This document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector in India. It provides background on India's regulations regarding FDI in retail, which currently allow 100% FDI in cash-and-carry wholesale trading and 51% FDI in single-brand retail, but do not permit FDI in multi-brand retail. The document also examines concerns around partially opening the retail sector to FDI, such as potential job losses in small shops. It discusses definitions of terms like "single brand" and notes ambiguities in the current policy.
The document discusses foreign direct investment in the Indian retail sector. It begins by providing context for why large international retailers like Harrods are not present in India due to regulatory restrictions on foreign investment in multi-brand retail. It then outlines the history of opening up the retail sector to FDI over time, beginning with wholesale and later allowing 51% FDI in single-brand retail. The document defines organized and unorganized retail formats in India. It also examines the government's FDI policy and regulations regarding cash and carry wholesale, single-brand retail, and multi-brand retail.
This document provides an overview of foreign direct investment (FDI) policies related to the retail sector in India. It discusses how FDI in retail is currently only allowed in cash-and-carry wholesale trading and single-brand retail. Multi-brand retail remains prohibited. The document also examines concerns around partially opening the retail sector to FDI, such as potential job losses for small retailers and an underdeveloped domestic retail sector. It notes limitations of the current system like a lack of infrastructure for storage and transportation.
Foreign direct investment in indian retail sectornileshsen
The document discusses foreign direct investment in the Indian retail sector. It provides background on India's regulations regarding FDI in retail, which currently allow 100% FDI in cash-and-carry wholesale trading and 51% FDI in single-brand retail, but prohibit FDI in multi-brand retail. The document then defines organized and unorganized retail in India, outlines the entry options foreign players used prior to the FDI policy changes, and examines the government's policies regarding FDI in single-brand retail in more detail.
Legal & regulatory aspects of FDI policy in IndiaAkeeb Siddiqui
This document discusses the legal and regulatory aspects of foreign players in the Indian retail industry. It begins by defining retail and organized versus unorganized retail. It then outlines India's FDI policy and the entry options for foreign players prior to policy changes, including franchising, cash and carry wholesale trading, and strategic licensing agreements. The document also discusses the FDI policies for single brand and multi-brand retail, including the restrictions and approval processes. It concludes by discussing some major foreign retailers entering the Indian market and the potential impacts of FDI in retail.
This document provides a summary of foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail in India. It discusses India's partial opening of the retail sector to FDI, allowing up to 51% FDI in single-brand retail but prohibiting FDI in multi-brand retail. It outlines the government's concerns about fully opening retail to FDI and the limitations of India's current retail setup in infrastructure and the dominance of intermediaries in the supply chain.
This is to make people realise as to how politicians are ruining india.If they had taken help from www.dhung.com they might not have done things that they are doing and might have taken topics for welfare of indian community much seriously.
This document provides an overview of foreign direct investment (FDI) policies related to the retail sector in India. It defines key terms like organized and unorganized retail, and outlines India's historical restrictions on FDI in multi-brand retail. The document discusses the various entry options foreign players used prior to FDI policy changes, as well as the current policies allowing FDI in single-brand and cash-and-carry wholesale retail. It also examines concerns around partially opening the retail sector to FDI and limitations of India's present retail setup.
FDI in Multi-Brand Retail & its Impact on Indian MarketAdarsh Saxena
This document discusses FDI in multi-brand retail in India and its potential impacts. It provides an overview of organized and unorganized retail sectors in India, key players in global retail, and the current FDI policy framework for retail in India. While some fear foreign retailers may hurt local retailers and farmers, studies show foreign retailers have had limited success in other emerging markets and India's fragmented market and customer diversity make dominance difficult. Allowing FDI could modernize India's retail sector and benefit farmers, consumers, employment and the economy, but the policy faces opposition and a cautious approach is recommended.
The document discusses foreign direct investment in the Indian retail sector. It begins by providing context for why large international retailers like Harrods are not present in India due to regulatory restrictions on foreign investment in multi-brand retail. It then outlines the history of opening up the retail sector to FDI over time, beginning with wholesale and later allowing 51% FDI in single-brand retail. The document defines organized and unorganized retail formats in India. It also examines the government's FDI policy and regulations regarding cash and carry wholesale, single-brand retail, and multi-brand retail.
This document provides an overview of foreign direct investment (FDI) policies related to the retail sector in India. It discusses how FDI in retail is currently only allowed in cash-and-carry wholesale trading and single-brand retail. Multi-brand retail remains prohibited. The document also examines concerns around partially opening the retail sector to FDI, such as potential job losses for small retailers and an underdeveloped domestic retail sector. It notes limitations of the current system like a lack of infrastructure for storage and transportation.
Foreign direct investment in indian retail sectornileshsen
The document discusses foreign direct investment in the Indian retail sector. It provides background on India's regulations regarding FDI in retail, which currently allow 100% FDI in cash-and-carry wholesale trading and 51% FDI in single-brand retail, but prohibit FDI in multi-brand retail. The document then defines organized and unorganized retail in India, outlines the entry options foreign players used prior to the FDI policy changes, and examines the government's policies regarding FDI in single-brand retail in more detail.
Legal & regulatory aspects of FDI policy in IndiaAkeeb Siddiqui
This document discusses the legal and regulatory aspects of foreign players in the Indian retail industry. It begins by defining retail and organized versus unorganized retail. It then outlines India's FDI policy and the entry options for foreign players prior to policy changes, including franchising, cash and carry wholesale trading, and strategic licensing agreements. The document also discusses the FDI policies for single brand and multi-brand retail, including the restrictions and approval processes. It concludes by discussing some major foreign retailers entering the Indian market and the potential impacts of FDI in retail.
This document provides a summary of foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail in India. It discusses India's partial opening of the retail sector to FDI, allowing up to 51% FDI in single-brand retail but prohibiting FDI in multi-brand retail. It outlines the government's concerns about fully opening retail to FDI and the limitations of India's current retail setup in infrastructure and the dominance of intermediaries in the supply chain.
This is to make people realise as to how politicians are ruining india.If they had taken help from www.dhung.com they might not have done things that they are doing and might have taken topics for welfare of indian community much seriously.
This document provides an overview of foreign direct investment (FDI) policies related to the retail sector in India. It defines key terms like organized and unorganized retail, and outlines India's historical restrictions on FDI in multi-brand retail. The document discusses the various entry options foreign players used prior to FDI policy changes, as well as the current policies allowing FDI in single-brand and cash-and-carry wholesale retail. It also examines concerns around partially opening the retail sector to FDI and limitations of India's present retail setup.
FDI in Multi-Brand Retail & its Impact on Indian MarketAdarsh Saxena
This document discusses FDI in multi-brand retail in India and its potential impacts. It provides an overview of organized and unorganized retail sectors in India, key players in global retail, and the current FDI policy framework for retail in India. While some fear foreign retailers may hurt local retailers and farmers, studies show foreign retailers have had limited success in other emerging markets and India's fragmented market and customer diversity make dominance difficult. Allowing FDI could modernize India's retail sector and benefit farmers, consumers, employment and the economy, but the policy faces opposition and a cautious approach is recommended.
This document provides an overview of the retail sector in India and discusses the prospects and perils of allowing foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail. It notes that India's retail sector is highly fragmented, with over 12 million small, family-owned shops. Allowing FDI in retail could strengthen infrastructure, improve supply chains, and create jobs, but it may also negatively impact small retailers and the livelihoods of those employed in the retail sector. There is debate around whether FDI in retail will benefit farmers and consumers or hurt small businesses. The document examines both sides of the issue.
The document provides an overview of FDI in the Indian retail sector and competition issues. It discusses India's history with FDI, the retail sector in India, debates around allowing FDI in retail, the current FDI policy, potential advantages and disadvantages, and global case studies. Experts both support and oppose FDI in retail due to concerns around its impact on small retailers and farmers. The policy aims to balance opportunities and risks by imposing conditions on foreign retailers.
- The document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in India's retail sector, which has grown substantially in recent years.
- In 2011-2012, the Indian government approved FDI in single-brand retail up to 100% ownership and placed reforms for multi-brand retail on hold amid opposition.
- Major foreign retailers had previously entered the Indian market through formats like cash-and-carry wholesale and franchising.
- While organized retail is still small, India's retail market is projected to reach $833 billion by 2013 and $1.3 trillion by 2018, presenting opportunities for foreign investment.
Fdi in indian retail sector analysis of competition in agri food sectoruttamde
The document provides an overview of the Indian retail sector and foreign direct investment (FDI) policy related to retail in India. It discusses the various entry options used by foreign players prior to 2006 when FDI was not allowed in retail. It outlines the key aspects of India's FDI policy, including allowing 100% FDI in cash-and-carry wholesale trading and up to 51% FDI in single-brand retail under government approval. The document also notes the prospective changes announced in 2011 to allow 51% FDI in multi-brand retail and 100% in single-brand retail, subject to 30% procurement from small Indian suppliers.
1) The document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector in India, including the types of retail (single brand, multi-brand), current FDI policies that allow up to 100% in single brand and 51% in multi-brand retail, and the impacts of FDI in retail such as increased competition and quality/variety of products.
2) It also outlines trends in FDI, including growth in specialty retail stores, the continued dominance of unorganized traditional retail, and expansion in smaller cities and towns.
3) FDI provides benefits to India like access to markets and technology, but India must also develop infrastructure and skills to encourage investment and benefit from it.
Retail is a sunrise sector in the Indian business world. In the past few years, Indian has seen a revolution in the retail sector. More and more foreign retailers are now eyeing India as a perfect investment destination for retail ventures. Not only from the investment side , but also from the employment angle as it represents a large employment opportunity for people with diverse skill set
What's the big fuss about FDI in Indian Retail Industry? Single brand and multi brand retailing being opened up in India. What are the pros and cons of FDI..?
FDI in retail is a controversial issue in India. While it could provide benefits like new technologies, jobs, and infrastructure; there are also concerns it could hurt small farmers and retailers. The government allows 100% FDI in single brands and 51% in multi-brand retail, but places restrictions to protect local interests. It will only be allowed in large cities and foreign companies must source 30% of products domestically. Overall FDI could help India's economy grow, but the effects must be monitored and issues addressed.
FDI or Foreign Direct Investment is a self explanatory term well sort of. In a layman’s language it refers to any monetary investment that is made by an entity in business if any kind on foreign shores.I'am sure this presentation will help you to understand FDI better .
Report on Impact of FDI in Retail in IndiaAkshay Seth
This report talks about the impact of FDI in Retail in India along with critically analyzing the versatility of the regulations which have been recently introduced for Multi Brand Retail
FDI in retail has the potential to benefit consumers through more choices, lower prices, and improved quality and supply chain efficiency. However, there are also risks like job losses for small retailers and increased competition. India's retail sector is currently dominated by unorganized and family-run small shops. The document discusses the various formats through which FDI can enter India like franchises, wholesale trading, and manufacturing subsidiaries. It also provides an overview of the growth prospects and impact of organized retail on the Indian economy. While FDI can boost investment and infrastructure, policymakers will need to ensure a level playing field for domestic retailers as well.
The document discusses the deal between Reliance Retail and Future Group wherein Reliance Retail will acquire Future Group's retail, wholesale, logistics and warehousing businesses for Rs. 24,713 crores. This will give Reliance Retail access to Future Group's network of over 1800 stores across India. However, Amazon is opposing this deal as it had previously invested in Future Group. If the Reliance-Future deal fails to materialize, it could impact the livelihoods of over 29,000 Future Group employees and potentially force Future Retail into liquidation. The Delhi High Court is currently hearing arguments from both Future Retail and Amazon in this matter.
The document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail in India. It outlines the organized and unorganized sectors of retail in India. The organized retail sector is nascent, while the unorganized sector employs over 12 million people and accounts for over 10% of India's GDP. Allowing FDI in retail could help address issues like supply chain inefficiencies, but there are concerns it may negatively impact small retailers and farmers. The document analyzes arguments for and against FDI before cautiously concluding that India should allow up to 51% FDI in multi-brand retail.
Summary on the Case of Walmart lobbying in IndiaAdarsh NJ
Walmart spent $25 million in 2012 to lobby the Indian government to change retail regulations and allow foreign direct investment in multi-brand retail. This caused controversy in India as small retailers opposed foreign companies entering the market. An independent panel was formed to investigate Walmart's lobbying activities, which the company claimed were legal. However, lobbying was an unregulated practice in India and had previously been linked to corruption cases. The disclosure of Walmart's lobbying expenditures fueled existing debates around foreign influence and the need for lobbying reforms in India.
Swot analysis for opening of fdi in indian retailingAlexander Decker
This document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Indian retail sector. It provides background on the current regulatory environment for FDI in India, which allows up to 51% investment in single-brand retail but prohibits FDI in multi-brand retail. The document then discusses factors that determine FDI policies in India like technology, labor skills, and infrastructure. It also summarizes the structure of retail in India, which is dominated by unorganized small retailers but is growing to include more organized large retail chains. Finally, it defines key terms like FDI, organized and unorganized retail, and discusses how retail contributes to India's GDP and employment.
11.swot analysis for opening of fdi in indian retailingAlexander Decker
This document provides an overview of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector in India. It discusses the history and current policies around FDI in retail. Key points include:
1. Retail in India is currently divided between organized retail (corporate chains) and unorganized retail (small shops). Organized retail makes up only a small portion of the overall retail market.
2. The government first allowed FDI in cash and carry wholesale in 1997 and single-brand retail in 2006. Multi-brand retail remains restricted.
3. Supporters argue FDI could improve supply chains and infrastructure. Critics worry about potential job losses for small shops.
The document discusses FDI in the Indian retail industry. It begins with definitions of FDI and reasons why countries pursue it. It then discusses the global and Indian retail scenarios, noting countries that allow 100% FDI in multi-brand retail. Major retailers in India like Pantaloon are introduced, and retail formats are defined. The document also discusses views on the impact of allowing FDI in multi-brand retail in India, including potential job creation but also threats to small retailers. Government policies on FDI in retail over time are also summarized.
An acquisition occurs when one company purchases a majority stake in another company to gain control over it. For example, Walmart acquired a 77% stake in Flipkart for $16 billion. There are several types of acquisitions, including friendly acquisitions (agreed upon by both sides), reverse acquisitions (a private company purchases a public one), backflip acquisitions (the acquired company takes over the acquirer), and hostile acquisitions (without the target's approval). Mergers can be horizontal (between competitors), vertical (between suppliers and customers), conglomerate (between unrelated industries), or market extension (between firms in different markets for the same products).
Sensus Uses Liferay to Strengthen Their Global Web Presencerivetlogic
Sensus, a global leader in utility infrastructure systems and resource conservation, sought to strengthen their worldwide presence by enhancing their ability to manage the messaging around their proven products and solutions at a global scale through a single cost effective tool. This presentation will discuss how Sensus was able to achieve this thru a Liferay-based solution utilizing Liferay 6’s latest features, and how the resulting solution helped them gain a competitive edge that will help them grow their business worldwide.
Catheter Research Inc. is a leading medical device manufacturer specializing in catheter design, medical tubing, and OBGYN disposables. It has 145 employees and is ISO 13485 certified. CRI provides contract manufacturing services for medium and large medical device companies as well as produces its own proprietary OBGYN product line under the Thomas Medical brand.
This document provides an overview of the retail sector in India and discusses the prospects and perils of allowing foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail. It notes that India's retail sector is highly fragmented, with over 12 million small, family-owned shops. Allowing FDI in retail could strengthen infrastructure, improve supply chains, and create jobs, but it may also negatively impact small retailers and the livelihoods of those employed in the retail sector. There is debate around whether FDI in retail will benefit farmers and consumers or hurt small businesses. The document examines both sides of the issue.
The document provides an overview of FDI in the Indian retail sector and competition issues. It discusses India's history with FDI, the retail sector in India, debates around allowing FDI in retail, the current FDI policy, potential advantages and disadvantages, and global case studies. Experts both support and oppose FDI in retail due to concerns around its impact on small retailers and farmers. The policy aims to balance opportunities and risks by imposing conditions on foreign retailers.
- The document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in India's retail sector, which has grown substantially in recent years.
- In 2011-2012, the Indian government approved FDI in single-brand retail up to 100% ownership and placed reforms for multi-brand retail on hold amid opposition.
- Major foreign retailers had previously entered the Indian market through formats like cash-and-carry wholesale and franchising.
- While organized retail is still small, India's retail market is projected to reach $833 billion by 2013 and $1.3 trillion by 2018, presenting opportunities for foreign investment.
Fdi in indian retail sector analysis of competition in agri food sectoruttamde
The document provides an overview of the Indian retail sector and foreign direct investment (FDI) policy related to retail in India. It discusses the various entry options used by foreign players prior to 2006 when FDI was not allowed in retail. It outlines the key aspects of India's FDI policy, including allowing 100% FDI in cash-and-carry wholesale trading and up to 51% FDI in single-brand retail under government approval. The document also notes the prospective changes announced in 2011 to allow 51% FDI in multi-brand retail and 100% in single-brand retail, subject to 30% procurement from small Indian suppliers.
1) The document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector in India, including the types of retail (single brand, multi-brand), current FDI policies that allow up to 100% in single brand and 51% in multi-brand retail, and the impacts of FDI in retail such as increased competition and quality/variety of products.
2) It also outlines trends in FDI, including growth in specialty retail stores, the continued dominance of unorganized traditional retail, and expansion in smaller cities and towns.
3) FDI provides benefits to India like access to markets and technology, but India must also develop infrastructure and skills to encourage investment and benefit from it.
Retail is a sunrise sector in the Indian business world. In the past few years, Indian has seen a revolution in the retail sector. More and more foreign retailers are now eyeing India as a perfect investment destination for retail ventures. Not only from the investment side , but also from the employment angle as it represents a large employment opportunity for people with diverse skill set
What's the big fuss about FDI in Indian Retail Industry? Single brand and multi brand retailing being opened up in India. What are the pros and cons of FDI..?
FDI in retail is a controversial issue in India. While it could provide benefits like new technologies, jobs, and infrastructure; there are also concerns it could hurt small farmers and retailers. The government allows 100% FDI in single brands and 51% in multi-brand retail, but places restrictions to protect local interests. It will only be allowed in large cities and foreign companies must source 30% of products domestically. Overall FDI could help India's economy grow, but the effects must be monitored and issues addressed.
FDI or Foreign Direct Investment is a self explanatory term well sort of. In a layman’s language it refers to any monetary investment that is made by an entity in business if any kind on foreign shores.I'am sure this presentation will help you to understand FDI better .
Report on Impact of FDI in Retail in IndiaAkshay Seth
This report talks about the impact of FDI in Retail in India along with critically analyzing the versatility of the regulations which have been recently introduced for Multi Brand Retail
FDI in retail has the potential to benefit consumers through more choices, lower prices, and improved quality and supply chain efficiency. However, there are also risks like job losses for small retailers and increased competition. India's retail sector is currently dominated by unorganized and family-run small shops. The document discusses the various formats through which FDI can enter India like franchises, wholesale trading, and manufacturing subsidiaries. It also provides an overview of the growth prospects and impact of organized retail on the Indian economy. While FDI can boost investment and infrastructure, policymakers will need to ensure a level playing field for domestic retailers as well.
The document discusses the deal between Reliance Retail and Future Group wherein Reliance Retail will acquire Future Group's retail, wholesale, logistics and warehousing businesses for Rs. 24,713 crores. This will give Reliance Retail access to Future Group's network of over 1800 stores across India. However, Amazon is opposing this deal as it had previously invested in Future Group. If the Reliance-Future deal fails to materialize, it could impact the livelihoods of over 29,000 Future Group employees and potentially force Future Retail into liquidation. The Delhi High Court is currently hearing arguments from both Future Retail and Amazon in this matter.
The document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail in India. It outlines the organized and unorganized sectors of retail in India. The organized retail sector is nascent, while the unorganized sector employs over 12 million people and accounts for over 10% of India's GDP. Allowing FDI in retail could help address issues like supply chain inefficiencies, but there are concerns it may negatively impact small retailers and farmers. The document analyzes arguments for and against FDI before cautiously concluding that India should allow up to 51% FDI in multi-brand retail.
Summary on the Case of Walmart lobbying in IndiaAdarsh NJ
Walmart spent $25 million in 2012 to lobby the Indian government to change retail regulations and allow foreign direct investment in multi-brand retail. This caused controversy in India as small retailers opposed foreign companies entering the market. An independent panel was formed to investigate Walmart's lobbying activities, which the company claimed were legal. However, lobbying was an unregulated practice in India and had previously been linked to corruption cases. The disclosure of Walmart's lobbying expenditures fueled existing debates around foreign influence and the need for lobbying reforms in India.
Swot analysis for opening of fdi in indian retailingAlexander Decker
This document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Indian retail sector. It provides background on the current regulatory environment for FDI in India, which allows up to 51% investment in single-brand retail but prohibits FDI in multi-brand retail. The document then discusses factors that determine FDI policies in India like technology, labor skills, and infrastructure. It also summarizes the structure of retail in India, which is dominated by unorganized small retailers but is growing to include more organized large retail chains. Finally, it defines key terms like FDI, organized and unorganized retail, and discusses how retail contributes to India's GDP and employment.
11.swot analysis for opening of fdi in indian retailingAlexander Decker
This document provides an overview of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector in India. It discusses the history and current policies around FDI in retail. Key points include:
1. Retail in India is currently divided between organized retail (corporate chains) and unorganized retail (small shops). Organized retail makes up only a small portion of the overall retail market.
2. The government first allowed FDI in cash and carry wholesale in 1997 and single-brand retail in 2006. Multi-brand retail remains restricted.
3. Supporters argue FDI could improve supply chains and infrastructure. Critics worry about potential job losses for small shops.
The document discusses FDI in the Indian retail industry. It begins with definitions of FDI and reasons why countries pursue it. It then discusses the global and Indian retail scenarios, noting countries that allow 100% FDI in multi-brand retail. Major retailers in India like Pantaloon are introduced, and retail formats are defined. The document also discusses views on the impact of allowing FDI in multi-brand retail in India, including potential job creation but also threats to small retailers. Government policies on FDI in retail over time are also summarized.
An acquisition occurs when one company purchases a majority stake in another company to gain control over it. For example, Walmart acquired a 77% stake in Flipkart for $16 billion. There are several types of acquisitions, including friendly acquisitions (agreed upon by both sides), reverse acquisitions (a private company purchases a public one), backflip acquisitions (the acquired company takes over the acquirer), and hostile acquisitions (without the target's approval). Mergers can be horizontal (between competitors), vertical (between suppliers and customers), conglomerate (between unrelated industries), or market extension (between firms in different markets for the same products).
Sensus Uses Liferay to Strengthen Their Global Web Presencerivetlogic
Sensus, a global leader in utility infrastructure systems and resource conservation, sought to strengthen their worldwide presence by enhancing their ability to manage the messaging around their proven products and solutions at a global scale through a single cost effective tool. This presentation will discuss how Sensus was able to achieve this thru a Liferay-based solution utilizing Liferay 6’s latest features, and how the resulting solution helped them gain a competitive edge that will help them grow their business worldwide.
Catheter Research Inc. is a leading medical device manufacturer specializing in catheter design, medical tubing, and OBGYN disposables. It has 145 employees and is ISO 13485 certified. CRI provides contract manufacturing services for medium and large medical device companies as well as produces its own proprietary OBGYN product line under the Thomas Medical brand.
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This document provides an analysis of the retail industry in India. It discusses the structure and growth of the Indian retail sector, including the distinction between organized and unorganized retail. It also analyzes the government's foreign direct investment policies related to retail, including allowing up to 51% FDI in single-brand retail since 2006 and proposed reforms to allow 51% FDI in multi-brand retail. The document examines issues around FDI in retail and the potential impacts on farmers and the food sector.
The document provides an overview of the retail sector in India. It discusses how the sector has historically been dominated by small, unorganized retailers but is now opening up to foreign investment. Recent policy changes now allow up to 51% FDI in multi-brand retail and 100% in single-brand retail. However, there is still debate around the impact this will have on small retailers and whether it will ultimately benefit consumers through increased competition and supply chain improvements.
This document discusses FDI in retail in India. It provides background on the current regulatory regime for retail FDI, which allows up to 51% FDI for single-brand retail but prohibits FDI in multi-brand retail. The document outlines the need for FDI in retail to benefit farmers, consumers, and infrastructure development. It then examines the current FDI policy for cash and carry wholesale trading, single-brand retail, and the lack of policy for multi-brand retail. The document concludes by forecasting potential positive developments from FDI in multi-brand retail such as increased farmer income, more job creation, higher GDP and lower inflation, improved food security, and easier access to foreign products.
Abstract: Retailing is one of the India’s largest private industries. Liberalization in FDI has caused a massive restructuring in retail industry. The benefit of FDI in retail industry superimposes its cost factors. Opening the retail industry to FDI will bring forth benefits in its terms of advance employment, organized retail stores, availability of quality products at a better and cheaper price. It is to be noted that there is a prevalent widespread opposition, especially by the left parties towards FDI retail in India. May be in 1990s employing safeguard to protect the domestic retailers was the need of the day. Almost more than one and a half decades down the line there is a need for Foreign Direct Investment in retail trade.
This document discusses FDI in multi-brand retail in India. It provides background on organized and unorganized retail sectors in India currently. It then outlines the history of FDI policies in India for single brand and multi-brand retail, including allowing up to 51% FDI in multi-brand retail with certain conditions like minimum investment amounts and sourcing from small local suppliers. The document addresses some of the major controversies around allowing FDI in multi-brand retail in India, such as potential job losses or gains, effects on prices and competition, need for foreign investment, and profits going overseas.
This document discusses FDI in multi-brand retail in India. It provides background on organized and unorganized retail sectors in India. It outlines the government's proposal to allow 51% FDI in multi-brand retail subject to certain conditions like mandatory 30% sourcing from small industries and minimum $100 million investment. It then addresses several controversies around job losses, monopolies, need for foreign retailers, East India Company comparison, and impact on smaller states. It argues that FDI will benefit India through better infrastructure, curbing inflation, preventing labor exploitation and enabling exports. It concludes saying India must be open to change for prosperity.
This document summarizes the key details around FDI in the Indian retail sector. It discusses the current state of organized vs unorganized retail in India. It then outlines the existing FDI policies, routes foreign investors have taken to enter India, and proposed changes to allow 51% FDI in multi-brand retail. It discusses both the opportunities this could provide like more organization and jobs, and the opposition's concerns around impact on small retailers and potential monopolies. It concludes with a SWOT analysis of the current situation and prospects of reform.
The document discusses FDI (foreign direct investment) in India's retail sector. It provides background on FDI and its history in India. It then discusses India's retail sector and the organized vs unorganized components. The document outlines India's past and current FDI policies, particularly regarding single brand and multi-brand retail. It discusses the views of various individuals and groups who support or oppose allowing FDI in multi-brand retail in India.
This document discusses FDI in the Indian retail sector. It provides background on the phased opening of the retail sector to FDI over time, from wholesale to single brand retail to multi-brand retail. It analyzes the impact of FDI on the retail sector, including benefits like new opportunities, technological improvements, and support for farmers, as well as risks like potential job losses for small retailers. Overall, it argues that if managed properly, FDI could benefit the retail sector and Indian economy through modernization and upgrading, while existing retailers need to adapt to competition through cooperation and innovation.
FDI in Multi-brand Retail (Issues and Challenges)Abee Sharma
In the year 2012 India faced severe balance of payment and trade deficit. This forced to bring about changes in Foreign Direct Investment [FDI] policy. India is the top most attractive economy for FDI among the rest of economies in world. The government has allowed FDI in to retail outlets owned by their domestic partners in a limited way for on?selling to retail customers. This provides a window to them for benefiting from the retail boom in the country. The present study aims to understand and analyze the challenges and opportunities faced by FDI Inflow and the future outlook towards FDI in multi brand retail Sector. It extrapolates that inward FDI can intensify competition and accelerate the process of innovation in the local Retail Sector. This paper tries to establish the need of the community to invite FDI in multi brand retailing. The final decision in this respect is yet to be taken by the government of India.
This document is a project report submitted by Nishant Singh to Sikkim Manipal University in partial fulfillment of an MBA degree. The report analyzes the role of foreign direct investment in the Indian retail sector. It begins with an abstract that summarizes the objectives of analyzing the impact of India's FDI policy in retail using a SWOT analysis. It then provides background on FDI and the retail sector in India. The literature review discusses previous research on determinants of FDI policies in India and factors influencing consumer retail store choice. The report will analyze India's legal framework for retail FDI, conduct a SWOT analysis, and provide conclusions and recommendations.
This document discusses India's foreign direct investment (FDI) policy regarding the retail sector. It defines FDI and outlines the current FDI rules, which allow up to 100% in cash and carry wholesale and 51% in single brand retail. Multi-brand retail remains restricted. The limitations of the current system are discussed, including lack of infrastructure investment, dominance of intermediaries, and inability of small businesses to reach global markets. The conclusion discusses potential impacts of allowing multi-brand FDI.
Retail industry in India is undoubtingly one of the fastest growing retail industry in the world. It is the largest among all industries accounting to 10 per cent of the country GDP and employs around 8 per cent of the workforce.
This document discusses FDI in India's retail sector. It provides an overview of India's retail industry, which is largely unorganized. It then discusses the benefits of FDI, the types of FDI (single brand and multi-brand retail), and the impacts on various stakeholders like farmers, consumers, small businesses and the government. It outlines the debate around the issues like job losses and impact on small retailers. Finally, it discusses the current scenario of FDI in retail in India and provides an overall conclusion that FDI in retail can prove beneficial if implemented properly.
This document discusses foreign direct investment (FDI) in the retail sector in India. It begins by defining FDI and describing the different types of retail markets and formats in India. The current FDI policy for retail is outlined, allowing up to 100% in single-brand retail and 51% in multi-brand retail. The advantages and disadvantages of FDI in retail for India are discussed. Recent FDI trends show growth in specialty retail stores, the continued dominance of unorganized retail, and expansion of retail into small cities and towns.
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This document provides an overview of foreign direct investment (FDI) and foreign institutional investment (FII) in India. It defines FDI and FII, describes the types of FDI and how FII works. The document outlines the benefits of FDI for India such as job creation and technology transfer, as well as challenges. Recent FDI news in India includes large investments from Walmart, Bharti Airtel, and VMware. The Indian government continues to liberalize FDI policies in many sectors like insurance, e-commerce, and banking.
The document discusses FDI in India, specifically in retail. It provides background on FDI and explains that the cabinet approved 51% FDI in multi-brand retail and 100% FDI in single-brand retail. While farmers may benefit, small traders argue they cannot withstand competition. The document also discusses debates around the potential positives, like improved supply chains, and negatives, like displacement of small shops. It provides an example of single-brand retail rules for Ikea and conditions around local sourcing norms.
FDI in retail can benefit Indian farmers in several ways:
1) It allows companies to form contracts with farmers to buy crops at guaranteed prices, ensuring income stability.
2) Retailers can provide infrastructure, technology, and training to help farmers improve yields and access markets.
3) By establishing supply chains and storage facilities, FDI reduces food waste and helps ensure national food security.
However, FDI in retail may only help farmers if policies are in place to ensure the benefits truly reach them.
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1. Foreign Direct Investment in Indian Retail
Sector – An Analysis
BY:-Pulkit Agarwal
Esha Tyagi
Introduction
Just back from first frenzied shopping experience in the UK, a four year old
ever-inquisitive daughter asked to her father, ―Why do we not have a Harrods in
Delhi? Shopping there is so much fun!‖ Simple question for a four-year-old, but
not so simple for her father to explain.
As per the current regulatory regime, retail trading (except under single-brand
product retailing — FDI up to 51 per cent, under the Government route) is
prohibited in India. Simply put, for a company to be able to get foreign funding,
products sold by it to the general public should only be of a ‗single-brand‘; this
condition being in addition to a few other conditions to be adhered to. That
explains why we do not have a Harrods in Delhi.
India being a signatory to World Trade Organisation‘s General Agreement on
Trade in Services, which include wholesale and retailing services, had to open
up the retail trade sector to foreign investment. There were initial reservations
towards opening up of retail sector arising from fear of job losses, procurement
from international market, competition and loss of entrepreneurial
opportunities. However, the government in a series of moves has opened up the
retail sector slowly to Foreign Direct Investment (―FDI‖). In 1997, FDI in cash
and carry (wholesale) with 100 percent ownership was allowed under the
Government approval route. It was brought under the automatic route in 2006.
51 percent investment in a single brand retail outlet was also permitted in 2006.
FDI in Multi-Brand retailing is prohibited in India.
2. Definition of Retail
In 2004, The High Court of Delhi[1] defined the term ‗retail‘ as a sale for final
consumption in contrast to a sale for further sale or processing (i.e.
wholesale).A sale to the ultimate consumer.
Thus, retailing can be said to be the interface between the producer and the
individual consumer buying for personal consumption. This excludes direct
interface between the manufacturer and institutional buyers such as the
government and other bulk customersRetailing is the last link that connects the
individual consumer with the manufacturing and distribution chain. A retailer is
involved in the act of selling goods to the individual consumer at a margin of
profit.
Division of Retail Industry – Organised and Unorganised Retailing
The retail industry is mainly divided into:- 1) Organised and 2) Unorganised
Retailing
Organised retailing refers to trading activities undertaken by licensed retailers,
that is, those who are registered for sales tax, income tax, etc. These include
the corporate-backed hypermarkets and retail chains, and also the privately
owned large retail businesses.
Unorganised retailing, on the other hand, refers to the traditional formats of
low-cost retailing, for example, the local kirana shops, owner manned general
stores, paan/beedi shops, convenience stores, hand cart and pavement
vendors, etc.
The Indian retail sector is highly fragmented with 97 per cent of its business
being run by the unorganized retailers. The organized retail however is at a very
nascent stage. The sector is the largest source of employment after agriculture,
and has deep penetration into rural India generating more than 10 per cent of
India‘s GDP.[2]
FDI Policy in India
3. FDI as defined in Dictionary of Economics (Graham Bannock et.al) is investment
in a foreign country through the acquisition of a local company or the
establishment there of an operation on a new (Greenfield) site. To put in simple
words, FDI refers to capital inflows from abroad that is invested in or to
enhance the production capacity of the economy.[3]
Foreign Investment in India is governed by the FDI policy announced by the
Government of India and the provision of the Foreign Exchange Management
Act (FEMA) 1999. The Reserve Bank of India (‗RBI‘) in this regard had issued a
notification,[4] which contains the Foreign Exchange Management (Transfer or
issue of security by a person resident outside India) Regulations, 2000. This
notification has been amended from time to time.
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India is the nodal
agency for motoring and reviewing the FDI policy on continued basis and
changes in sectoral policy/ sectoral equity cap. The FDI policy is notified
through Press Notes by the Secretariat for Industrial Assistance (SIA),
Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP).
The foreign investors are free to invest in India, except few sectors/activities,
where prior approval from the RBI or Foreign Investment Promotion Board
(‗FIPB‘) would be required.
FDI Policy with Regard to Retailing in India
It will be prudent to look into Press Note 4 of 2006 issued by DIPP and
consolidated FDI Policy issued in October 2010[5] which provide the sector
specific guidelines for FDI with regard to the conduct of trading activities.
a) FDI up to 100% for cash and carry wholesale trading and export trading
allowed under the automatic route.
b) FDI up to 51 % with prior Government approval (i.e. FIPB) for retail trade
of ‗Single Brand‘ products, subject to Press Note 3 (2006 Series)[6].
c) FDI is not permitted in Multi Brand Retailing in India.
4. Entry Options For Foreign Players prior to FDI Policy
Although prior to Jan 24, 2006, FDI was not authorised in retailing, most
general players had been operating in the country. Some of entrance
routes used by them have been discussed in sum as below:-
1. Franchise Agreements
It is an easiest track to come in the Indian market. In franchising and
commission agents‘ services, FDI (unless otherwise prohibited) is allowed with
the approval of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under the Foreign Exchange
Management Act. This is a most usual mode for entrance of quick food bondage
opposite a world. Apart from quick food bondage identical to Pizza Hut, players
such as Lacoste, Mango, Nike as good as Marks as good as Spencer, have
entered Indian marketplace by this route.
2. Cash And Carry Wholesale Trading
100% FDI is allowed in wholesale trading which involves building of a large
distribution infrastructure to assist local manufacturers.[7] The wholesaler deals
only with smaller retailers and not Consumers. Metro AG of Germany was the
first significant global player to enter India through this route.
3. Strategic Licensing Agreements
Some foreign brands give exclusive licences and distribution rights to Indian
companies. Through these rights, Indian companies can either sell it through
their own stores, or enter into shop-in-shop arrangements or distribute the
brands to franchisees. Mango, the Spanish apparel brand has entered India
through this route with an agreement with Piramyd, Mumbai, SPAR entered into
a similar agreement with Radhakrishna Foodlands Pvt. Ltd
4. Manufacturing and Wholly Owned Subsidiaries.
The foreign brands such as Nike, Reebok, Adidas, etc. that have wholly-owned
subsidiaries in manufacturing are treated as Indian companies and are,
therefore, allowed to do retail. These companies have been authorised to sell
5. products to Indian consumers by franchising, internal distributors, existent
Indian retailers, own outlets, etc. For instance, Nike entered through an
exclusive licensing agreement with Sierra Enterprises but now has a wholly
owned subsidiary, Nike India Private Limited.
FDI in Single Brand Retail
The Government has not categorically defined the meaning of ―Single Brand‖
anywhere neither in any of its circulars nor any notifications.
In single-brand retail, FDI up to 51 per cent is allowed, subject to Foreign
Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) approval and subject to the conditions
mentioned in Press Note 3[8] that (a) only single brand products would be sold
(i.e., retail of goods of multi-brand even if produced by the same manufacturer
would not be allowed), (b) products should be sold under the same brand
internationally, (c) single-brand product retail would only cover products which
are branded during manufacturing and (d) any addition to product categories to
be sold under ―single-brand‖ would require fresh approval from the government.
While the phrase ‗single brand‘ has not been defined, it implies that foreign
companies would be allowed to sell goods sold internationally under a ‗single
brand‘, viz., Reebok, Nokia, Adidas. Retailing of goods of multiple brands, even
if such products were produced by the same manufacturer, would not be
allowed.
Going a step further, we examine the concept of ‗single brand‘ and the
associated conditions:
FDI in ‗Single brand‘ retail implies that a retail store with foreign investment can
only sell one brand. For example, if Adidas were to obtain permission to retail
its flagship brand in India, those retail outlets could only sell products under the
Adidas brand and not the Reebok brand, for which separate permission is
required. If granted permission, Adidas could sell products under the Reebok
brand in separate outlets.
But, what is a ‗brand‘?
6. Brands could be classified as products and multiple products, or could be
manufacturer brands and own-label brands. Assume that a company owns two
leading international brands in the footwear industry – say ‗A‘ and ‗R‘. If the
corporate were to obtain permission to retail its brand in India with a local
partner, it would need to specify which of the brands it would sell. A reading of
the government release indicates that A and R would need separate approvals,
separate legal entities, and may be even separate stores in which to operate in
India. However, it should be noted that the retailers would be able to sell
multiple products under the same brand, e.g., a product range under brand ‗A‘
Further, it appears that the same joint venture partners could operate various
brands, but under separate legal entities.[9]
Now, taking an example of a large departmental grocery chain, prima facie it
appears that it would not be able to enter India. These chains would, typically,
source products and, thereafter, brand it under their private labels. Since the
regulations require the products to be branded at the manufacturing stage, this
model may not work. The regulations appear to discourage own-label products
and appear to be tilted heavily towards the foreign manufacturer brands.[10]
There is ambiguity in the interpretation of the term ‗single brand‘. The existing
policy does not clearly codify whether retailing of goods with sub-brands
bunched under a major parent brand can be considered as single-brand retailing
and, accordingly, eligible for 51 per cent FDI. Additionally, the question on
whether co-branded goods (specifically branded as such at the time of
manufacturing) would qualify as single brand retail trading remains
unanswered.
FDI in Multi Brand Retail
The government has also not defined the term Multi Brand. FDI in Multi Brand
retail implies that a retail store with a foreign investment can sell multiple
brands under one roof.
In July 2010, Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP), Ministry of
Commerce circulated a discussion paper[11] on allowing FDI in multi-brand
7. retail. The paper doesn‘t suggest any upper limit on FDI in multi-brand retail. If
implemented, it would open the doors for global retail giants to enter and
establish their footprints on the retail landscape of India. Opening up FDI in
multi-brand retail will mean that global retailers including Wal-Mart, Carrefour
and Tesco can open stores offering a range of household items and grocery
directly to consumers in the same way as the ubiquitous ‘kirana’ store.
Foreign Investor’s Concern Regarding FDI Policy in India
For those brands which adopt the franchising route as a matter of policy, the
current FDI Policy will not make any difference. They would have preferred that
the Government liberalize rules for maximizing their royalty and franchise fees.
They must still rely on innovative structuring of franchise arrangements to
maximize their returns. Consumer durable majors such as LG and Samsung,
which have exclusive franchisee owned stores, are unlikely to shift from the
preferred route right away.
For those companies which choose to adopt the route of 51% partnership, they
must tie up with a local partner. The key is finding a partner which is reliable
and who can also teach a trick or two about the domestic market and the Indian
consumer. Currently, the organized retail sector is dominated by the likes of
large business groups which decided to diversify into retail to cash in on the
boom in the sector – corporates such as Tata through its brand Westside, RPG
Group through Foodworld, Pantaloon of the Raheja Group and Shopper‘s Stop.
Do foreign investors look to tie up with an existing retailer or look to others not
necessarily in the business but looking to diversify, as many business groups
are doing?
An arrangement in the short to medium term may work wonders but what
happens if the Government decides to further liberalize the regulations as it is
currently contemplating? Will the foreign investor terminate the agreement with
Indian partner and trade in market without him? Either way, the foreign
investor must negotiate its joint venture agreements carefully, with an option
for a buy-out of the Indian partner‘s share if and when regulations so permit.
They must also be aware of the regulation which states that once a foreign
company enters into a technical or financial collaboration with an Indian
partner, it cannot enter into another joint venture with another Indian company
8. or set up its own subsidiary in the ‗same‘ field‘ without the first partner‘s
consent if the joint venture agreement does not provide for a ‗conflict of
interest‘ clause. In effect, it means that foreign brand owners must be
extremely careful whom they choose as partners and the brand they introduce
in India. The first brand could also be their last if they do not negotiate the
strategic arrangement diligently.
Concerns for the Government for only Partially Allowing FDI in Retail
Sector
A number of concerns were expressed with regard to partial opening of the
retail sector for FDI. The Hon‘ble Department Related Parliamentary Standing
Committee on Commerce, in its 90th Report, on ‗Foreign and Domestic
Investment in Retail Sector‘, laid in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha on 8
June, 2009, had made an in-depth study on the subject and identified a number
of issues related to FDI in the retail sector. These included:
It would lead to unfair competition and ultimately result in large-scale exit of
domestic retailers, especially the small family managed outlets, leading to large
scale displacement of persons employed in the retail sector. Further, as the
manufacturing sector has not been growing fast enough, the persons displaced
from the retail sector would not be absorbed there.
Another concern is that the Indian retail sector, particularly organized retail, is
still under-developed and in a nascent stage and that, therefore, it is important
that the domestic retail sector is allowed to grow and consolidate first, before
opening this sector to foreign investors.
Antagonists of FDI in retail sector oppose the same on various grounds, like,
that the entry of large global retailers such as Wal-Mart would kill local shops
and millions of jobs, since the unorganized retail sector employs an enormous
percentage of Indian population after the agriculture sector; secondly that the
global retailers would conspire and exercise monopolistic power to raise prices
and monopolistic (big buying) power to reduce the prices received by the
suppliers; thirdly, it would lead to asymmetrical growth in cities, causing
9. discontent and social tension elsewhere. Hence, both the consumers and the
suppliers would lose, while the profit margins of such retail chains would go up.
LIMITATIONS OF THE PRESENT SETUP
Infrastructure
There has been a lack of investment in the logistics of the retail chain, leading
to an inefficient market mechanism. Though India is the second largest
producer of fruits and vegetables (about 180 million MT), it has a very limited
integrated cold-chain infrastructure, with only 5386 stand-alone cold storages,
having a total capacity of 23.6 million MT. , 80% of this is used only for
potatoes. The chain is highly fragmented and hence, perishable horticultural
commodities find it difficult to link to distant markets, including overseas
markets, round the year. Storage infrastructure is necessary for carrying over
the agricultural produce from production periods to the rest of the year and to
prevent distress sales. Lack of adequate storage facilities cause heavy losses to
farmers in terms of wastage in quality and quantity of produce in general.
Though FDI is permitted in cold-chain to the extent of 100%, through the
automatic route, in the absence of FDI in retailing; FDI flow to the sector has
not been significant.
Intermediaries dominate the value chain
Intermediaries often flout mandi norms and their pricing lacks
transparency. Wholesale regulated markets, governed by State APMC Acts,
have developed a monopolistic and non-transparent character. According to
some reports, Indian farmers realize only 1/3rd of the total price paid by the
final consumer, as against 2/3rd by farmers in nations with a higher share of
organized retail.
Improper Public Distribution System (“PDS”)
There is a big question mark on the efficacy of the public procurement and PDS
set-up and the bill on food subsidies is rising. In spite of such heavy subsidies,
overall food based inflation has been a matter of great concern. The absence of
10. a ‘farm-to-fork’ retail supply system has led to the ultimate customers paying a
premium for shortages and a charge for wastages.
No Global Reach
The Micro Small & Medium Enterprises (―MSME‖) sector has also suffered due to
lack of branding and lack of avenues to reach out to the vast world
markets. While India has continued to provide emphasis on the development of
MSME sector, the share of unorganised sector in overall manufacturing has
declined from 34.5% in 1999-2000 to 30.3% in 2007-08[12]. This has largely
been due to the inability of this sector to access latest technology and improve
its marketing interface.
Rationale behind Allowing FDI in Retail Sector
FDI can be a powerful catalyst to spur competition in the retail industry, due to
the current scenario of low competition and poor productivity.
The policy of single-brand retail was adopted to allow Indian consumers access
to foreign brands. Since Indians spend a lot of money shopping abroad, this
policy enables them to spend the same money on the same goods in India. FDI
in single-brand retailing was permitted in 2006, up to 51 per cent of ownership.
Between then and May 2010, a total of 94 proposals have been received. Of
these, 57 proposals have been approved. An FDI inflow of US$196.46 million
under the category of single brand retailing was received between April 2006
and September 2010, comprising 0.16 per cent of the total FDI inflows during
the period. Retail stocks rose by as much as 5%. Shares of Pantaloon Retail
(India) Ltd ended 4.84% up at Rs 441 on the Bombay Stock Exchange. Shares
of Shopper‘s Stop Ltd rose 2.02% and Trent Ltd, 3.19%. The exchange‘s key
index rose 173.04 points, or 0.99%, to 17,614.48. But this is very less as
compared to what it would have been had FDI upto 100% been allowed in India
for single brand.[13]
The policy of allowing 100% FDI in single brand retail can benefit both the
foreign retailer and the Indian partner – foreign players get local market
knowledge, while Indian companies can access global best management
11. practices, designs and technological knowhow. By partially opening this sector,
the government was able to reduce the pressure from its trading partners in
bilateral/ multilateral negotiations and could demonstrate India‘s intentions in
liberalising this sector in a phased manner.[14]
Permitting foreign investment in food-based retailing is likely to ensure
adequate flow of capital into the country & its productive use, in a manner likely
to promote the welfare of all sections of society, particularly farmers and
consumers. It would also help bring about improvements in farmer income &
agricultural growth and assist in lowering consumer prices inflation.[15]
Apart from this, by allowing FDI in retail trade, India will significantly flourish in
terms of quality standards and consumer expectations, since the inflow of FDI in
retail sector is bound to pull up the quality standards and cost-competitiveness
of Indian producers in all the segments. It is therefore obvious that we should
not only permit but encourage FDI in retail trade.
Lastly, it is to be noted that the Indian Council of Research in International
Economic Relations (ICRIER), a premier economic think tank of the country,
which was appointed to look into the impact of BIG capital in the retail sector,
has projected the worth of Indian retail sector to reach $496 billion by 2011-12
and ICRIER has also come to conclusion that investment of ‗big‘ money (large
corporates and FDI) in the retail sector would in the long run not
harm interests of small, traditional, retailers.[16]
In light of the above, it can be safely concluded that allowing healthy FDI in the
retail sector would not only lead to a substantial surge in the country‘s GDP and
overall economic development, but would inter alia also help in integrating the
Indian retail market with that of the global retail market in addition to providing
not just employment but a better paying employment, which the unorganized
sector (kirana and other small time retailing shops) have undoubtedly failed to
provide to the masses employed in them.
Industrial organisations such as CII, FICCI, US-India Business Council (USIBC),
the American Chamber of Commerce in India, The Retail Association of India
12. (RAI) and Shopping Centers Association of India (a 44 member association of
Indian multi-brand retailers and shopping malls) favour a phased approach
toward liberalising FDI in multi-brand retailing, and most of them agree with
considering a cap of 49-51 per cent to start with.
The international retail players such as Walmart, Carrefour, Metro, IKEA, and
TESCO share the same view and insist on a clear path towards 100 per cent
opening up in near future. Large multinational retailers such as US-based
Walmart, Germany‘s Metro AG and Woolworths Ltd, the largest Australian
retailer that operates in wholesale cash-and-carry ventures in India, have been
demanding liberalisation of FDI rules on multi-brand retail for some time.[17]
Thus, as a matter of fact FDI in the buzzing Indian retail sector should not just
be freely allowed but per contra should be significantly encouraged. Allowing
FDI in multi brand retail can bring about Supply Chain Improvement,
Investment in Technology, Manpower and Skill development,Tourism
Development, Greater Sourcing From India, Upgradation in Agriculture, Efficient
Small and Medium Scale Industries, Growth in market size and Benefits to
govemment through greater GDP, tax income and employment generation.[18]
Prerequisites before allowing FDI in Multi Brand Retail and Lifting Cap
of Single Brand Retail
FDI in multi-brand retailing must be dealt cautiously as it has direct impact on a
large chunk of population. Left alone foreign capital will seek ways through
which it can only multiply itself, and unthinking application of capital for profit,
given our peculiar socio-economic conditions, may spell doom and deepen the
gap between the rich and the poor. Thus the proliferation of foreign capital into
multi-brand retailing needs to be anchored in such a way that it results in a win-
win situation for India. This can be done by integrating into the rules and
regulations for FDI in multi-brand retailing certain inbuilt safety valves. For
example FDI in multi –brand retailing can be allowed in a calibrated manner
with social safeguards so that the effect of possible labor dislocation can be
13. analyzed and policy fine tuned accordingly. To ensure that the foreign investors
make a genuine contribution to the development of infrastructure and logistics,
it can be stipulated that a percentage of FDI should be spent towards building
up of back end infrastructure, logistics or agro processing units. Reconstituting
the poverty stricken and stagnating rural sphere into a forward moving and
prosperous rural sphere can be one of the justifications for introducing FDI in
multi-brand retailing. To actualize this goal it can be stipulated that at least
50% of the jobs in the retail outlet should be reserved for rural youth and that a
certain amount of farm produce be procured from the poor farmers. Similarly to
develop our small and medium enterprise (SME), it can also be stipulated that a
minimum percentage of manufactured products be sourced from the SME sector
in India. PDS is still in many ways the life line of the people living below the
poverty line. To ensure that the system is not weakened the government may
reserve the right to procure a certain amount of food grains for replenishing the
buffer. To protect the interest of small retailers the government may also put in
place an exclusive regulatory framework. It will ensure that the retailing giants
do resort to predatory pricing or acquire monopolistic tendencies. Besides, the
government and RBI need to evolve suitable policies to enable the retailers in
the unorganized sector to expand and improve their efficiencies. If Government
is allowing FDI, it must do it in a calibrated fashion because it is politically
sensitive and link it (with) up some caveat from creating some back-end
infrastructure.
Further, To take care of the concerns of the Government before allowing 100%
FDI in Single Brand Retail and Multi- Brand Retail, the following
recommendations are being proposed [19]:-
Preparation of a legal and regulatory framework and enforcement mechanism
to ensure that large retailers are not able to dislocate small retailers by unfair
means.
Extension of institutional credit, at lower rates, by public sector banks, to help
improve efficiencies of small retailers; undertaking of proactive programme
for assisting small retailers to upgrade themselves.
14. Enactment of a National Shopping Mall Regulation Act to regulate the fiscal
and social aspects of the entire retail sector.
Formulation of a Model Central Law regarding FDI of Retail Sector.
Conclusion
A Start Has Been Made
Walmart has a joint venture with Bharti Enterprises for cash-and-carry
(wholesale) business, which runs the ‗Best Price‘ stores. It plans to have 15
stores by March and enter new states like Andhra Pradesh , Rajasthan, Madhya
Pradesh and Karnataka.[20]
Duke, Wallmart‘s CEO opined that FDI in retail would contain inflation by
reducing wastage of farm output as 30% to 40% of the produce does not reach
the end-consumer. ―In India, there is an opportunity to work all the way up to
farmers in the back-end chain. Part of inflation is due to the fact that produces
do not reach the end-consumer,‖ Duke said, adding, that a similar trend was
noticed when organized retail became popular in the US.[21]
Many of the foreign brands would come to India if FDI in multi brand retail is
permitted which can be a blessing in disguise for the economy.[22]
Back-end logistics must for FDI in multi-brand retail
The government has added an element of social benefit to its latest plan for
calibrated opening of the multi-brand retail sector to foreign direct investment
(FDI). Only those foreign retailers who first invest in the back-end supply chain
and infrastructure would be allowed to set up multi brand retail outlets in the
country. The idea is that the firms must have already created jobs for rural
India before they venture into multi-brand retailing.
It can be said that the advantages of allowing unrestrained FDI in the retail
sector evidently outweigh the disadvantages attached to it and the same can be
deduced from the examples of successful experiments in countries like Thailand
and China; where too the issue of allowing FDI in the retail sector was first met
with incessant protests, but later turned out to be one of the most promising
15. political and economical decisions of their governments and led not only to the
commendable rise in the level of employment but also led to the enormous
development of their country‘s GDP.
Moreover, in the fierce battle between the advocators and antagonist of
unrestrained FDI flows in the Indian retail sector, the interests of the consumers
have been blatantly and utterly disregarded. Therefore, one of the arguments
which inevitably needs to be considered and addressed while deliberating upon
the captioned issue is the interests of consumers at large in relation to the
interests of retailers.
It is also pertinent to note here that it can be safely contended that with the
possible advent of unrestrained FDI flows in retail market, the interests of the
retailers constituting the unorganized retail sector will not be gravely
undermined, since nobody can force a consumer to visit a mega shopping
complex or a small retailer/sabji mandi. Consumers will shop in accordance with
their utmost convenience, where ever they get the lowest price, max variety,
and a good consumer experience.
The Industrial policy 1991 had crafted a trajectory of change whereby every
sectors of Indian economy at one point of time or the other would be embraced
by liberalization, privatization and globalization.FDI in multi-brand retailing and
lifting the current cap of 51% on single brand retail is in that sense a steady
progression of that trajectory. But the government has by far cushioned the
adverse impact of the change that has ensued in the wake of the
implementation of Industrial Policy 1991 through safety nets and social
safeguards. But the change that the movement of retailing sector into the FDI
regime would bring about will require more involved and informed support from
the government. One hopes that the government would stand up to its
responsibility, because what is at stake is the stability of the vital pillars of the
economy- retailing, agriculture, and manufacturing. In short, the socio
economic equilibrium of the entire country.
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[8] Ibid.
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[18] Supra Note 11
[19] Ibid
[20]Economic Times Retail News, FDI in retail to contain inflation (Dec 31,
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[21] Ibid
[22] Supra note 17