Local traders are evaluating other options rather in FDI.
The Cabinet approval would help more than 200 fashion and apparel brands who are lined up to enter India, including international labels such as Avva, Colin's, Damat, Tudba Deri and Dufy
While brick-and-mortar retailers have been the most vocal in their protests, e-tailers do not seem to be in a hurry.
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Founded in 2006, PremjiInvest's assets under management are worth over $2 billion across India
Feel the pinch of predatory pricing by e-tailers
The company's search for a partner in India seems to be grounded once again
The big boys of India's traditional retail have finally come together to fight the onslaught of their online counterparts.
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From the stock perspective, though, even as all the 10 analysts polled by Bloomberg have a 'buy' recommendation on FRL, their target price of Rs 535 suggest most of the positives are already priced in.
For the past few years, Avigo has been in talks with many strategic players, including private equity investors, to sell its stake in Spykar.
The new-age tech-savvy buyer is seeking new shopping experiences. They need to be engaged. Indian retailers are still playing catch up with these customers.
The two companies have been negotiating to remain separate entities after a merger.
Online biggies and global retail giants are working on being omnipresent in both the virtual and the real world to see what helps them get the numbers, says Karan Choudhury.
Using apps allows AdNear to optimise the number of ad impressions but the push towards stricter privacy norms could pose a challenge.
Renowned realtors are shying away from the private equity (PE) route to raise funds.
Retailer bodies to demand govt action against I-Day sales offers, threaten legal action for breach of FDI rules.
As billions of dollars flow into India's booming online economy, some investors are beginning to fret that soaring valuations could hamper market listings.
Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.
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Consultants say those selling imported consumer durables, apparel, food products, furniture, etc, are the ones hit the hardest.
Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries:
Right marketing and product strategy have helped Falguni Nayar build a beauty retail business.
Foreign retail chains, reluctantly allowed limited entry, have begun to make their initial moves and, like Ikea, intend to spend big money -- sometimes in the billions of dollars.
Malls, retail stores are being hit by online sales and are struggling this festive season.
Global sales made via mobile devices are expected to top $638 billion.
India's latest GDP numbers do not signal robust economic growth in near term.
Search is on for reliable indicators of underlying activity.
The reason for Trent's success is rooted in its slow and steady approach to expansion. Unlike others, Trent, led by Noel Tata, ensured that each store was profitable before it went on to the next, says Raghavendra Kamath.
EduBridge is emerging as a strong player in training unemployed youth.
Mid-caps in cyclical sectors such as cement, financials and capital goods estimated to earn much more
Key events that rocked India Inc in 2014 and one of them is Vishal Sikka taking over reins at Infosys.
If the economy gains momentum, that is a big positive for markets, given the strong macro of low inflation, falling rates, and a stable rupee, says Akash Prakash.
After six years in the business, the scorecard of Bengaluru-based QwikCilver is impressive, with a 90 per cent market share.
Although the markets could see a knee-jerk reaction, they rule out a sharp fall.
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