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Hyperlocals, Aggregators: Developing the Ecosystem

Devangshu Dutta — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 17:46:10 +0000

For all the attention paid to the entry and expansion of multinational retailers and nationwide ecommerce growth, retail remains predominantly a local activity. Aggregator models and hyperlocal delivery, in theory, have some significant advantages over existing business models. However, both business models are also typically constrained for margins.

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Talking about a revolution

Devangshu Dutta — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:09:38 +0000

We need to drastically rethink the role of retail in our society if we want India’s urban centres to be healthier, dynamic and sustainable in every possible way.

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FDI in Retail: More heat than light

Devangshu Dutta — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:56:06 +0000

The Indian Cabinet has said “yes” to 51% foreign investment in multi-brand retail, but the debate is not really over – how can it be when it remains still alive and kicking in some of the most consolidated markets in the West?

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Where is the Love? In the Brand.

Devangshu Dutta — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:59:24 +0000

As we move downstream towards final consumption, the economic value captured as a price premium also increases dramatically. An aspect that is often forgotten in discussions about "value-addition".

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The Indian Retail Market

Devangshu Dutta — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 03:48:51 +0000

It would be tempting to read the signs as evidence that the previous retail growth was based on hype, which has run out of steam. It would be tempting, and it would also be too simplistic.

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Are Your Deals Still in the Fridge?

Devangshu Dutta — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 05:38:31 +0000

Retailers and brands have recently acted as if there is no end to multiplier annual growth rates, and consumers have been only to happy to prove them right. Until now.

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Freedom of Ownership

Devangshu Dutta — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:44:52 +0000

With growth and modernisation of the retail sector in developing markets such as India, the existence of independent mom-and-pop retailers is perceived to be threatened. Is there a way for chains and entrepreneurs to co-exist?

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