate in India, followed by Karnataka, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana, with Kerala having the lowest return rate
Bengaluru:Â Returns are a huge problem in e-commerce. They can go as high as...
Food & Beverage
QSR Chain Ajay’s targets 500 stores by 2025
The company plans to expand beyond Gujarat, into Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan by next year and aims to begin pan-India expansion in 2026
Bengaluru: Gujarat-based quick service restaurant (QSR) chain Ajay’s is aiming for a store count of 500 by...
Food & Beverage
Starbucks opens its first pet-friendly store in India
Located at Raja Park, Jaipur, the new Starbucks store opened to the public on 15 August
Bengaluru:Â US-based coffee chain Starbucks has launched its first pet-friendly store in India, located at Raja Park, Jaipur, according to a company press release on...
Home Decor & Furnishing
H&M Home debuts in Mumbai
The newly launched H&M store spans nearly 40,000 sq. ft. and is located at Phoenix Marketcity Mall in Kurla, MumbaiBengaluru: Hennes & Mauritz (H&M) India, an international fashion and lifestyle retailer has unveiled its H&M Home concept for the...
In Focus
Omnichannel to omniexperince: How retailers are making the shift
In retail, the blend of online and offline shopping demands a seamless, personalised customer experience. Here’s how retailers are adapting to meet these evolving expectations
New Delhi: In today's fast-paced retail environment, customer expectations are at an all-time high. The...
Fashion & Lifestyle
Textiles, apparel exports rise 4.73% in July on improved demand: CITI
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Textiles and apparel exports in July rose to $2,937.56 million, up from $2,805.01 million in the same month last year, primarily due to heightened demand for apparelMumbai: India's textiles and apparel exports in July grew by 4.73 per cent...
Food & Beverage
Le Pain Quotidien re-enters Indian market, targets 100 outlets by 2035
The QSR chain targets a brand valuation of Rs 1,000 crore over the next decade
Bengaluru:Â Belgian bakery and restaurant brand Le Pain Quotidien has re-entered the Indian market, through a master franchise agreement with Bake & Brew Pvt. Ltd., a...
Latest News
Future Consumer narrows down Q1 loss to Rs 15.8 crore
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It had reported a net loss of Rs 24.40 crore in the April-June period a year ago, according to a regulatory filingNew Delhi:Â Future Consumer Ltd (FCL) on Wednesday reported a narrowing of its consolidated loss to Rs 15.79 crore...
Food & Beverage
Chai Sutta Bar opens 2 outlets in Bengaluru
The newly launched CSB outlets are located at Kalyan Nagar and NagarbhaviBengaluru: Quick service restaurant (QSR) chain Chai Sutta Bar (CSB) has expanded its retail presence in South India with the launch of two more stores in Bengaluru, the...
Finance & Funding
Consumer goods start-up Beco raises $10 million in pre-series B funding round
The funding round was led by Tanglin Venture Partners, with participation from Titan Capital Winners Fund, Manish Choksi (promoter of Asian Paints), along with existing investors Rukam Capital and Synergy Capital
Bengaluru:Â Mumbai-based home, kitchen, and personal care brand Beco has...
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Indian consumers prefer ‘offers’ faster online than offline: Report
The research reveals that online buyers are more price sensitive and avail more offers compared to offline buyersBengaluru: As...
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