Archive · 25 Sep 2025
E-commerce Sales Surge 25% in First Two Days of Festival
Online stores like Amazon and Flipkart saw a big jump in sales during their recent festival sales.
Sales grew a lot compared to last year, especially for expensive items like phones and TVs.
People are buying more because the government made some things cheaper, and it's the holiday season.
Both companies are reporting a lot of people shopping and good sales on popular items, like smartphones.
E-commerce sales surged 23-25% year-on-year in the first two days of the festival season.
The sales growth represents a four-to-fivefold jump compared to last year's start.
Premium segments are witnessing a strong pick-up in sales.
GST 2.0 reforms are contributing to increased affordability.
Smartphones are a top-selling item during the sales.
- Who
- Consumers and E-commerce Platforms
- What
- Surge in e-commerce sales
- When
- September 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- GST 2.0 reforms and festive season
- Sales Growth (First 2 Days)
- 23-25% YoY
- Platforms
- Amazon, Flipkart
- Start Date (Members)
- September 22, 2025
- Start Date (All Consumers)
- September 23, 2025
Sources
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