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63 ARTICLES
Titan’s race against time to go premium
The watchmaker dominates the mass segment, but its relevance lies in going upmarket.
22 Jun 2026
Shoppers Stop’s beauty segment loses its sheen
The department store chain’s only growth engine is powered by distribution, not stores—raising questions about sustainability and profitability.
24 May 2026
Honasa delivers twice in a row
Back-to-back strong quarters have reset expectations for the beauty and personal care company. Has the Mamaearth parent truly left its troubled past behind?
22 May 2026
Are Trent’s best days behind it?
Slowing growth, weakening store metrics and a puzzling fundraise point to the retailer losing some of its post-Zudio sheen.
27 Apr 2026
Can Temu gain ground in the UAE?
The relatively new online marketplace seems to be doubling on its UAE momentum. We take a look at what is at stake.
25 Jan 2026
Dubai’s red-hot property market may be cooling
The latest quarterly report on the emirate’s real estate market, a new listing in Saudi Arabia and an Airtel arm eyes a UAE IPO.
27 Nov 2025
Al-Futtaim, Cenomi Retail and understanding their landmark deal
The Emirati conglomerate has decided to aid the faltering Saudi firm, in what looks like one of the biggest retail alliances the two economies have seen in a long time.
30 Jul 2025
Majid Al Futtaim appoints Fadel Abdulbaqi Al Ali as chairman
Al Ali joins the conglomerate from the Dubai Financial Services Authority.
24 Jun 2025
Is Swiggy Instamart’s expansion to 100 cities a high-risk bet?
With its rivals present in just about 50 cities each, Swiggy Instamart could be looking at a first-mover advantage—or a dud.
18 Mar 2025
FMCG giants are stepping up their quick-commerce game
Packaged goods companies are working on their strategies and packaging, as well as launching new products, to cater to consumers on apps.
10 Mar 2025
