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IIP growth slows to 0.4% in October 2025

India's industrial output growth decelerated sharply to 0.4% in October 2025 from 4% in September, as fewer working days due to festivals impacted production. Read the full sectoral breakdown.

Ikea Plans 4-5 New Indian Stores Annually

Swedish furniture giant Ikea announces aggressive India expansion with 4-5 new stores yearly. CEO Patrik Antoni reveals strategies behind growth in competitive home furnishing market.

US Retail Sales Growth Slows to 0.2% in September

US retail sales grew slower than expected in September at 0.2% as consumers faced persistent high prices. Producer prices rose 0.3%, driven by energy and food costs. Read the full analysis.

Tier II & III Cities Drive India's Retail Growth

India's retail landscape is shifting as Tier II and III cities account for 60% of new store openings. Discover how smaller cities are transforming retail growth patterns across the nation.

Manufacturing Key to Services Growth: EAC-PM

EAC-PM Chairman S Mahendra Dev emphasizes the symbiotic link between manufacturing and services for India's growth, countering arguments for a singular focus on services.

Manufacturing vital for services sector growth: EAC-PM

EAC-PM Chairman S Mahendra Dev emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between manufacturing and services, defends manufacturing growth, and discusses formalization and inclusive growth for Viksit Bharat.

Target cuts 2025 profit forecast, shares fall

Target Corporation reduces 2025 earnings forecast amid restructuring and soft demand. Retailer plans $5 billion capital spending boost while shares decline 2% in early trading.

GST cuts fail to boost apparel, footwear festive sales

Despite GST rate reductions, India's apparel and footwear sectors saw disappointing festive sales due to weak consumer spending, erratic weather, and tax transition issues. Learn why the expected consumption boost didn't materialize.

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