Non-grocery sections emerging as big business in quick commerce: Flipkart execQuick commerce platforms are expanding beyond groceries to include electronics and beauty products. Flipkart Minutes is focusing on non-gro...
12 Sep, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
Rising cotton & op costs likely to squeeze margins for apparel retailersOrganised apparel retailers anticipate revenue growth slowing to twelve to thirteen percent this fiscal year. Profitability faces pressure ...
11 Sep, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Sweet trouble: Sugar prices surge to 17-month high as govt warns mills against festival hoardingRaw sugar futures have reached their highest level since March 2025. Strong Indian import demand and Brazilian supply disruptions are drivi...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
Apparel retail growth to moderate to 13 pc in FY27 as consumers diversify spending: ReportIndia's clothing retail market is projected to achieve a growth rate of twelve to thirteen percent in the current fiscal year, a slight dec...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
Govt asks sugar mills to ensure adequate supplies during festivals, keep prices 'reasonable'Indian sugar mills are asked to ensure adequate supplies for the upcoming festival season. Domestic mills are seeking to import nearly 800,...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
India’s organised apparel retail revenue to grow 12-13% in FY27, margins may shrink: CrisilProjected revenue growth in the organized apparel retail market is expected to reach between twelve and thirteen percent this fiscal year. ...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
Smartphone companies step up festive hiringBrands and manufacturers have also initiated recruitment significantly earlier this year, moving away from reactive, last-minute hiring tow...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
52% apparel makers expect higher festive sales, CMAI survey findsIndian apparel makers expect higher festive sales this year. Many members anticipate matching last year's sales performance. Rising raw mat...
07 Sep, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
Petrol loses its crown as alternative fuels overtake it in India’s record August auto salesAugust 2026 marked a historic milestone in India's auto retail market, exceeding all previous records. In a significant shift, alternative ...
07 Sep, 2026, 09.18 AM IST
Festive carts to get heavier; Pixxel’s $100 million fresh fuelHappy Monday! Online festive shopping is set to hit a new high this year. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
07 Sep, 2026, 09.16 AM IST
Ecommerce festive sales set to rise almost 30%, quick commerce to gain share: AnalystsOnline festive shopping is expected to reach a new high this year, with ecommerce marketplaces and retailers seeing strong demand across ca...
07 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India's festive season promises strong show as quick commerce reshapes online shopping battleIndia’s festive e-commerce season is expected to deliver healthy spending growth, with premium purchases coexisting with aggressive bargain...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
There’s a lot riding on cos getting rural 2-wheeler mix rightTwo-wheeler companies face complex rural stocking challenges for the upcoming festive season. Rural markets account for over half of indust...
06 Sep, 2026, 06.49 AM IST
Reliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss bags 95+ advertisers in 6-language playReliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss has attracted more than 95 advertisers across six language editions, spanning Hindi, Bangla, Tamil, Telu...
04 Sep, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
Which stocks should you buy ahead of the festive season? Here are Kotak Securities’ top 10 picksIndia’s festive season is expected to drive a strong consumption boost, with analysts identifying sectors and stocks that could benefit. Th...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
India PC market grows 12.1% in Q2 despite price hikes and supply constraints, IDC reportsIndia's PC market saw a 12.1% growth in the June quarter, reaching 3.9 million units. Enterprises and retailers stocked inventory ahead of ...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.51 AM IST
Car sales jump 36% in August, companies gear up for festive boomIn India, passenger vehicle sales achieved impressive double-digit growth last month, spurred by automakers ramping up factory dispatches t...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.36 AM IST