As India ranks as Rado's top market globally, Adrian Bosshard, the company's Global CEO, in a candid conversation with ETRetail’s Pallavi Goel for the Inaugural Edition of ‘Top Shelf’, reflects on this journey with pride and discusses Rado’s strategy for maintaining its position amid fierce competition.
In a candid conversation with ETRetail’s Pallavi Goel for the Inaugural Edition of ‘Top Shelf’, Harsha V. Agarwal, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emami reflects on the company’s guiding principles, its approach to fostering collaboration across generations, and the legacy it aims to build for the future. Here’s a look inside the values-driven strategy that is propelling Emami forward.
Shraddha Kapoor, Actor and Co-founder, Palmonas, in an exclusive conversation with ETRetail’s Pallavi Goel, for the Inaugural Edition of ‘Top Shelf’, takes us behind the curtain of her dual role as a Bollywood star and a brand visionary. From her hands-on approach to shaping Palmonas’ identity to managing the thrills and challenges of building a business, she shares it all.
The brand is betting big on India as it believes the country has the potential to continue staying as its number 2 growth market across the world in terms of the number of stores it is opening.
Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart are aggressively expanding their workforce, aiming to hire over 4 lakh people by March 2025. This hiring spree is fueled by the rapid growth of dark stores and expansion into new categories, marking a 60 per cent increase in their workforce.
Euronics, a major player in the B2B washroom automation sector, is pushing into the B2C market with retail products like travel bidets and shower heads. Aiming to increase the B2C segment to 10-12% of total revenue, the company is focusing on online channels like Amazon and its website.
In this episode, CEO of Inorbit Malls, Rajneesh Mahajan shares his insights with ETRetail's Anurag Sharma on how malls are transforming to meet the demands of today’s experience-driven, digitally-savvy consumers. With topics ranging from the rise of "retail-tainment" to the role of technology and data in enhancing customer engagement, this conversation will uncover the strategies Inorbit Malls is implementing to foster community, support new-age D2C brands, and bridge the online and offline shopping worlds.
Real estate developer AIPL is investing Rs 1,000 crore to develop a 10.43-acre retail and entertainment center in Gurugram. Called AIPL Joy District, the project will be completed by 2028 and will include retail shops, dining, a multiplex cinema, and entertainment venues. AIPL has secured several major brands as tenants, including House of Rare, UCB, PVR Luxe, and Hop Up.
Orkla India, the parent company of MTR Foods and Eastern Condiments, is seeking partnerships with local spice and masala companies. The company aims to enhance its presence in the Indian market. Orkla India is also considering an initial public offering (IPO) in 2025. The company's international business is experiencing rapid growth.
Across the board, gifting companies recognize the impact of quick commerce on consumers’ habits, particularly for last-minute, spontaneous needs. However, they note that quick commerce platforms struggle to meet the demand for customized or personalized gifting.
When asked about investments, Prem Dewan, CMD of DeVANS candidly said, "Investment is a continuous process for us towards expansion and product improvement. However, going public in another 4-5 years could be an option."
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