INDIAN CONSUMERS
FPIs return to fin services, buy over Rs 9,000 cr in June
Foreign investors renewed buying in automobiles, information technology (IT), construction materials, oil & gas and consumer durables sectors.
FPIs invest Rs 26,565 crore in Indian equities in Jun
After two months of net outflow, foreign investors turned buyers in June, infusing Rs 26,565 crore in Indian equities, driven by political stability and a sharp rebound in markets.
66% of Indian consumers prefer to pay less in exchange for watching ads: Survey
The survey highlights evolving consumer preferences towards ad-supported streaming services in India, emphasizing the significance of tailored and relevant ad experiences. As consumers gravitate towards personalized ads and mobile streaming platforms, there is a growing need for streaming media companies to adapt their advertising strategies to meet changing consumer demands.
Consumer spending peaks in non-metro Indian cities: Visa
Visa, a global digital payments provider, revealed on Thursday that non-metro cities in India such as Dharamshala, Mullanpur, and Vishakapatnam are emerging as the biggest daily spenders. This insight comes from Visa Consulting and Analytics' consumer spending trends for the 2024 summer cricket season. Notably, there has been an overall increase in online transactions across all segments, with food and grocery delivery apps showing a 23% surge in usage.
Rise in value-seeking customers, key FMCG sectors face tampering of growth: Report
The report highlighted a significant shift in consumer spending patterns with a rise in value-seeking buyers, which is evident across consumer businesses. While the consumer may increase their spending on leisure activities, suggesting a good performance for the aviation and hotel industries in FY2024-25, it added.
Rail passenger gets Rs 1 lakh compensation for stolen luggage during travel on Malwa Express 6 years ago
Jaya Kumari, from New Delhi, faced a prolonged struggle after her bag, containing valuables, was stolen on the Malwa Express in 2016. After eight years, a Delhi court ruled in her favor, ordering the Railways to pay her Rs 1.08 lakh for negligence. This highlights broader concerns about railway security, with data showing rising theft incidents. The ruling sets a precedent for passenger safety and service accountability.
Indian Budget 2024: Jefferies sees affordable housing, capex-related businesses, consumer goods sectors getting the most benefit
Budget 2024 anticipates positive impacts on various sectors, with potential benefits for consumer goods and affordable housing. The budget may include tax cuts, interest subsidy reintroduction, and stable capital gains tax policies, fostering economic growth and fiscal prudence.
India's bubbling water crisis can spark social unrest, exacerbate volatility in economy's growth: Moody's
Reduced water availability has the potential to interrupt both agricultural and industrial activities, leading to increased food prices and income reductions for impacted businesses and workers, particularly farmers. This situation may lead to social unrest, further destabilizing India's economic growth and its resilience to unforeseen challenges, considering that over 40% of the nation's workforce is engaged in agriculture.
Jashvik Capital buys into Futura Surgicare
Jashvik Capital, an India-based private equity firm, has acquired a minority stake in Futura Surgicare, a Bangalore-based medical products, consumables, and devices player, founded by A.D. Setty in 1994. Futura Surgicare is a leading Indian manufacturer of wound closure and surgical consumables and devices, with a manufacturing facility in Bangalore and a wide market presence in India and globally.
Rising vegetable prices strain household budgets across India: Survey
A survey by LocalCircles highlighted significant consumer concerns over rising prices of essential vegetables—onion, potato, and tomato. It found that 16% of households are cutting consumption or feeling financial strain due to these price hikes, with another 31% anticipating impact if prices exceed INR 50 per kg. Currently, 2 in 3 households are paying above-average prices: Rs 25/kg or more for tomatoes, Rs 30/kg or more for potatoes, and Rs 35/kg or more for onions.
Indian corporates are likely to go slow on overseas dollar loans: BofA
Indian corporates are likely to reduce overseas dollar loans due to expensive current rates. There is a 'huge pent-up demand' for investing in local firms' equity. Borrowing costs in the US have increased sharply, leading to a preference for IPOs and follow-ons in India.
Rising gold prices drive Indian consumers towards lab-grown diamonds
The recent rise in gold prices has shifted consumer interest towards lab-grown diamond (LGD) studded jewellery due to its affordability. Major metropolitan areas are witnessing a surge in demand, with growth rates exceeding 15%, particularly in tech-populated cities like Pune. Consumers appreciate the value proposition of LGD jewellery, which offers more gold proportion within the same budget compared to natural diamonds.
Dalal St is likely pricing in a Modi 3.0 but election winners already have a bitter household burden
India's stock market hit an all-time high last week, as investors anticipate a third term for Prime Minister Narendra Modi will boost corporate profits. However, consumer debt poses a significant risk. Slow wage growth, high interest rates, and heavy borrowing have strained spending for over 300 million families. Despite this, investors expect post-election growth in private capital expenditure and infrastructure projects
What are Indian consumers most hassled about?
India's top 1,062 listed companies cumulatively received over 48.4 million consumer complaints in FY23, 14% lower than in FY22, showed data sourced from Prime Database. Disclosing the number of customer complaints forms part of the business responsibility and sustainability reporting (BRSR) framework that is mandatory disclosure for the top 1,000 listed companies from FY23.
Post-pandemic, Indians shopped...till they dropped (in FY24)
Pent-up demand post-Covid led to booming sales in athleisure wear and lifestyle products. Kumar Rajagopalan notes the unsustainable high growth post-pandemic and the impact on consumer spending.
Indian consumer market sees significant drop in average buyer age across cars, smartphones, and TVs
Over the past 5-6 years, the average age of Indian consumers purchasing cars, premium smartphones, and large televisions has decreased significantly, indicating a shift towards younger demographics. Major car manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor, and Mercedes-Benz note a decline in the average buying age from the 40s to the mid-30s, with over 70% of electric car buyers being in their 20s and 30s. Similarly, the average age for purchasing Apple iPhones and large-screen televisions has dropped from the 30s to the late 20s to early 30s.
India inflation likely slipped in April: Reuters poll
India's consumer price inflation is expected to ease to 4.80% in April, driven by persistent food inflation challenges. Economists foresee inflation remaining around 5% or higher in the coming months, with the RBI expected to cut interest rates next quarter.
Share of consumer spend on health, transport, eduction up by record 26.9%
India's private consumption patterns have seen a shift in the last fiscal year, with transport, health, and education contributing to 26.9% of total expenditure. This is the highest level since the new series in FY12. Vehicle purchases reached an 11-year high in FY23, with transport accounting for 17.3% of private consumption. Services have been accounting for a larger share of consumption as the country moves to higher per capita income.
India to emerge as third largest consumer market by 2026: Report
The Indian economy is projected to become the world's third-largest consumer market by 2026. In 2023, India experienced faster consumption growth compared to China, the US, and Germany. However, consumption growth has trailed behind investment growth since the mid-2022 post-pandemic period, according to a UBS Securities report.
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