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INFLATION DAMPENS CONSUMER SPENDING, RETAIL SECTOR RECORDS MODEST 5% GROWTH IN DECEMBER

Retailers Association of India (RAI) has released its 57th Retail  Business Survey, reporting a 5% growth in the retail sector from 2 December 2024 to 29  December 2024 compared to the same festive time period last year (4 December 2023 to 31  December 2023). The survey highlights key trends shaping various retail segments across  different […]

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Festival Season Shows Moderate Growth For Retail Sector

Retailers Association of India (RAI) has released the 56th Retail  Business Survey, reporting a 7% growth in the retail sector from 7 October 2024 to 1  December 2024 compared to the same festive period last year (2 October 2023 to 26  November 2023). The survey highlights key trends shaping various retail segments across  different regions […]

Retail Leaders Gather at RAI Kolkata Retail Summit 2024 to Shape Eastern India’s Retail Future
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Retail Leaders Gather at RAI Kolkata Retail Summit 2024 to Shape Eastern India’s Retail Future

The Retailers Association of India (RAI) successfully hosted the Kolkata Retail Summit (KRS) 2024, also known as the Retail Convention of Eastern India, on December 6, 2024, at The Park, Kolkata. This year’s summit brought together retailers, service providers, and industry leaders to foster collaboration, explore growth opportunities, and discuss the future of the retail industry […]

RAI's View on Proposed GST Hike for Premium Apparel, Accessories, and Cosmetics
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RAI’s View on Proposed GST Hike for Premium Apparel, Accessories, and Cosmetics

The Retailers Association of India (RAI) expresses concern over the proposed GST rate increases, as they could have far-reaching consequences on both the formal retail sector and consumer sentiment. Here are our key observations: Risk to Formalisation and Rise of Informal Trade: The GST regime has been pivotal in formalising businesses in India, fostering a structured […]

Retail Leaders Explored Transformative Trends and Technologies at RISE 2024
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Retail Leaders Explored Transformative Trends and Technologies at RISE 2024

The Retailers Association of India (RAI) successfully hosted the much-anticipated Retail India Summit & Expo (RISE 2024) on November 20 in New Delhi. This premier event brought together industry leaders, retail service providers, and innovators to discuss and showcase advancements shaping the future of retail. With a focus on digital technology, Artificial Intelligence, big data, […]

RAI’s 55th Retail Business Survey Reveals 5% Growth in September 2024, Anticipates Strong Festive Season
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RAI’s 55th Retail Business Survey Reveals 5% Growth in September 2024, Anticipates Strong Festive Season

Retailers Association of India just released its 55th Retail  Business Survey, which pegs the retail sector’s growth at 5% in September 2024 over the  corresponding period in the previous year. It explains the trends that rule various retail  segments in different parts of the country. There are hopes that the Indian retail sector  will show […]

Navigating Retail Change: Key Strategic Insights from the RAI Kerala Retail Summit 2024
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Navigating Retail Change: Key Strategic Insights from the RAI Kerala Retail Summit 2024

The Kerala Retail Summit 2024, successfully hosted  by the Retailers Association of India (RAI) in collaboration with the Malabar Chamber of  Commerce on October 9th, 2024, at the Crowne Plaza Kochi, brought together an  esteemed gathering of thought leaders, industry experts, and retail stalwarts. This  prestigious event served as a vital platform for stakeholders across […]

The 18th edition of the Manning Modern Retail (MMR) 2024 HR Conclave, hosted by the Retailers Association of India
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MMR 2024 Unveils Key Insights on Enhancing Workforce Skills Amid Technological Disruption

The 18th edition of the Manning Modern Retail (MMR)  2024 HR Conclave, hosted by the Retailers Association of India (RAI), successfully took  place on September 19, 2024. This highly anticipated gathering brought together an  impressive roster of CEOs, CPOs/CHROs, academic experts, and industry thought leaders  to explore the theme: Evolve, Engage, and Elevate – Shaping […]

RAI Welcomes Telangana Government's Decision To Allow Shops & Establishments To Stay Open For Extended Hours
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RAI Welcomes Telangana Government’s Decision To Allow Shops & Establishments To Stay Open For Extended Hours

The Retailers’ Association of India has welcomed the Telangana Government move to permit all shops and establishments in the State to remain open till 1:00AM as an ease of doing business (EoDB)-enabling measure. This move will create additional jobs, besides providing flexibility and convenience to customers. The Govt of Telangana has confirmed that all establishments, […]

RAI Retail Business Survey Indicates 5% Growth In June 2024 Compared To June 2023
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RAI Retail Business Survey Indicates 5% Growth In June 2024 Compared To June 2023

Mumbai, July 17, 2024: The 52nd edition of the Retail Business Survey by the Retailers Association of India (RAI) indicates that sales in June 2024 showed a growth of 5% as compared to the sales levels in June 2023. Speaking about the findings, Kumar Rajagopalan, CEO, Retailers Association of India (RAI), said, “Retailers saw a […]

RAI Retail Business Survey Indicates 3% Growth In May 2024 Compared To May 2023
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RAI Retail Business Survey Indicates 3% Growth In May 2024 Compared To May 2023

The 51st edition of the Retail Business Survey by the Retailers Association of India (RAI) indicates that sales in May 2024 showed a growth of 3% as compared to the sales levels in May 2023. Speaking about the findings, Kumar Rajagopalan, CEO, Retailers Association of India (RAI), said, “Retailers saw a 3% growth in May […]

Appeal For A Retail Policy
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Appeal For A Retail Policy

The Retail Association of India (RAI) has appealed to state governments to come up with policy on retail may soon show results. Kumar Rajagopalan, ceo of RAI, told reporters that at least nine or ten states have shown interest to work out a retail policy. He said the retail sector contributes around 15 per cent […]

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