Festive shopping 2025: Online spends to surge 115%; gourmet foods, groceries, fashion to lead buying

Indian urban households are predicted to significantly increase online shopping this festive season, driven by recent GST rate reductions on white goods and electronics. A LocalCircles report anticipates a 115% surge in online shoppers, with overall festive spending projected at Rs 2.19 lakh crore. While physical stores remain relevant, convenience and better prices are drawing consumers to e-commerce platforms.

Sep 8, 2025 - 02:30
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Festive shopping 2025: Online spends to surge 115%; gourmet foods, groceries, fashion to lead buying
Indian urban households are predicted to significantly increase online shopping this festive season, driven by recent GST rate reductions on white goods and electronics. A LocalCircles report anticipates a 115% surge in online shoppers, with overall festive spending projected at Rs 2.19 lakh crore. While physical stores remain relevant, convenience and better prices are drawing consumers to e-commerce platforms.

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