The Retailers Association of India (RAI) reported a 4 per cent year-on-year growth in India’s retail sector for February 2025, highlighting key trends across regions and categories.
RAI’s 59th Retail Business Survey indicates that retailers are prioritizing margin protection and stock management amid global tariff shifts and economic uncertainties. “Retail performance in India shows a modest 4 per cent year-on-year gain for February 2025. Categories such as food and grocery, QSR, and consumer durables have reported specific upticks,” said RAI CEO Kumar Rajagopalan.
Among regions, North India led with 5 per cent sales growth, followed by West India at 4 per cent, South India at 3 per cent, and East India at 2 per cent.
Category-wise, food and grocery registered the highest growth at 11 per cent, while consumer durables and quick-service restaurants (QSR) both saw a 5 per cent rise compared to February 2024. Other retail categories showed steady but slower growth.
Retailers continue to adapt to evolving market conditions, with strategic stock management and efficiency improvements shaping business operations. Despite ongoing economic challenges, the sector remains on a path of steady adjustment rather than rapid expansion.
