RETAIL/FMCG
Madden NYC Makes India Debut With Women’s Footwear Collection
Madden NYC, the accessible fashion brand from Steve Madden has made its debut in India with a women’s footwear collection. The collection is available online and at select retailers across the country. Inspired by the energy of New York City, the brand offers fashion-forward footwear at accessible prices. Collection targets young consumers The debut range […]
CW Bureau
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Aug 11, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG
Kothari Industrial Set To Invest More In JV After Karur Footwear Expansion
Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd (KICL) is considering a further capital infusion into its associate, Phoenix Kothari Footwear Pvt Ltd, to support the company’s long-term growth and expansion plans across India, particularly in Tamil Nadu. The proposal, discussed at the board meetings of Phoenix Kothari Footwear and its subsidiaries JR One and Evervan Kothari, will be […]
CW Bureau
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Jul 31, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG
Khadim Targets FY27 Reset Post Store Closure, Margin Realignment
Footwear retailer Khadim India is undertaking an operational reset aimed at stabilising sales and restoring profitability by FY27, following three consecutive years of revenue decline amid a subdued demand environment. Management said the company has closed 60–65 underperforming stores as part of a broader rationalisation exercise, bringing its retail footprint to a more sustainable level. […]
Sajan C Kumar
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Feb 20, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG
Bata India Q3 Profit Rises 14% On Premiumisation, Margin Expansion
Bata India, the country’s leading footwear retailer, reported a 14% year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹66 crore for the December quarter of FY26, driven by strong traction in premium products, well-planned execution across channels and improved operating leverage. Revenue from operations for the quarter grew 3% to ₹944 crore, compared with ₹918 crore in […]
CW Bureau
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Feb 9, 2026