The retail industry in India has evolved from barter systems and hawkers to modern stores. It has experienced strong annual growth but faces challenges like political uncertainty and infrastructure issues. Major players like Walmart have a large presence but also face threats from competitors. The future of retail is positive with the industry expected to reach $27 trillion globally by 2020, though growth rates may slow, and companies like Walmart have plans to invest further in India and technology. Being a store manager requires skills like leadership and problem solving to oversee employees and operations while addressing challenges of competition.

1. RETAIL INDUSTRY
By- Akshay kumar jain

2. Evolution of Retail Industry
• Barter system was known as the first form of retail.
• As time passed currency was exchanged with goods and
services.
• Hawkers carried out the 1st retailing in push carts.
• Followed by Kirana stores (Mom and Popup stores)
• Finally manufacturing era necessitated the small stores and
specialty store.
• It was seller market still then this point of time with limited
no. of brands available.

3. SWOT Analysis
STRENGTH :
 Purchasing Power
 Population Demographic
 Aspiring middle class
WEAKNESS :
 Political Uncertainty
 Poor Infrastructure
 poor supply chain management
OPPORTUNITIES :
 Digital strategy
 Customer Accessibility
 Changing the regulatory scenario
THREAT
 Availability of land and real estate
 Human capital

4. Government policies
• The retail industry in India is growing at a significant pace. He
there are several problems faced by the industry. The major
challenge for the organized sector include.
• Taxation laws that favour small retailers.
• Multi-point octroi collection.
• Foreign Equity does not go beyond 51 percent.
• Additions to the product categories to be sold under single
brand require fresh govt. approval.

5. Retail Industry In 2020
2008
• Average annual growth rate of retail sector by 3.8% .
2015
• Total retail sales across the globe will reach $20.795 trillion.
2016
• Total retail sales across the globe will reach $22.049 trillion
• Up 6.0% from the previous year.
2017
• The estimate sales will reach to $23. 445 trillion.
2020
• eMarketer estimates sales will top $27 trillion , even as annual
growth rates slow over the next few years.

6. Wal-Mart
• Wal-Mart was established in July 2, 1962.
• Founder of Wal-Mart is Sam Walton.
• Headquarters are situated in Bentonville, Arkansas, U. S.
• Number of locations are 11666.
• Key people - Greg Penner (Chairman).
Doug McMillon (President & CEO).

7. Wal –Mart SWOT Analysis
STRENGTH :
 Established Brand Name
 Financially strong
 Sharp growth during recent years
 Large customer base
WEAKNESSES
 Profit margin
 Weak HR record
 Weaker growth in e-commerce
OPPORTUNITIES :
 HR policies are major area where
improvements can be made
 Expansion into emerging Asian markets
 Strategic partnership with local trends in
emerging markets
THREATS :
 Stronger Dollar Internationally
resulting in lower profits for the
international division
 Increase competitor from rival brand
inside & outside U.S

8. FINANCIAL STATS
BASIS FY 2005(a/m in dollar) FY2015(a/m in dollar)
Net sales 285222 482229
Operating income 10267 14694
Dividend declared 0.52 1.96
Return on equity 22.5% 20.1%
Price to earning 21.3% 17%
Total shareholder return -1.8% 16.6%
Stock price High – 61.05
Low - 51.33
High -90.67
Low -72.27

9. Future Plans of Wal-Mart
• They are going to invest $300 million by 2020.
• They are going open 50 outlets in India.
• Planning to invest in e-commerce business.
• Major partnership and investment in technology.
• Focusing on key geographies of North America and China.

10. Store manager
• My Job Profile = Store Manager
• Skill Set Required = Excellent Decision Making, Leadership
Skill , Problem Solving, General Accounting Knowledge
• Responsibilities = Supervising All Employees , Meeting
Financial Goals, enforcing Regulation, Delegating Work,
Tracking Inventory ,Analyzing Sales Data.
• Challenges = Online Competition, Big Retailer Price, Employee
Turnover.
• Career Growth = Area Manager.