Private label brands are retailer-owned brands that are produced by one company but sold under another's brand name. Private labels have grown significantly in India in recent years due to cash-strapped consumers perceiving them as cheaper options and a new generation being less brand-loyal. While private labels have low innovation and minimal product differentiation, they can be successful by catering to different consumer segments through quality and price. Major Indian retailers are increasing their private label penetration through better in-store visibility, highlighting value, and building consumer trust in the quality of private label products.