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India Inc eyes a festive boom, but the bottom line holds a twistFestive shopping is currently gaining momentum with significant sales in both online and offline markets. Companies are experiencing increa...
Myntra sees Gen Z drive beauty growth as skincare, smaller cities gain groundGen Z accounts for 60% of Myntra’s beauty shoppers, spending 1.2 times as much on beauty as the average customer, according to the company’...
VC’s remark on deeptech sets off a debate on where India’s capital should go“In a decade we will realize most of the deeptech is a grift,” Maini wrote, adding that quick services and quick commerce companies will do...
LG Electronics, Polycab among picks as premiumisation and infrastructure demand drive growth: Siddhartha KhemkaConsumer durable demand is showing an uneven festive recovery, with premiumisation and weather-led sales supporting select categories. Sidd...
Comfort over style: 52% of young Indians prioritise ease when buying festive footwear, study findsA recent survey reveals that comfort tops the list of priorities for young Indian consumers when selecting festive footwear. Approximately ...
Festive cheer is high, but shoppers are counting every rupeeConsumers are maintaining festive spending but are focusing on value and utility as shopping habits evolve. Clothing remains the top catego...
Beyond Titan and Kalyan: Analysts pick these jewellery stocks as potential market winners. Do you own any?As the festive season approaches, India's gems and jewellery sector braces itself for an influx of consumer demand. Analysts believe that s...
No crackers, easy on the festival lightsFestival consumption in India is facing challenges due to rising input costs and cautious spending patterns. Companies are experiencing pre...
Looksmaxxing blurs line between essential and discretionary for GenZ shoppers: Myntra HeadMyntra is seeing over 30% growth in orders and customers this year as Gen Z accounts for half its customer base. Head of Myntra Sharon Pais...
No dieting, no protein shakes: Keerthy Suresh once revealed how she lost 9 kgs, eating what she wanted: ‘I ate almost six to seven…'In a 2025 interview, the actress discussed her experience of losing 9 kg without using protein supplements or dedicating extended time to g...
US inflation worsened last month to 3.7% in sign that prices remain elevated as midterm elections nearU.S. inflation increased in September as consumers faced higher prices for essentials like gas and clothing. The consumer price index rose ...
More expensive gas, semiconductors likely pushed up inflation in US last monthInflation in the United States is projected to increase to 3.6% in September from the previous month. This rise is attributed to factors su...
India’s hidden gold chest is giving imported bullion a run for its moneySoaring gold prices are prompting Indians to exchange old jewellery for new designs this festive season rather than cut back on purchases. ...
Could the US stock market crash in October? What are the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq showing? Here’s what investors should watch and how to prepareUS Stock Market Crash Warning: October always carries a reputation on Wall Street. Historically known for high-volatility events, it is a m...
JPMorgan posts rare profit miss as dealmaking, bond trading lose momentum(Compares with estimates in headline and paragraph 1, adds analyst comment in paragraph 4, updates shares, details and context throughout)-...
Wallet war: More new things are fighting for every rupee Indians earnIndian Consumer Spending Trends: Indian households are increasingly shifting their consumption patterns, which reflects a richer variety of...
India’s office hubs turn into retail hotspots as developers tap captive shoppersOffice clusters in cities like Gurugram and Mumbai are increasingly becoming retail hubs that serve employees. Retail spaces within office ...
E-commerce firms turn to AI to solve for Bharat during festive salesFrom spotting trends before they become popular and predicting what consumers are likely to buy to personalising recommendations – AI is do...
US trade deficit widens in August amid strong importsThe US trade deficit increased by 13.7% in August, reaching $105.6 billion. This rise reflects strong domestic demand and increased imports...
Festive cheer shifts beyond metros as consumer brands bet big on small-town IndiaConsumer brands are turning to tier-2 and smaller cities for festive-season growth as urban consumption weakens. Titan, Nykaa, Biba, Fabind...