In a recent report retailers have shared a 5% growth in January 2025, compared to the similar time period from last year. The numbers have been reported by Retailers Association of India. The survey that has detailed these numbers further revealed that West India has experienced the highest sales growth rate at a 7% rate. While North and South India each recorded a sales of around 5% increase. Beyond these numbers East India showcased a growth of only 4%.

“RAI’s survey shows 5% retail growth in January, led by food & grocery at 13%. QSR and CDIT grew by 6%, indicating a rise in consumer spending in these categories. The Union Budget 2025’s income tax exemption limit of Rs 12 lakh provides relief to retailers after last year’s slowdown,” said RAI CEO Kumar Rajagopalan.

Going by the increase per category, Food & grocery registered the highest growth of 13% followed by Consumer Durables and QSR. All of these have showcased an increase of about 6% compared to that of January last year. RAI CEO further spoke about how –

“Consumer choices, vary widely. Retailers must adapt to these shifts, understand evolving preferences, and build the right operating model to stay competitive,” Rajagopalan said.

As per a recent report the sudden raise in the retail numbers can be attributed to a slew of factors Most primary one would be.

Rise In Consumerism

The Profound increase in consumerism has been one of the prime reasons why the retail sales specially in Foods and grocery have done so well. The Added layer of convenience and comfort that is being delivered to the users through door to door delivery services has further given the sector a demand spurt that has resulted into the new numbers.  Beyond that the increasing purchasing power coupled with the easy credit availability has further increased the disposable income at the helm of the middle class citizen.