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Organized vs. unorganized retail in India

26.03.2026

India's retail sector encompasses a wide variety of formats, ranging from large retail chains to traditional stores. These two formats are increasingly influencing one another, giving rise to a new, hybrid retail system that combines technology with local supply chains and customer proximity.

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From Kirana to concept store: Indian retail design in transition

24.03.2026

120 languages, 1.45 billion people, and a retail landscape that spans unorganized structures and state-of-the-art brand concept stores. Retail design expert Surender Gnanaolivu explains why success in the Indian retail sector depends on translating this complexity into scalable, experience-driven store concepts.

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Quick commerce in India: from niche model to mainstream

24.03.2026

Q-commerce accounts for more than two-thirds of all e-grocery orders and about one-tenth of total e-retail sales in India. Providers can scale the service profitably thanks to structural advantages such as high population density and a network of low-cost dark stores.

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Online growth, lifestyle spending, and new markets are driving retail in India

19.03.2026

The Indian market is undergoing structural changes. New consumer groups and digital infrastructure are driving retail growth. At the same time, there are regional differences and high expectations regarding convenience and payment options. This creates an exciting market with great potential for retailers and brands.

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India's retail market 2025: between digital disruption and a regional growth spurt

15.05.2025

By 2024, India had become the world's third largest retail market. Digital innovations and new business models are also contributing to this growth. These include quick commerce, trend-first commerce and hyper-value commerce.

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FMCG, retail and e-commerce in India are growing rapidly

09.01.2025

The Indian consumer goods industry is boosting the overall economy, with online retail and quick commerce driving growth in the retail sector. A report by Deloitte and FICCI gives tips on how retailers can participate in this growth spurt.

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Digital payments in India: a growth factor

25.07.2024

India is experiencing economic growth, not least in the retail sector. Increasing purchasing power goes hand in hand with more payments. The study "How Urban India Pays" analysed the payment preferences of consumers and retailers in cities.

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Apple opens first retail store in India

01.08.2023

On April 18, 2023, Apple opened its first store in India. In addition to the products themselves, the focus here is on the customer experience and service. The architecture and energy supply of the building are also remarkable.