As part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, the government plans to promote Indian alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages globally. The goal is to reach $1 billion in export revenue over the next few years, driven by the growing international demand for Indian spirits.
Cosy Box, a leading venue in Delhi’s nightlife known for its blend of luxury and comfort, offers stylish interiors and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a preferred spot for an elegant night out. Now, Cosy Box is set to enhance its 360-degree bar experience with an exclusive Bar Takeover by Rabbit Hole, a renowned Bangkok bar. Ranked 31st on Asia’s 50 Best Bars list in 2020, Rabbit Hole is celebrated for its innovative cocktails and creative mixology.
The quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector is facing a slowdown due to weakened consumer demand and a tough macroeconomic climate. A BNP Paribas India report reveals that listed QSR companies have recorded aggregate sales growth of 7-9% in recent quarters, a drop from the 14% CAGR achieved during FY19-24. Dine-in growth has also been limited, as food delivery platforms continue to gain popularity.
The report highlighted that while QSR chains quickly expanded their store count following a robust post-pandemic recovery, revenue growth has not kept pace with this expansion.
Quick commerce is on track to revolutionise the Indian retail market, with forecasts suggesting a gross order value of USD 10 billion by FY26, according to a CLSA report.
Driven by ultra-fast delivery and optimised last-mile operations, this sector is quickly reshaping India’s traditional food and grocery market. Currently, local small vendors dominate this USD 600 billion market, accounting for more than 95 percent of its share.
Shares of foodtech giant Zomato jumped 7.7% on the BSE today, hitting an intraday peak of INR 261.50 after JP Morgan increased its target price for the stock to INR 340 from INR 208.
This is Zomato’s second highest target price, coming after CLSA‘s adjustment to INR 353 per share, while maintaining an “overweight” rating on the stock.
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Tata’s BigBasket plans to merge its BBdaily subscription service with its main app in the next few months to enhance its foothold in the burgeoning quick commerce market.
At present, BigBasket runs two distinct apps: BigBasket for standard grocery deliveries and BBdaily for subscriptions. The main app offers both 2-3 hour delivery slots through BigBasket Supersaver and 10-20 minute delivery options via BBnow.
BigBasket is simplifying its services by merging all offerings into one app, moving away from the previously fragmented approach of separate divisions.
ProV Foods has unveiled the ProV Indulgence series, a premium collection of nut-based snacks that blends sumptuous flavours with the health benefits of nuts. The launch features chocolate-coated almonds, set to elevate the snacking experience.
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Snacking brand 4700BC has partnered with OTT platform Netflix to introduce new popcorn variants, marking the first extensive collaboration of its kind in the Indian market.
“This partnership aims to drive the growth of the popcorn category, the fastest-growing product in India’s western snacks segment, by enhancing at-home entertainment consumption,” 4700BC said in a statement.
Chirag Gupta, founder and CEO of 4700BC, said, “Our collaboration with Netflix enables us to bring this snack into more homes, making it a go-to choice for any content-watching experience.” He added that the partnership “is a natural fit for both brands.”
HyFun Foods has reached a major milestone in its retail expansion by entering all major Indian metropolitan cities, with Kolkata as the latest addition. Achieved just over a year after the brand’s retail launch, this advancement highlights HyFun Foods’ strategic growth. The company now operates in Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Surat, and Kolkata, showcasing its rapid success and dedication to delivering high-quality frozen foods to urban consumers across India.
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