November 1, 2025

The festival season shines bright with booming consumer spending across India this Navratri-Diwali! Industry data collected by ET reveals exciting numbers that will make any business smile. Auto sales raced ahead with double-digit growth during this festive period. Cars and two-wheelers zoomed off the shelves as buyers got into the festive shopping groove. Electronics caught a sparkling wave too! TVs, air conditioners, and household gadgets showed dazzling growth between 20% and 100%. These appliances seemed to light up homes along with the festive diyas. Smartphone lovers didn’t hold back either. Over 35 million smartphones flew off the shelves, both online and offline, proving that connectivity is the real festival gift. FMCG products also enjoyed a near double growth surge as customers stocked up for celebrations and daily needs. This festive cheer wasn’t just limited to physical stores because ecommerce businesses recorded a blistering 31% jump, crossing a whopping ₹1.24 lakh crore in sales. All these figures are from the period of September 22 to October 25 compared to the same days last year. Sources like FADA Research, Counterpoint Research, Bizom, and Datum Intelligence collaborated to paint this vivid picture of our roaring festive market. So, whether it’s a shiny new vehicle, the latest gadget, or everyday essentials, India’s shoppers have splurged with heart this season. Festive spirits and consumer confidence are shining brighter than ever!

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Tags: Consumer spending, Festive sales, Navratri-Diwali, Automobile sales, Electronics Growth, Ecommerce Boom,