Ecommerce major Flipkart is reportedly planning to launch its food delivery services in Bengaluru by mid-August, proposing a commission structure of up to 11%, which is significantly lower than the rates charged by existing players like Swiggy and Zomato.
Walmart-owned Flipkart plans to launch a pilot for online food delivery in India within 30 days, aiming to challenge market leaders Zomato and Swiggy. The company will learn from the pilot before a wider national rollout, believing a strong value proposition can disrupt the market.
Flipkart ranks among India's Top 5 Best Companies to Work For, recognized for its employee-friendly policies, learning culture, and internal mobility. The e-commerce giant is at the forefront of redefining workplace dynamics in India, prioritizing continuous learning and employee well-being.
A 27-year-old Bengaluru food vlogger reported that a delivery agent allegedly forced his way into her home and flashed her. The agent, Vijay Mallikarjun Kamat, was arrested. He claims he needed to use the washroom and denies flashing her. Flipkart has terminated his contract.
A Bengaluru woman shared a viral video alleging a Flipkart delivery executive forced his way into her apartment and flashed at her after she refused him access to her washroom. Police have arrested the executive, and Flipkart has terminated his engagement.
Ecommerce sellers have filed a complaint with the Competition Commission of India against Flipkart, alleging abuse of dominant market position through deep discounting and preferential treatment of select sellers, disadvantaging thousands of small merchants.
Amazon's Prime Day (July 4-6) and Flipkart's GOAT sale (July 4-9) have launched the mid-year sale period. Initial results are mixed across categories, with mobile phones, large appliances, and fashion showing varied performance, setting expectations for the upcoming festive season.
Flipkart has removed commission fees for all fashion items, regardless of price, to attract Gen Z consumers and expand its product offerings ahead of the festive season. This move builds on its existing zero-commission policy for products under Rs 1,000 and its Shopsy platform.
Amazon's Prime Day and Flipkart's GOAT sales have launched the mid-year sale period with varied outcomes across product categories. These sales, running from July 4-6 and July 4-9 respectively, are seen as indicators for the crucial festive season ahead.
Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart are aggressively challenging incumbents in India's quick commerce sector, aiming to stay relevant as 15-minute delivery reshapes e-commerce. Experts believe the market will consolidate to a few players.
Amazon and Walmart’s Flipkart are escalating competition in India's quick commerce sector through aggressive expansion and discounts. This has caused significant stock price declines for listed rivals Blinkit and Swiggy, prompting concerns about sustained profitability and market share amidst a "land-grab phase."
Walmart-backed Flipkart's quick commerce service, Minutes, has established 1,000 micro-fulfillment centers in India, less than two years after launch. The company plans to expand to 1,500 centers by 2026, competing fiercely with rivals like Amazon, Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart in India's rapidly growing quick-commerce market.
Flipkart and Amazon are rapidly expanding their quick commerce fulfillment centers to compete with players like Blinkit, Instamart, and Zepto. Both companies are leveraging their existing customer bases, with Flipkart using its 250 million users for its 'Minutes' platform and Amazon utilizing its Prime membership.
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India's quick commerce market is experiencing a surge in competition as Flipkart and Amazon aggressively expand their dark store networks and offer deep discounts, intensifying pressure on profitability and leading to potential consolidation.
