Bazaarre-The Market Review

  In today’s hyper-competitive market, data is the new currency . But not all data is created equal. Businesses that rely on primary data — the information they collect directly from customers, markets, and operations — often outperform competitors who depend only on secondary reports or third-party insights. This blog explores what primary data is , how it builds competitive advantages , and real-world company cases where it became the driver of industry leadership.   What is Primary Data? Primary data is first-hand information collected directly for a company’s unique needs . Unlike secondary data (market reports, published statistics, research papers), it is: Fresh and original Relevant to the company’s objectives Proprietary and not easily available to competitors Methods of collecting primary data include: Surveys and customer feedback forms Focus groups and interviews Observations in real-world environments Pro...

July 2025 proved to be a turnaround month for Indian exports. Against a backdrop of tight global markets and looming tariff hikes, India posted healthy growth—especially in high value-added sectors that signal shifting strength and diversification in the global trade mix. Export Stars of the Month Topping the leaderboard are sectors like Electronic Goods , Gems & Jewellery , and Engineering Goods —all demonstrating double-digit growth. Such sectors reflect India's growing prowess in manufacturing and global supply chains. Electronic Goods soared by 33.9%, showcasing India’s accelerating role in global electronics production. Gems & Jewellery exports nearly broke the 30% growth mark, buoyed by robust global demand. Engineering Goods —a historic mainstay—grew by 13.8%, showing continued industrial competitiveness. Emerging categories such as Pharmaceuticals (+14.1%) and Chemicals (+7.2%) provided additional ballast to export fig...

As the global economy stabilizes and businesses adapt to new market dynamics in 2025, large organizations with over $1 billion in revenue are rethinking their strategies for sustainable growth. A key insight emerging from recent research is that companies that allocate 20% of their growth capital to venture building achieve 2.5% higher revenue growth compared to those that do not, translating into nearly 50% additional growth. This trend highlights the growing importance of strategic venture investments in shaping the future of large enterprises. The Case for Venture Investment Historically, large corporations have relied on traditional growth strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, and market expansion. While these approaches remain relevant, they are no longer sufficient in a rapidly evolving business landscape. Companies investing in new ventures benefit in several ways: Revenue Acceleration – By fostering innovation and diversification, businesses investing in venture building a...

 India's privatization journey has been a cornerstone of its economic reforms, aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing the government’s financial burden.  A brief chronological look at key privatization milestones: In 2000, the government divested Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO) and Modern Food Industries , marking the start of its privatization wave. BALCO was sold to Vedanta Limited, while Modern Food Industries became a part of Hindustan Unilever. The following year, CMC Limited joined the Tata fold, eventually merging with TCS in 2016. Several other entities, including Lagan Engineering , Hindustan Zinc Limited , HTL Limited , and Paradeep Phosphates Limited , transitioned to private ownership in 2001. In 2002, Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited and ICICI Bank were privatized, with ICICI Ltd. merging into ICICI Bank. Reliance Industries acquired Indian Petrochemicals Corporation Limited , which was fully merged into its operations by 2007. Privatization continued with J...