Reliance Retail acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Anomaly, eyes major beauty expansion in India and global markets Reliance Retail has announced the acquisition of Anomaly, the global haircare brand founded by Priyanka Chopra Jonas. The deal includes the brand’s trademarks, intellectual property, and digital assets, marking a significant move in Reliance Retail’s efforts to strengthen its fast-growing beauty and personal care portfolio. Launched in 2021, Anomaly has positioned itself as a clean, vegan, and high-performance haircare brand at an accessible price point. Over the years, it has built a strong presence across international markets, making it a notable name in the global beauty space. With this acquisition, Reliance Retail gains full ownership of the brand’s ecosystem, enabling it to scale Anomaly across its extensive offline and online retail network. The company plans to leverage its omnichannel capabilities, including its beauty platform Tira, to expand the brand’s reach and accessibility among consumers. Commenting on the development, Isha Ambani, Executive Director, Reliance Retail Ventures Limited, said, “Bringing Anomaly into our portfolio marks a strategic step in expanding our basket of new-age, high-growth beauty brands. Anomaly’s strong global positioning, clean formulation philosophy, and accessible pricing make it a compelling addition to our ecosystem. We see immense potential in collaborating with Priyanka to scale the brand in India by leveraging ... #Retail #Chopra_Jonas #Priyanka_Chopra #Chopra #Reliance #Reliance_Retail #Jonas’_Anomaly #eyes_major #Retail_acquires #Anomaly
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The UK economy experienced a slowdown in business growth in September 2025, marking the lowest expansion in the past five months, according to the latest survey from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). The report, released on October 4, 2025, shows that while companies continue to expand, growth is being tempered by rising energy costs, supply chain disruptions, and global economic uncertainty. Manufacturers and service providers alike reported slower orders and cautious investment plans, signaling that businesses are adapting to a more volatile economic environment. Retailers noted weak consumer spending, while exporters faced challenges from fluctuating international demand and ongoing Brexit-related trade adjustments. Economists suggest that the slowdown may influence monetary policy decisions in the coming months, as the Bank of England evaluates inflation pressures against the backdrop of softening growth. Despite the slowdown, experts caution that the UK economy is not in recession, with most sectors still registering modest gains. Policymakers and business leaders are urging targeted support and investment incentives to maintain momentum, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises that remain particularly vulnerable to cost pressures. #UKBusiness #EconomicGrowth #CBIReport #UKEconomy #BusinessSlowdown #Manufacturing #Retail #Investment #MonetaryPolicy #GlobalEconomy
