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Akshaya Tritiya 2026 gold and silver trade to cross Rs 20000 crore despite record prices

Akshaya Tritiya 2026 gold and silver trade to cross Rs 20000 crore despite record prices

Akshaya Tritiya 2026 is projected to drive record precious-metal buying in India, with gold and silver trade expected to surpass Rs 20,000 crore even as prices hit new highs and volumes soften. Shoppers are shifting toward lightweight jewellery, silver, and diamond items, while digital gold and bonds gain momentum—signaling value-led, financially cautious consumption.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Luxury car sales grow just 3 percent as affluent buyers tighten wallets amid jitters

Luxury car sales grow just 3 percent as affluent buyers tighten wallets amid jitters

Luxury car sales in India rose only 3% in the March quarter, with roughly 14,000 vehicles priced over Rs 40 lakh finding buyers. The slowdown trails the wider market as affluent customers hold onto cash amid geopolitical and economic uncertainty. Still, BMW stood out with a 17% sales jump, underscoring uneven demand across brands.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Eating out costs more now as Q1 signals restaurant growth flattening ahead

Eating out costs more now as Q1 signals restaurant growth flattening ahead

Dining out is getting noticeably costlier, and the post-pandemic “revenge” rush is losing steam. With Q1 results hinting at demand normalisation, restaurants are facing a fresh squeeze from higher costs and customers trading down. The key question: is this the start of flattening restaurant growth—or a temporary pause before recovery?

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India premium liquor boom outpaces global slowdown as consumers splurge on prestige pours

India premium liquor boom outpaces global slowdown as consumers splurge on prestige pours

Global alcohol markets are shrinking, but India’s premium liquor segment is accelerating. While worldwide volumes and values are declining, India is bucking the trend, pointing to a rising preference for prestige whiskies and premium white spirits rather than cheaper options.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Tata Trent goes big beyond metros Zudio Westside profit jumps as cautious shoppers hold back

Tata Trent goes big beyond metros Zudio Westside profit jumps as cautious shoppers hold back

Tata’s Trent is pushing its Zudio and Westside stores beyond Bengaluru and Mumbai, targeting faster-growing Tier II and III markets. The company posted a 26% jump in Q4 net profit and announced its first-ever bonus issue, signaling confidence. Still, Trent warned that consumer demand remains cautious amid geopolitical uncertainties and rising input costs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Manyavar Parent Vedant Fashions Falters as Wedding Budgets Tighten and Gen Z Changes Taste

Manyavar Parent Vedant Fashions Falters as Wedding Budgets Tighten and Gen Z Changes Taste

Vedant Fashions, once a showstopper after its IPO, is seeing flat revenues as the wedding market cools and demand shifts. With Gen Z increasingly indifferent to traditional sherwanis, the brand’s signature appeal is losing lustre. The struggle highlights how consumer spending priorities are changing even for well-known ethnic wear players.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Can Indias wedding rush revive demand and soften the slowdown for retailers

Can Indias wedding rush revive demand and soften the slowdown for retailers

Retailers believe the big Indian wedding season could inject fresh momentum into consumer spending and ease the pressure from an ongoing slowdown. With purchases across apparel, jewelry, décor, and services, the rush is seen as a short-term demand boost that may lift sales volumes and improve sentiment for businesses counting on steadier footfall.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India retail sales rise 10 percent in March as shopping shifts to essentials

India retail sales rise 10 percent in March as shopping shifts to essentials

India’s retail sales grew 10% year-on-year in March, closing out FY2026 on a steady note. Food, apparel, QSR and jewellery led the gains, while consumer durables weakened as shoppers delayed big-ticket purchases. Retailer margins are under pressure from higher energy, logistics and rent costs, even as buyers shop with more purpose.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Pay later booms as consumers and companies embrace buy now pay later

Pay later booms as consumers and companies embrace buy now pay later

Buy now pay later is surging as both consumers and businesses lean into flexible payments. The trend accelerated last year when pandemic-era online shopping expanded from essentials to nearly everything, normalizing pay later options. With demand rising, payment providers and retailers are increasingly integrating these plans into mainstream commerce.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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