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Retail 2022-01-22

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Future Retail (FRL) asks Amazon to fund for to repay its lenders avoiding FRL default

23 January 2022, Mumbai:

In a letter to Amazon, the Kishore Biya ni-promoted Future Retail (FRL) has asked the US e-commerce giant for Rs 3,500 crore by January 24 in order to repay its lenders and avoid default. FRL, which operates the Big Bazaar chain of hypermarket stores, is required to pay its lenders the sum by January 29, failing which it will be classified as a non-performing asset (NPA).

The company is set to default on the payment, said people in the know of the matter.

The cash-strapped retailer, currently entangled in a bitter legal battle with Amazon over its proposed sale of assets to Reliance for Rs 25,000 crore, had missed the due date that was on or before December 31st,2021.

Credits: TOI 23-01-2022

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Retail 2022-01-22

Future Retail (FRL) asks Amazon to fund for to repay its lenders avoiding FRL default

Retail sector looks to Union Budget, 2022 to drive growth

21 January 2022, Mumbai:

Rising Omicron cases has once again derailed India’s retail sector which now looks forward to the upcoming Budget to drive growth. The sector has demanded several policy measures and incentives to support growth. First demand is the continuation of counter-cyclical fiscal policy for stabilizing business cycles. The policy calls for a reduction in spending together with a hike in taxes in sunny scenarios and an increase in spending coupled with lower taxes in gloomy times.

The sector also demands expedition of the National Retail Policy to harmonize multiple laws that impede its ease of doing business. The government should introduce stable polices and taxes besides focusing on digital facilities. It needs to offer incentives for retailers to ramp up their digital infrastructure to boost supply management and enhance shopping experiences.

Further, retailers demand, government should launch the National Logistics Policy at the earliest to plug the supply chain gaps. It should also hike FDI in multi-brand retail from 51 per cent to 75 per cent. However, GST rates on garments, textiles and footwear need to be reduced to 5 per cent from the current 12 per cent.

Retail 2022-01-21

Retail sector looks to Union Budget, 2022 to drive growth

SCAI encourages mall owners to support its store tenants

17 January 2022, Mumbai:

The Shopping Centres Association of India is sure that mall owners will offer shopkeepers relief as retail limitations to combat the third wave of Covid-19 saw malls shut down to varying degrees across the country.

"This is the third time it's happened, and in the previous two rounds, developers and shopping centres stood behind their tenants and shops," SCAI director Abhishek Bansal told the Press Trust of India.

"They'll stand with their partners in this third wave as well so that everyone gets through this."

Despite SCAI's assurances, many retailers are concerned about the new, rapidly growing retail restrictions, which come just as the wedding season approaches.

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This is a time of year when apparel and jewellery stores hope to make some of their best sales of the year, and the cancellation of weddings and the reduction of business hours will undoubtedly stymie this.

Many mall owners offered discounts and rent waivers to store owners during the initial and second waves of the virus, and some malls also offered discounts and revenue share models during the recovery phases.

However, other malls faced huge debt obligations and were unable to give big reductions in order to avoid defaulting on the loans.

Reduced operation hours affect not only fashion and lifestyle businesses in malls, but also eateries in food courts and multiplex operators. SCAI is convinced that mall owners would support these businesses in the same way they have supported them.

"The third wave of Covid has once again put businesses under stress," said Kumar Rajagopalan, CEO of the Retailers Association of India, according to ET Bureau. "Different sections of the country have different rules for dealing with it."

This means that merchants and malls will communicate to one another and try to come up with new arrangements to help them weather the storm."

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Future Retail Ltd (FRL) not in a position to make of past-due debt

22 January 2022, Mumbai:

Future Retail Ltd (FRL) isn't in a position to make a payment on 35 billion rupees ($471 million) of past-due debt before the grace period expires.

Future Retail Ltd. isn’t in a position to make a payment on 35 billion rupees ($471 million) of past-due debt before the grace period expires and will also miss an upcoming $14 million bond coupon deadline, according to people familiar with the matter.

Its dollar bond fell following the news, suffering its biggest decline in about three weeks on Friday.

Embroiled in a legal dispute with Amazon.com Inc. that has damaged its ability to raise funds, the Mumbai-based retailer is coming up against two key milestones that will test creditors’ faith after its onshore debt was restructured during the pandemic.

Already missed a Dec. 31 deadline to lenders, Future has until the end of this month to come up with the money for the rupee-denominated debt. But it won’t be able to do so, the people said, asking not to be identified because the discussions are private.

The company will also not be able to make a coupon payment due Jan. 22 on its $500 million bond, according to the people.

A spokesman for the company didn’t immediately respond when contacted by Bloomberg by both email and telephone on Thursday.

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Future Retail Ltd (FRL) not in a position to make of past-due debt

ICRA report :Third COVID-19 wave to stave off retailers’ revenues

19 January 2022, Mumbai:

The third wave of COVID-19 in India is likely to stave off an estimated 8 per cent of fashion retailers’ revenues in the current financial fiscal, says credit rating agency ICRA.

Key highlights:

Fashion retailers to achieve 70-72 percent of pre-pandemic revenue.
The retailers are set to be hit by restrictions in place adds the report.
This hit is marked by an excessive stock pileup.
Omicron wave remains the downside risk

In the current fiscal, fashion retailers are expected to achieve 70-72 per cent of their pre-pandemic revenues as against the earlier projection of 78-80 per cent.

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Their sales, however, rebound to those witnessed post the second COVID-19, adds the ICRA report

The agency gives the fashion segment a negative outlook as it expects retailers to return to pre-COVID levels by the second quarter of the next financial year.

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The recent surge in Omicron cases has once again brought with it localised restrictions in the form of night curfews and timing restrictions.

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As a result, retailers are now stuck with excessive stocks and face a greater risk of significant inventory markdowns.

While the third wave will dent profitability in Q4 FY22, the credit profile of large, listed entities is expected to remain adequately supported by strong balance sheets, says Sakshi Suneja, Assistant Vice President, ICRA.

Credits: Business Standard

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Retail 2022-01-19

ICRA report :Third COVID-19 wave to stave off retailers’ revenues

Budget wish list 2022: IKEA appels for rollout of 'National Retail Policy'

15 January 2022, Mumbai:

In its Budget wishlist, IKEA India also called for reduction of GST rates "on products that are basic to life at home” and the lowering of customs duties on good quality furniture and home products.

Swedish furniture and home furnishing retailer IKEA on Friday said it is looking forward to the rollout of India’s national retail policy, bringing offline and online retail into a single policy framework and reducing the compliance burden.

In its Budget wishlist, IKEA India also called for the reduction of GST rates "on products that are basic to life at home” and the lowering of customs duties on good quality furniture and home products.

"The economic impact of the pandemic on the income of people in India must not be underestimated. To stimulate demand, it is important that money is increased in the hands of people and products remain affordable,” IKEA India CFO Preet Dhupar said in a statement.

As a result of the pandemic, she said, "We also see life at home take an increasing significance as hybrid work models will continue to emerge in the future.”

Stating that the retail sector has played an important role in the lives of citizens during the pandemic, she said, "We look forward to the roll-out of the National Retail policy, bring offline and online retail into a single policy framework, reduce the compliance and regulatory burden, give industry status to retail along with financial incentives to large scale projects.”

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Shoppers Stop turns around in Q3FY22

22 January 2022, Mumbai:

Shoppers Stop Limited has reported Consolidated financial results for the period ended December 31, 2021.

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The company has reported total income of Rs. 972.65 crores during the period ended December 31, 2021 as compared to Rs. 709.63 crores during the period ended September 30, 2021.

The company has posted net profit / (loss) of Rs. 77.32 crores for the period ended December 31, 2021 as against net profit / (loss) of Rs. -3.58 crores for the period ended September 30, 2021.

The company has reported EPS of Rs. 7.05 for the period ended December 31, 2021 as compared to Rs. -0.33 for the period ended September 30, 2021.

Financial Results (Q3 FY2022) - YoY Comparison

The company has reported total income of Rs. 972.65 crores during the period ended December 31, 2021 as compared to Rs.746.45 crores during the period ended December 31, 2020.

The company has posted net profit / (loss) of Rs.77.32 crores for the period ended December 31, 2021 as against net profit / (loss) of Rs.-25.11 crores for the period ended December 31, 2020.

The company has reported EPS of Rs.7.05 for the period ended December 31, 2021 as compared to Rs.-2.75 for the period ended December 31, 2020.

Financial Results (9 Months Ended FY2022) - YoY Comparison

The company has reported total income of Rs.1951.78 crores during the 9 Months period ended December 31, 2021 as compared to Rs.1268.50 crores during the 9 Months period ended December 31, 2020.

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The company has posted net profit / (loss) of Rs.-31.15 crores for the 9 Months period ended December 31, 2021 as against net profit / (loss) of Rs.-243.06 crores for the 9 Months period ended December 31, 2020.

The company has reported EPS of Rs.-2.85 for the 9 Months period ended December 31, 2021 as compared to Rs.-27.26 for the 9 Months period ended December 31, 2020.

Shares of Shoppers Stop Limited was last trading in BSE at Rs. 361.45 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 350.35. The total number of shares traded during the day was 13766 in over 1062 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 365.00 and intraday low of 346.25. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 4888853.00.

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Retail 2022-01-21

Fabindia, Ethnic wear brand IPO: Readies to file DRHP with SEBI ongoing week, as per sources

19 January 2022, Mumbai:

Fabindia IPO: The company is likely to file the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) for its IPO worth Rs 4,000 crore with markets regulator SEBI this week, sources have told CNBC-TV18.

Ethnic wear retail store chain Fabindia is likely to file preliminary papers with the markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) this week for its initial public offering (IPO), sources told CNBC-TV18 on Tuesday.

Fabindia IPO aims to raise over Rs 4,000 crore via a combination of fresh issue of equity shares and an offer for sale (OFS). While the fresh issue shall be worth more than Rs 500 crore, OFS of shares will amount to Rs 3,500 crore, the sources said.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

It is likely to file the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) for its IPO
IPO worth Rs 4,000 crore with markets regulator SEBI this week, say sources
It aims to raise over Rs 4,000 crore via a combination of fresh issues of equity shares & an offer for sale (OFS)
It has 311 stores in 118 cities Across Pan-India & 14 overseas stores

According to the people cited above, Fabindia is looking at a valuation of nearly Rs 20,000 crore via its fresh issue.

CNBC-TV18 has written to Fabindia to confirm the development and the company’s response is awaited.

The company will use the proceeds from the IPO for growth, expansion, and the scaling-up of its e-commerce business.

A source had told business daily Livemint in December 2021 that Fabindia receives 10-15 percent of its sales from its e-commerce

business and wishes to grow its online presence. Meanwhile, it also plans to add stores in view of the increased footfall after the COVID-19 pandemic.

As per earlier reports, PremjiInvest, an investor in Fabindia, is expected to sell a part of its stake in the company. The firm is backed by a battery of investors, including Lighthouse Funds (funds managed by Axis Alternative Asset Management), Kotak Securities, Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani and his wife Rohini Nilekani.

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Fabindia has 311 stores across 118 cities in the country and 14 international stores. The company sells garments, home furnishings, furniture, gifts, jewellery, organic food, and personal care products.

Established in 1960 by John Bissell, the company sources its products from villages of India and showcases handloom textiles and furniture to the world. According to the firm’s website, it currently connects more than 55,000 rural producers to the urban markets. The company also runs its own school with nearly 500 students.

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Retail 2022-01-19

Amazon, Flipkart E-COMM announce dates for Republic Day 2022 sales

14 January 2022, Mumbai:

Two of India’s biggest e-commerce giants, Amazon and Flipkart have announced the dates for their upcoming Republic Day 2022 sales.

As per a Techno sports report, sales of both e-commerce giants start on the same date as on January 17. However, both of its “special members” i.e. Prime Members for Amazon and Plus Members of Flipkart will get access to this sale one day early i.e. January 16.

The sales events will offer a number of deals on products from smartphones, accessories to fashion, from electronics and accessories to home appliances.

Holders of SBI credit cards will get a 10 per cent discount on Amazon, ICICI Bank cardholders will get a 10 per cent instant discount on Flipkart.

The sales events will be significant as being held in the New Year and it being Republic Day when people generally look to buy new things. After this the next mega sale would be in the summer, hence, shopaholics will look to these sales to buy new items.

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Retail 2022-01-14

Amazon, Flipkart E-COMM announce dates for Republic Day 2022 sales

Amazon India looks to block sale of Future Group's small-format stores

22 January 2022, Mumbai:

Amazon Offers Financial Help In Letter To Cash-Strapped Retailer.

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Future Group owes 14,000-15,000 crores to lenders as part of the one-time restructuring scheme signed between the retailer and the banks.

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But the group failed to honour the payment of the first tranche of Rs 3000 crores that were due at the end of the year.

Lenders are looking to sell Future Detail's small-format stares-Everyday and Heritage Fresh-to recover the dues.
Credits: TOI dt 21-01-2022

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Retail 2022-01-21

Amazon India looks to block sale of Future Group's small-format stores

Waive GST registration for e-commerce selling, urges, The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT)

18 January 2022, Mumbai:

Saying it runs contrary to Prime Minister’s ‘Digital India’ vision, the Confederation of All India Traders has urged FM Nirmala Sitharaman, to waive the mandatory GST registration for selling products through e-commerce platforms. P C Bhartia, President and Praveen Khandelwal, Secretary General, CAIT said, this provision of the Act bars lakhs of traders across the country rom using e-commerce to sell their products. It has become a huge deterrent and a major roadblock for traders looking to embrace digital commerce across the country, they added.

They urged the centre to exempt GST registration for digital commerce as these small retailers have annual turnover of less than Rs 40 lakh, which is the threshold for GST registration. Instead of GST registration, Aadhar number, bank details or similar other measures may be designated as essential qualification for onboarding on e-commerce portals, the CAIT members added.

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Retail 2022-01-18

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The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), refrained from granting Interim relief to Amazon

14 January 2022, Mumbai:

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Thursday refrained from granting Interim relief to US e-tailer Amazon in its plea challenging a Competition Commission of India (CCI) order that temporarily suspended the approval for its purchase of 49% stake in Future coupons (FCPL), an unlisted Future Group company.

Amazon has hinged its legal battle on the FCPL investment to block Future Group's sale of assets to Reliance Retail for Rs 25,000 crore Amazon had approached NCLAT on January 8 to challenge the CCI order after a division bench of the Delhi high court stayed ongoing arbitration proceedings before a Singapore tribunal.
Source TOI dt 14-01-2022