The next phase of retail will be shaped by decisions about growth, profitability, technology and changing shoppers. Here are the developments that business leaders should examine as they plan for 2027.

Retail technology is most useful when it solves a business problem. From demand planning to product discovery, the question is how tools affect service, efficiency and financial performance.

India's retail expansion story is increasingly local. The opportunity depends on understanding neighbourhood-level demand, shopper needs, category economics and the formats that suit each market.

Global retail developments offer useful lessons, but market context matters. This series examines changes in technology, stores and consumer behaviour around the world and asks what they mean for retailers operating in India.