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Budget 2025: Apparel Consumption Gets a Strong Push, But Is It Sustainable?

The rise in disposable income, ranging from approximately Rs 30,000 to over Rs 1,00,000 per year, is expected to significantly boost apparel consumption writes Rahul Mehta.

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Sports & Athleisure Wear Expected To Register 20% Growth In 2025: CMAI’s Rahul Mehta

In an interview with BW Businessworld, Rahul Mehta shared deep insights into the trends observed in the apparel space in 2024 along with other subjects

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Retail Industry Applauds Balanced Budget With Emphasis On Growth & Employment

Government’s Union Budget 2024 garners positive reactions for boosting consumption, supporting MSMEs and empowering workforce The recently announced Budget 2024-25 has received acclaim from leaders in the retail industry for its balanced approach, focusing on both populist measures and progressive policy initiatives. Key stakeholders have highlighted the budget’s potential to stimulate consumption growth, support MSMEs […]

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