Customers will feast as Zepto to pour fuel into quick commerce fireZepto’s proposed Rs 9,500 cr ($1 billion) IPO could significantly intensify competition in India’s already crowded quick commerce market. T...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.02 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
Spanish Proverb of the Day: ‘The shrimp that falls asleep gets swept away by…’ The ancient saying your career counselor forgot to tell you, but your grandmother always knewSpanish Proverb of the Day: Centuries before LinkedIn existed, a wise Spanish tongue already had the answer to your procrastination problem...
29 May, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
Shopping malls investment: Up to 20% appreciation in these retail mall rentals in Delhi NCR & Mumbai; what retail commercial property investors should knowRetail rental yields in Delhi NCR and Mumbai's Grade A and A+ malls have seen significant appreciation, with Mumbai recording 15-20% year-o...
29 May, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Delivery platforms deploy cooling cover as orders heat upPeople confined to indoors are increasingly turning to online platforms for purchases spanning daily essentials to cooling products and con...
23 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Nykaa shares rally 4%, hit 52-week high after Q4. Here's what Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley are sayingNykaa share price surged to a 52-week high following strong March quarter results. Net profit jumped 286% to Rs 78 crore, with revenue up 2...
22 May, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Swiggy’s shareholder setback; Walmart’s Flipkart pushHappy Friday! Swiggy’s move to become an Indian-owned company hit a setback after the shareholder vote fell short. This and more in today’s...
22 May, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
Target doubles growth forecast, but cites caution as consumers remain stretchedThe $59-billion retailer has muddled through three straight years of declining revenue as cost-conscious shoppers moved to cheaper options....
20 May, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
Competition between direct selling industry, e-comm platforms intensifying: ReportIndia's direct selling sector is facing tough competition from online platforms. Consumers now expect faster delivery and convenience, simi...
19 May, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Quick commerce turns the corner; Karan Taurani picks Eternal, Trent, and Nykaa as top consumption betsIndia's consumption sector is changing. Companies are now focusing on profits, not just growth. Quick commerce players like Blinkit are lea...
11 May, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
Retail chains like Reliance Retail, DMart go on store expansion spree as demand recoversIndia's top retailers added 2,182 stores in FY26, the highest in three years, driven by rising demand, tax cuts, and growing consumer prefe...
09 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Why India’s beauty shoppers scroll more but still buy offlineIndia's beauty and personal care market is experiencing a digital surge, with online influence tripling since 2021. While 53% of shoppers a...
06 May, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Recode Studios IPO opens today. GMP among key things to know before subscriptionRecode Studios' IPO opens today, aiming to build an omnichannel cosmetics brand amidst market competition. The Rs 44.6 crore SME issue, pri...
05 May, 2026, 07.51 AM IST
MAC cosmetics owner Estee Lauder to cut 3,000 more jobsEstee Lauder Cos. is set to cut up to 3,000 more jobs, increasing its total planned layoffs to 10,000. This move aims to generate an additi...
02 May, 2026, 01.20 AM IST
HUL margins hit by input costs despite volume growthHUL's volume growth exceeded expectations, driven by home care and beauty segments. However, rising input costs pressured margins, leading ...
01 May, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
Walmart breaks its no-frills mold with in-store beauty experts and personalised adviceWalmart is bringing beauty experts to its stores. These trained staff will offer personalized makeup and skincare advice. This move aims to...
30 Apr, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
Walmart’s beauty push gets personal with in-store consultationsWalmart is bringing trained beauty experts to its stores. These specialists will offer personalized makeup and skincare advice. This initia...
30 Apr, 2026, 10.07 AM IST