News for 'luxury retail'

Euro: High-tech machines, luxurious beds for Spain players

Euro: High-tech machines, luxurious beds for Spain players

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The machine will replace hyperbaric oxygen chambers which the team have stopped using since Sergio Busquets tested positive for COVID-19 this month.

A night out with fashion

A night out with fashion

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Here's who showed up at Vogue's Fashion Night Out, a luxury retail extravaganza in Mumbai.

Rashmika, Vicky Have Amazing Chemistry

Rashmika, Vicky Have Amazing Chemistry

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The chilled-out Chhaava couple dazzled on the ramp in their traditional best.

'Housing finance Sector Will Only Grow'

'Housing finance Sector Will Only Grow'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

'The demand for housing is always increasing, and so is housing shortage.'

Luxury goods? India not yet ready

Luxury goods? India not yet ready

Rediff.com1 Sep 2006

In India, luxury used car market is in the fast lane

In India, luxury used car market is in the fast lane

Rediff.com1 May 2021

The new car market is estimated at around 30,000 units a year in sales in a good year, whereas the used car market for luxury vehicles is estimated at around 60,000 cars annually.

Is FOMO Investing Making You Lose Money?

Is FOMO Investing Making You Lose Money?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

FOMO-driven investing is reshaping India's stock market. Swati Saxena explains how social media hype fuels risky bets and how to protect your wealth.

American brands dominate India's retail space

American brands dominate India's retail space

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

American brands top the domestic retail space with 30 per cent share, especially in the food & beverages sapce, while the Italian and British labels dominate the luxury segment.

In home and office, India's real estate market is charting a course for growth

In home and office, India's real estate market is charting a course for growth

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

India's real estate market is poised for growth across categories - residential, commercial, and rental. Currently valued at Rs 24 trillion, or about $300 billion, it is projected to surge to $1.3 trillion by 2034, and then grow further to $5.17 trillion by 2047, indicates a report by the Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India (Credai).

Reliance Brands to pick 40% stake in Manish Malhotra's MM Styles

Reliance Brands to pick 40% stake in Manish Malhotra's MM Styles

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

Reliance Brands Ltd (RBL) will pick a 40 per cent minority stake in renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra's MM Styles Pvt Ltd, for an undisclosed sum, the two companies said on Friday. This is the first external investment for the brand, which had so far been privately held by the designer. The strategic partnership is aimed at accelerating the 16-year-old couture house's growth plans in India and across the globe, they said in a joint statement.

Luxury cars hard hit by Supreme Court ban

Luxury cars hard hit by Supreme Court ban

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

The ban does not speak about used luxury cars.

Spencer's scouts for global brands

Spencer's scouts for global brands

Rediff.com17 May 2007

Kolkata-based Spencer's Retail is scouting for international lifestyle brands, and is in talks with several global firms dealing in apparel, footwear, luxury retail and lifestyle products.

Spencer's scouts for global allies

Spencer's scouts for global allies

Rediff.com9 Mar 2007

Spencer's Retail, part of the Rs 11,000 crore (Rs 110 billion) RPG group, is looking for foreign retail partners for foraying into luxury retail as well as strengthening its presence in consumer electronics.

Gucci gets nod for single brand retail in India

Gucci gets nod for single brand retail in India

Rediff.com3 Dec 2009

The government has cleared a proposal by Luxury Goods Retail for foreign equity participation of 51 per cent by Gucci Group NV, Netherlands with an investment of Rs 1.04 crore for retailing Gucci brands in the country.

International luxury brands are in

International luxury brands are in

Rediff.com22 May 2007

Weekly announcements of yet another luxury brand succumbing to the Indian market are hardly news any more.

Have it, flaunt it: India's luxury boom

Have it, flaunt it: India's luxury boom

Rediff.com9 Jan 2007

Self-indulgence is the new motto of the uber rich as more foreign luxury brands announce their presence in India.

The Great Indian Wedding Season

The Great Indian Wedding Season

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

With November 22, 23 and 24 being among the most auspicious dates for marriage this year, hotels across the country are all booked, as are wedding-related ancillary services.

Jacqueline, Shraddha, Arjun: VOTE for these celebs' style

Jacqueline, Shraddha, Arjun: VOTE for these celebs' style

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Give us your take on the fashionable (and not-so-fashionable) choices of these famous faces.

PIX: Arjun-Mehr, Shah Rukh, Salman at Sussanne's store launch

PIX: Arjun-Mehr, Shah Rukh, Salman at Sussanne's store launch

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

The interior designer, who recently split from her husband Hrithik Roshan, played hostess to her friends from the industry.

India key to LVMH expansion plans

India key to LVMH expansion plans

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton known for luxury brands like Fendi, Christian Dior, TAG Heuer and Dom Perignon, has identified India as key to its expansion. The group is in talks with three leading domestic companies for partnerships.

Can spend millions? Come in, please

Can spend millions? Come in, please

Rediff.com26 Dec 2005

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Our politicians need to take a leaf out of Mr Trump's personalised merchandise sale: It keeps his image in the public eye, continuing to engage him differently and innovatively with his supporters, points out Sandeep Goyal.

Auto retail sales down by 88.87% in May

Auto retail sales down by 88.87% in May

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

At the end of May, out of 26,500 outlets about 60 per cent showrooms and 80 per cent workshops were operational across the country.

'Indian customer is the most discerning'

'Indian customer is the most discerning'

Rediff.com11 May 2009

Giorgio Armani SpA, the Italian fashion company which designs fashion accessories, apparel, cosmetics, fragrances, home interiors, eyewear and watches, among other things, opened its store in India in the middle of a slowdown. The company's deputy managing director John Hooks who has considerable experience in luxury retail in Asia was in India some time ago and spoke to Business Standard's Anoothi Vishal on Armani's India plans.

Anti-retail-FDI Mamata cool with foreign brands

Anti-retail-FDI Mamata cool with foreign brands

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Mamata Banerjee, who had pulled out of UPA-II over FDI in retail, among other issues, would dedicate mall to people of Kolkata.

I-T Sleuths Chasing Rs 16.69 Trillion Tax Arrears

I-T Sleuths Chasing Rs 16.69 Trillion Tax Arrears

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

As on April 1, income tax arrears have increased to Rs 43 trillion from Rs 24 trillion on April 1, 2023.

TAG Heuer to retail products online

TAG Heuer to retail products online

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

The move also follows on the back of the worldwide slowdown and the company's plans to go slow on establishing new Tag Heuer exclusive boutiques. The company wants to develop high-end luxury accessories for exclusive retailing though the Internet.

Why BMW is king of India's luxury car market

Why BMW is king of India's luxury car market

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

In an effort to bring a new set of consumers on board, luxury car maker BMW recently launched its least expensive name-plate - the BMW X1.

French luxury fund L Capital front runner to buy Lilliput

French luxury fund L Capital front runner to buy Lilliput

Rediff.com5 Mar 2012

Cash-strapped Lilliput, the country's largest kidswear brand, may soon get a luxury makeover.

India ranks second in retail potential

India ranks second in retail potential

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

India's rank was further amplified by the collapse of the South American and Russian economies.

Now, small towns spend big on luxury goods

Now, small towns spend big on luxury goods

Rediff.com23 Nov 2006

Move over Delhi and Mumbai - Surat, Jaipur and Ludhiana are emerging as big spenders on luxury goods.

Consumer firms see double-digit growth on festive shopping

Consumer firms see double-digit growth on festive shopping

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Consumer durables firms and fashion retailers expect double-digit growth in value terms in the ongoing festival season as consumers have stepped up purchases during this period. They expect to see value sales growth upwards of 15 per cent, which is especially coming in from cities. However, volume growth may lag behind value growth.

Targeting youth an investment for retailers: E&Y

Targeting youth an investment for retailers: E&Y

Rediff.com8 Jun 2007

Identifying Indian youth as engine for growth of retail sector, global professional services firm Ernst & Young said on Friday they offered a huge consuming audience for lifestyle and luxury products.

Reliance Brands in advanced talks to acquire Sephora's India rights

Reliance Brands in advanced talks to acquire Sephora's India rights

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

Reliance Brands is in advance stage of talks to take over the India rights for premium makeup and beauty retail chain Sephora, from Arvind Fashions, according to two persons in the know. The Mukesh Ambani-led retail company is already in talks with developers to lease out stores for Sephora, said one of the above mentioned sources. While Reliance Brands was yet to answer Business Standard's query, an Arvind Fashions spokeperson, in an e-mailed response, said: "As per company policy, we do not comment on market rumours and speculation."

Government considering raising FDI cap in single-brand retail

Government considering raising FDI cap in single-brand retail

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

"We are seriously considering raising the bar further- that means to allow increased FDI," Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma said at a CII event on Indian luxury market.

Real estate stocks strategy: Do not cash out fully, say analysts

Real estate stocks strategy: Do not cash out fully, say analysts

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The recent blip in housing sales on a quarter-on-quarter (Q-o-Q) basis should not worry investors as the long-term prospects of real estate stocks remain on a strong foundation, according to analysts. In the first half of the calendar year 2024 (H1CY24), realty stocks surged up to 104 per cent. This sharp run should be used to book partial profit in related stocks, suggested Deepak Jasani, head of retail research at HDFC Securities.

In a first for the iconic models, JLR to produce Range Rover in India

In a first for the iconic models, JLR to produce Range Rover in India

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Tata Motors owned Jaguar Land Rover will start producing its Range Rover and Range Rover Sport in India, marking a first for the iconic models in their 54-year long history, to be rolled out from a country outside of the UK. Till now the two models were only produced in Jaguar Land Rover's Solihull plant in the UK and then exported to around 121 markets globally, including India.

Good lord those legs!

Good lord those legs!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Deepika Padukone was just one among several celebrities at Vogue's Fashion's Night Out, a luxury retail extravaganza in Mumbai.

UK's Superdry to sell South Asia IP assets to Reliance for 40 million pounds

UK's Superdry to sell South Asia IP assets to Reliance for 40 million pounds

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

UK fashion retailer Superdry on Wednesday said it will sell its intellectual property assets in South Asia to Reliance Retail for 40 million pounds (Rs 402 crore) through a joint venture. Superdry, whose fashion line mostly includes sweatshirts, hoodies and jackets, will own 24 per cent of the joint venture while Reliance Retail, India's largest retailer, will have the remaining 76 per cent. Under the agreement, Superdry's brand IP assets in South Asia will be permanently transferred to the new JV entity.