India

L Catterton Asia forms JV with Sanjiv Mehta for Indian market

Mehta will serve as its executive chairman of India, effective 4 April.

L Catterton Asia forms JV with Sanjiv Mehta for Indian market

Mehta will serve as its executive chairman of India, effective 4 April.

J-beauty firms target Indian market as natural ingredients remain popular

The demand for natural and organic products in India led J-beauty manufacturers to introduce new formulations for discerning consumers.

Flipkart invests $54m in Myntra to fuel India's fashion e-commerce boom

Fashion spending in India is projected to increase by 13.4% YoY in 2024.

India's light vehicle sales to hit record 4.9 million as economy grows

SUVs emerged as the driving force behind India's robust vehicle sales.

Indian consumers seek personalised haircare amidst stagnant market

Around 44% have shown interest in products that are customised to specific hair types.

Why Indian foodservice operators strictly comply with enhanced regulatory oversight

The McDonald’s fiasco in Maharashtra pushes for more transparency on fast food brands.

Beauty brand Laura Mercier debuts in India

Omnichannel operator Baccarose will be its primary operator in India.

India tops 2023 Global Retail Development Index

Saudi Arabia, China, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, and Indonesia also made it to the Top 10.

Flipkart launches own UPI handle for digital payments

Flipkart UPI will be available to more than 500 million customers.

Reliance targets bringing British retailer Primark to India 

Primark is currently operating over 400 stores globally.

MINISO opens new IP-specialty flagship store in India

Three areas will be dedicated to brands Sanrio, Disney, and Barbie.

French fashion brand Kiabi announces Asia debut

The brand will first enter the Indian market

L’Oréal partners with Korean beauty company Chowis for advanced hair care service

The partnership involves the use of Chowis’ Dermopico hair analysis technology.

Brands leverage Indian consumers’ individualism for Valentine’s Day marketing

Around 3 in 10 consumers buy food and drinks aligned with their personality.

Plant-based products to lead meat substitutes market in India: GlobalData

Nearly two in five of Indians see plant-based items as vital to their religious practice.