Apple to Open its First Storefront Location in Mumbai, India

Apple is preparing to open its first retail shop in India later this month, nearly two decades after the company started selling goods and services in the South Asian country that has expanded to become the world's second-largest online market.

Apple's first retail shop in India

The iPhone manufacturer revealed the barrier of its first retail shop in India, Apple BKC, located at Jio World Drive Mall in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Apple will shortly open its first retail store in India as the world's most valuable tech firm accelerates its growth and focuses on high-end products to maintain its exclusive reputation.

The official opening date has yet to be declared

On Wednesday, the Cupertino, California-based business published a photo of the barricade surrounding its retail shop in India's financial capital of Mumbai. However, the official opening date has yet to be declared. The first Apple Store will open in the Jio World Drive mall, which Mukesh Ambani, a millionaire, controls. Apple is also constructing its second retail shop, which will debut in Delhi in the coming days.

Apple has been actively recruiting workers for its stores in India

According to job postings, Apple has been actively recruiting workers for its stores in India in recent months. The business, which debuted its online shop in India in 2020, had planned to open its first retail location in 2021 but had to postpone those plans after COVID struck.

Apple has over 500 stores worldwide

Apple has over 500 stores in key places worldwide, including Dubai, London, New York, and Tokyo. Each shop has been redesigned to "feel like a town square" and provide public event space. Apple Stores are renowned for their tree canopy and an area that holds all Today at Apple events, complete with a large "video wall" used in the more participatory sessions.

Although India, the world's second-largest smartphone market, presently adds little to Apple's revenue, the iPhone maker has previously stated that it is optimistic about its prospects in the country.

In recent quarters, Apple's contract production partners, Foxconn and Wistron, have increased local assembly for the iPhone and other Apple devices. JP Morgan analysts predicted last year that Apple would increase its production capability in India to make 25% of all iPhones by 2025.

Conclusion

Apple is bringing the Apple Store to India when the company's goods, particularly the iPhone, have seen explosive development in the nation. India is the world's second-largest smartphone market, allowing Apple a lot of room to expand in the top tier of the smartphone segment. In addition, Cupertino has recently expanded its production site in India.

Apple also intends to open its second India store in New Delhi in the future years.