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The article discusses Delhi's Khan Market being ranked as the 22nd most expensive retail street globally in a report by Cushman & Wakefield. The market boasts annual rents of USD 229 per square foot with a 7% year-on-year growth. Additionally, Indian fashion brand Beyoung has entered the Middle Eastern market through a partnership with Noon.com, aiming to cater to the region's fashion needs. [Extracted from the article]

Luxury hotels are upgrading their in-room coffee offerings, from artisan beans to personalized pour-over setups, to enhance the guest experience. Some hotels, like Eriro Alpine Hide in the Austrian Alps, focus on slow travel and calming coffee rituals, while others, like 25hours Hotels in Germany, prioritize eco-friendly practices with Chemex-style glass carafes. Cultural immersion is also a key aspect, as seen in Costa Rica's Hotel Nantipa, which features traditional brewing devices like the chorreador. However, guest preferences vary, with some hotels opting for instant coffee solutions to simplify the morning routine for travelers. [Extracted from the article]

The retail sector in India is experiencing strong growth, with luxury brands entering the market and leasing reaching a five-year high in the first half of 2024. International luxury brands like Maison Margiela and Time Vallée have entered the country, while brands like Breitling and Michael Kors have expanded to new cities. However, there is also news of the liquidation of Future Retail, led by Kishore Biyani, as the maximum period for the corporate insolvency resolution process has expired without an approved resolution plan. The National Company Law Tribunal has appointed Sanjay Gupta as the liquidator in this matter. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on LVMH's warning of potential economic challenges and disappointing financial results, causing concern in the luxury goods sector.

The article discusses the ongoing debate among travelers about whether to choose hard-shell or soft-sided luggage. The popularity of hard-shell luggage has increased due to advancements in material technology and the rise of direct-to-consumer brands. Supporters of each type of luggage cite different advantages, with hard-shell enthusiasts emphasizing durability and aesthetics, while soft-sided aficionados appreciate the flexibility. Luggage companies have data to support both cases, with hard-shell suitcases now accounting for a larger share of American sales. The article also highlights that the choice between hard and soft luggage is often generational, with younger travelers preferring hard-shell bags that differ from the bulky bags their parents used. The article concludes by noting that the debate is not straightforward, as both types of luggage have their own advantages and durability depends on the brand and materials used. [Extracted from the article]

Shoppers Stop, a multi-brand fashion and lifestyle department store, is looking to enter India's luxury retail market by opening large-format stores that will also house The Collective, a premium offering from Aditya Birla Group. The stores, set to open in the 2025 financial year, will feature international luxury labels such as Kenzo, Versace, and Polo Ralph Lauren. Shoppers Stop's CEO, Kavindra Mishra, emphasized that premiumization is not just about selling luxury products, but also about catering to customers who are upgrading their shopping experiences. Meanwhile, smartphone maker Oppo expects to maintain double-digit growth in sales of its Reno series devices in India, with plans to make AI features available in entry-level smartphones. [Extracted from the article]

Helios, a multi-brand premium watch store, has partnered with Swiss luxury watch brand Charriol to expand its international offerings in India. Charriol, known for its distinctive cable motif, will bring its craftsmanship inspired by ancient Celtic artistry to the Indian market. Amazon India has also announced the expansion of its grocery business, Amazon Fresh, to over 130 cities, offering delivery of wet and dry groceries, as well as other products. This expansion comes as competition in the sector increases, with players like Flipkart, JioMart, and BigBasket vying for market share. [Extracted from the article]

The retail sector in India has experienced strong growth in the first half of 2024, with luxury brands showing particular interest in establishing a presence in the country. This has led to a significant increase in retail leasing, reaching a five-year high of 3.1 million square feet across eight cities. International luxury brands like Maison Margiela and Time Vallée have entered the Indian market, driven by evolving lifestyles and increased global aspirations. Other brands, such as Breitling and Michael Kors, have expanded to Chennai and Pune, while Daiso Japan and ILEM Japan have opened stores in Chennai. In contrast, Charles Tyrwhitt and Franck Provost have opened their first stores in Mumbai and Bengaluru. [Extracted from the article]

The article highlights a record high in retail sector leasing in 2023, with a 47 percent increase despite major retailers slowing store expansion, driven by international brands like La Vie en Rose, Rimowa, and Bugatti Fashion, with the sector surging 162 percent, reflecting a trend.

The article highlights Tata Cliq Luxury's expansion into the pre-owned category with the launch of ReLoved Store, focusing on rare pre-owned timepieces from global luxury brands.

The article reports on the efforts of YouTube to attract luxury brands, models and designers to become creators. Topics discussed include remarks from Robert Kyncl, chief business officer of YouTube, responsibilities of Derek Blasberg as head of fashion and beauty partnerships at YouTube, and advice given by Blasberg on how to best use, navigate and create engaging content for YouTube.

The article reports on brands that have signed leases for stores in the Jio World Plaza luxury mall that will open inside the business and cultural hub of Reliance Industries in Mumbai, India, including LVMH, Gucci and Cartier.

The article looks at the capacity of luxury goods consignment company RealReal, founded by its chief executive officer (CEO) Julie Wainwright, to save retail through what Wainwright calls as circular economy. Topics discussed are business model proposed by RealReal as department stores slow down amid the rising popularity of online shops, lawsuit filed by French fashion house Chanel for allegedly selling fakes and misleading consumers, and possibility for customers to buy luxury goods.

The article discusses economic aspects of the fashion industry as of April 29, 2013, with a focus on the luxury-goods industry and how industry leaders are searching for available acquisitions. Topics include investors from emerging markets and private-equity funds, economic growth in the luxury sector, and how fashion firm PPR SA plans to acquire jeweler Pomellato SpA.

Reports that luxury goods maker Waterford Wedgwood is acquiring its British rival Royal Doulton in Ireland in a $77.5 million takeover. Waterford and Royal dominate the Great Britain market for crystal and china; Acquisition requires approval by Waterford shareholders.

Reports on the plan of Robert Polet, chief executive of London, England-based multibrand luxury company Gucci Group NV, for the growth of the company. Repositioning the loss-making brand Yves Saint Laurent fashion division; Plan to build on the success of the leather goods label Bottega Veneta.

Focuses on the resurgence of the luxury market in the U.S. during the 2004 holiday season. How, due to the weaker dollar, tourists from all over the world have descended on the U.S. for holiday shopping; Comments of economics professor Robert H. Frank, author of "Luxury Fever"; The increased sales at luxury stores such as Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus; Popularity of jewelry items; Examples of ways luxury brands have come out with items for shoppers willing to pay hundreds, but not thousands of dollars, to own one of their products; Overview of the rest of the retail industry, which is stagnant or losing ground. INSET: From Head To Toe.

Focuses on the Internet presence of luxury retailers in the U.S. Reasons of luxury retailers for establishing online shopping sites; Impact of the Internet on luxury retailers.

The article points out that the work of India's craftspeople, who have been the stagehands in the production of global luxury fashion, has never been recognized, as of May 2021.

The article reports on how the universal lockdown resulting due to the Covid-19 pandemic has induced the luxury industry to rethink its working patterns such as perfume firm Atelier has shifted their entire focus on producing face masks, sanitizers, and ventilators to fight against pandemic.

The article reports on the role of social media usage and online electronic commerce purchases in increasing the growth of luxury goods market in India.

The article offers information on the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on the luxury industry in the India, along with mentions that how consumers increasing purchasing power accepting their zest to shop luxury items.

The article reports on an increase in net profit of the luxury goods retailer Louis Vuitton India Retail in India in the fiscal year 2019, and also mentions that the firm's revenue increased by 41 per cent from 2017 to 2019 as well.

The article discusses retail store company Macy's renovations of its Macy's Herald Square flagship store in Manhattan, New York City, highlighting the store's increased emphasis on luxury goods. Topics addressed include the modernization of the store's layout, the views of Macy's chief executive Terry J. Lundgren, and the details of managing a store of such large size. An appearance by radio host Ryan Seacrest at the store is described.

The article reports on the purchase of the Italian brand Versace by the U.S. fashion house Michael Kors in 2018. The Italian brand will be renamed into Capri Holdings. Market observers believe that the U.S. company will take advantage of the growing Asian market for luxury fashion. Versace Group vice president Donatella Versace has been criticized for selling Versace to the U.S. brand.

The article offers information on the strategic moves and reorganizations that have been taking place in 2018 at Kering, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton and Richemont, three of the world's biggest luxury groups. Topics covered include the preparation for a new stage of acquisitions and consolidation, the hirings, firings and asset disposal that Kering has done this year, such as the spinoff of sports brand Puma, and strategic purchases made by Richemont to ramp up digital retail.

The article focuses on Reliance Brands Ltd (RBL) that sells affordable luxury and premium brands in India. It is noted that the company that has collaborations with almost 50 brands including Diesel will achieve 3,000 crore rupees in revenue. Other topics include views of Darshan Mehta, president and chief executive of Reliance Brands, its deal with exclusive jewellery maker Tiffany & Co. and its first global acquisition of toy retailer Hamleys.

The article reports on the move of Reliance Brands Ltd., part of Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries, to increase its stake in luxury apparel company Future 101 Design by 2.5 percent.

The article reports on the luxury goods market as the companies optimistic despite consumption slowdown including provide signs of chill in sales this festive season, in line with the slowdown in India's consumption engine.

The article reports on the business planning of luxury brand Shazé, under which it will create world class designs that become the ultimate expressions of urbane life. It states that innovation has been at the core of the brand psyche. Made for the aesthete, the connoisseur, Shazé products have carved a niche in the luxury goods spectrum, says founder Samrat Zaveri.

The article offers information on how Covid-19 pandemic disrupted the economy, along with mentions the challenges, trends and opportunities for the Indian Luxury sector in the post-Covid world.

The article looks at a report which found luxury industry is among the sectors worst hit by Covid-19. It mentions coronavirus pandemic has changed the landscape of the world and introduced us to lockdowns, disrupting supply chains and new rules of consumption across the globe. It also mentions luxury brands such as Burberry have shut down more than one third of their physical stores and challenges for luxury brands be over as lockdowns soften and social distancing norms are relaxed.

The article discusses that luxury goods market in India is betting on ‘revenge spending' to revive business as stores begin reopening after the lockdown imposed due to the Covid-19 pandemic in the India.

The article reports on the sales increase experienced by the luxury sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. Few sectors of the sector yet to enter the e-commerce segment experienced such increase during the pandemic and lockdown in India and worldwide. Such increase is attributed to those distressed consumers who resort to shopping as a therapy and as a way to stay positive.

The article announces the Spring Summer 2020 collection in India introduced by internationally renowned luxury brand, COACH.

The article discusses an announcement by the fashion firm Calvin Klein that it is withdrawing from its luxury fashion line Collection, noting the departure of chief creative officer Raf Simons.

The article reports that British luxury beauty and fragrance brand Molton Brown planning to enter India's hospitality sector in the coming fiscal and get into omni-channel retail by opening 15 stores across the country over a period of five years.

The article focuses on luxury good firm Louis Vuitton (LV) which opened its retail store in China in1992 and mentions that management consultant BCG benchmarks luxury by threshold price of luxury goods. Topics discussed include spending on luxury handbags, shoes and wines, luxury industry in India, and need of business growth of luxury market.