Reasonable Retail Stores in India

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The best retail stores in India have gone under a wide expansion and created a niche for themselves. In the past years, the retail industry has shown good growth and achieved a new dimension with the set up of brand outlets, supermarkets, departmental stores, and malls. The food and grocery serves the largest share of market, whereas an organized retailing constitutes footwear with highest percentage followed by clothing.

To achieve success in this industry, an entrepreneur should understand the changing needs and requirements of its customers. And nowadays, a customer in India wants the best quality product at the right price in a great ambiance. There is a list of a few of leading stories in the organized sector:

Pantaloons
This is one of the leading Indian retailer and is a part of the Future Group. It operates over 16 million square feet of retail space and has over 1000 stores in India. The Future Group Company launched its first hypermarket in India- Big Bazaar. It also operates in other segments like: food and grocery, consumer electronics, home solutions, health and beauty care services, e-tailing, entertainment, books, gifts and music.

Shoppers Stop
It is India’s first departmental store- operated and managed by K. Raheja Group. The store has been ranked amongst the top retail brands in India. It has over 61 stores and is the only retailer from India to become a member of the prestigious Intercontinental Group of Departmental Stores (IGDS). The store has a national presence and it offers both national and international brands of fashion, apparel, and lifestyle.

Trent Ltd.
It is one of the subsidiaries of Tata Group. It operates under brand name of Westside, Landmark, Fashion yatra, and Star Bazaar. It serves the footwear, cosmetic, and fashion accessories for both men and women whereas its one of the brands- Landmark- operates in books and music industry. The store operates in more than 30 cities in India.

Titan Industries
Another retail store under Tata Group, it is a joint venture between Tata Group and the Tamil Nadu Industries Development Corporation. It has been leading the Indian Watch Industry since its inception and has established its global presence in the International market too. The industry has achieved a niche in the jewellery business and its brand Tanishq is also one of the top jewellery brands in India.

Reliance Retail Limited
It is a part of Reliance Industries and was incorporated in 2006. It has been rated as one of the best and affordable retail stores in India. It has total of 1500 outlets. It operates in lifestyle, fashion, food items, consumer electronics and home décor products.

Mc Donald’s
This leading global food service provider has worldwide existence in more than 130 countries. It started its operation in India in 1996 and now the company has more than 300 franchise stores across the country.

Summary: In the past years, the retail industry has shown good growth and achieved a new dimension with the set up of brand outlets, supermarkets, departmental stores, and malls. In India, food and grocery retail stores cover most of the shares in the market followed by clothing. There are a few of retail stores that have created a niche for themselves, like: Pantaloons, Shoppers Stop, Titan Industries, etc.