Grocery & Electronics Sales Slip 5–25% In Sept Quarter
Sales of grocery packs, electronics, and consumer durables fell 5–25% in India’s September quarter, as consumers delayed purchases despite GST cuts designed to boost demand
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Beyond Groceries & Rent: Lower Middle Class’s Aspiration-led Consumption
- by kishan
- July 3, 2025
While groceries and rent remain the biggest shareholders of the wallet, the shift towards discretionary spending is reshaping the narrative
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Salary, Career Growth Top Priorities For 69% Working Women In India
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- March 8, 2024
About 69 per cent of salaried women prioritise salary and career advancement when choosing a job, while 42 per cent of self-employed women value independence and flexible working hours, according to a report published by DBS Bank in collaboration with Crisil. The report is based on a survey of 800 salaried and self-employed women across […]
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Indians Spending Less On Food, More On Discretionary Items: Survey
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- February 26, 2024
The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey reveals a shift in spending patterns among Indians, with a decrease in expenditure on essential staples like rice and wheat and an increase in discretionary items such as processed foods, along with durable goods like televisions and refrigerators. According to the data, average rural consumer spending has surged to Rs […]