India hosts 70+ retail GCCs as Walmart, 7-Eleven build tech muscle before opening stores

Global retailers are routing India entry through Global Capability Centres first, with 25+ more expected in 2-3 years. Bengaluru-led hubs handle AI, analytics, retail media and supply chain — one reportedly cut content timelines 95% — signalling a back-office-first playbook over store-led launches.

— Filed Thu, 11 Jun, 2026, 10:08 IST · Source ET Brand Equity · Updated

India hosts 70+ retail and CPG Global Capability Centres with 25+ more expected in 2-3 years. Global retailers like Walmart and 7-Eleven build GCCs in India for AI, analytics, retail media, and supply chain before considering store-led market entry.

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