Meesho to buy Kirana Club for Rs 202 crore, eyes deeper retail playEcommerce giant Meesho is set to acquire Kirana Club for Rs 202 crore in a cash deal, aiming to bolster its reach within India's vast kiran...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
Ecommerce isn't adding much to Retail Inc's cartAn ET analysis of eight major retailers-market leader Reliance Retail, Shoppers Stop, Westside, Arvind Fashions, DMart, Spencer's Retail, P...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
In 1948, a supermarket problem sketched in simple lines inspired a new code: And the barcode quietly transformed modern shoppingWhat began as a mundane challenge in a local grocery store ignited the spark of a revolutionary idea. Inventors Bernard Silver and Norman J...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
Weis Markets rolls out Instacart's AI-powered caper carts to reinvent in-store shoppingWeis Markets has partnered with Instacart to launch AI-powered Caper Carts, bringing smart shopping cart technology to select grocery store...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
Retailers' body flags rise in illicit trade, seeks curbs on e-commerce practicesRetailers in India are facing challenges from e-commerce. The Federation of Retailers Association of India highlights issues like counterfe...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
Every '70s home bar had this; now it's the retro bar decor you'd be thrilled to find at the thrift storeA 1970s vintage ice bucket is a popular thrift store find. These colorful, insulated plastic containers offer a sense of comfort and person...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Gas at $4: Americans cut back on discretionary spends as fuel bills mountAmericans are adjusting their spending as fuel prices climb. Shoppers are altering routines, visiting discount stores for gas, and cutting ...
07 Jun, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
No fancy tech, no big investors: He started with Rs 30,000 and now earns Rs 3 lakh a month making paper bagsAn entrepreneur transformed a ₹30,000 family loan into a thriving paper bag manufacturing business. By sourcing waste paper and consistentl...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Bigbasket elevates Seshu Tirumala as COO as it sharpens quick commerce pushTirumala joined BigBasket in 2014 and was most recently its chief buying and merchandising officer. He has also overseen sourcing, category...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Why Amazon has struggled to crack IndiaAmazon's India strategy is changing: under new leadership, the company is focusing on profitability over rapid growth. This shift comes as ...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
Fed's Warsh inherits economy increasingly squeezed by inflationNew Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces a challenging economy. Rising inflation, fueled by the Iran war's impact on energy and goods, is squeezing ...
04 Jun, 2026, 07.14 AM IST
US Fed says Iran war driving 'moderate-to-strong' inflationUS inflation rose at a moderate to strong pace, driven largely by surging energy costs linked to the Iran war, the Federal Reserve said. Hi...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.44 AM IST
FirstClub raises $55 million from Peak XV, Sofina; valuation doubles to $255 millionQuality-focused grocery delivery startup FirstClub has secured $55 million in a Series B funding round led by Peak XV Partners and Sofina, ...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
After Zudio boom, Trent still has a long runway for growth: Noel TataTrent Chairman Noel Tata sees the retail firm in its early growth phase. He is confident of achieving ambitious revenue targets. The compan...
31 May, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
For a match made in retail heaven, friction on earth can be realQuick commerce is transforming Indian retail. Platforms like Blinkit and Zepto now drive a significant portion of online sales for major FM...
30 May, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
Beyond fast-moving CGs for quick-comThe quick commerce sector for consumer goods in India is on an impressive growth trajectory, but it grapples with daunting challenges. Comp...
29 May, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
Memorial Day 2026: Are Walmart and other grocery stores open today? What to know about holiday hours and scheduleMemorial Day 2026 falls on Monday, May 25. Many shops and supermarkets will be open for your convenience. This day honors fallen service me...
25 May, 2026, 11.52 AM IST