RAI CEO sees festive retail sales growth crossing 10% on GST cuts

The Retailers Association of India expects festive-season sales to grow over 10%, with GST rate cuts lifting demand across consumer durables, jewellery, garments and footwear. Organised retail is positioned to outpace the broader market through Navratri, Dussehra and Diwali.

— Filed Wed, 17 Sept, 2025, 01:55 IST · Source CNBC-TV18 · Retail · Updated

RAI CEO expects Indian festive retail sales to grow over 10%, driven by GST rate cuts boosting consumer durables, jewellery, garments and footwear. Organised retail positioned to outpace broader market through Navratri, Dussehra and Diwali.

Why this matters

RAI's festive growth call signals confidence that GST cuts will translate into higher consumer spending, with organised retail positioned to gain share across key discretionary categories.

Retail-company theme steady with 4,138 signals over the past 90 days.