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4 kg onion bought at Rs 9 per kg weighed 400g less; Reliance Smart Bazaar, Reliance Retail ordered to pay Rs 20,000

A Ropar consumer commission ordered Reliance Smart Bazaar and Reliance Retail to pay Rs 20,000 to a customer after his own video showed two onion packets bought under a Rs 9 per kg offer fell about 400 grams short of the promised 4 kg, with no store staff addressing his…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

A French giant heads back to India after 12 years with bigger bets

Carrefour is back in India, but it is not rebuilding the hypermarket business it abandoned in 2014. This time, the French retailer is betting on smaller stores, local products, private labels and eventually quick commerce—taking on Reliance, DMart, Blinkit and others with profitability, rather than scale alone, at the centre…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

Reliance shares are down 17% despite soaring refining margins. What the market is missing

Despite strong refining and petrochemical margins, Reliance shares have experienced a dip as the market focuses on long-term growth potential. Investors are keenly anticipating signs of recovery in Reliance Retail and progress in New Energy initiatives. A significant concern remains the company's capability to generate free cash flow, with analysts…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

India's D2C boom is entering a new phase: Less big-money chasing, more business building

India's direct-to-consumer sector is maturing, with investors becoming more selective. Funding has shifted towards younger companies and early-stage ventures. Established brands like Lenskart and Licious continue to lead in funding. The stock market and acquisitions by large firms are now key exit routes.

The Economic Times · Aug 26

FDA suspends Blinkit facility's licence over 'cockroach infestation'; Reliance Retail outlet under lens over worms in sweet

Maharashtra FDA suspended a Blink Commerce facility's food license due to cockroach infestations and improper storage. An outlet of Reliance Retail is now under investigation after live larvae were found. These actions followed intensified state-wide enforcement of food safety standards by the FDA. Inspections revealed unhygienic conditions and expired products…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Offline Zinda Hai: Why retailers are betting big on outlets

India's largest retailers are opening thousands of new physical stores across the nation. This expansion targets emerging consumer markets beyond the major metropolitan areas. While e-commerce grows, physical stores remain crucial for reaching new customers. These outlets also serve as hubs for online order fulfillment and customer experiences. Retailers are…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Mukesh Ambani’s long game: How Reliance could turn a 3-year spending spree into Rs 90,000 crore of free cash flow

Reliance Industries could generate nearly Rs 90,000 crore in cumulative free cash flow over FY26-FY28 as its heavy investment cycle eases, brokerages say. Stronger earnings from energy and Jio, coupled with moderating capex, may reduce leverage and mark the beginning of a sustained cash flow and earnings upcycle.

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Reliance launches AJIO Beauty to capture India's booming market

Reliance Retail has launched AJIO Beauty, expanding its beauty business. This move integrates cosmetics and personal care onto its fashion platform. The strategy aims to build an integrated fashion, beauty, and lifestyle ecosystem. AJIO Beauty will offer a wide range of products and brands nationwide. This expansion taps into India's…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Reliance Retail's Tira brings K-beauty brand Dr. Melaxin to India

Reliance Retail's Tira platform has exclusively launched Dr. Melaxin in India. This South Korean dermo-cosmetic brand offers science-backed skincare solutions. Dr. Melaxin targets concerns like pigmentation and skin firmness. The brand's Peel Shot range is now available to Indian consumers. This expansion aligns with growing demand for effective skincare products.

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Reliance Retail maps online business growth with JioMart, dark stores in FY27

Reliance Retail plans rapid online business scaling and dark store expansion. The company will invest in JioMart and omni-channel reach across platforms. Operational metrics will improve with a market-by-market focus on positive unit economics. Reliance Retail aims for 2x Operating EBITDA by FY28 and FY29. This scale will create value…

The Economic Times · Jul 19