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SWOT analysis of Bhat-Bhateni, a detailed case study on Nepal's supermarket chain. You'll get to know about the business, its strengths & opportunities, and weaknesses & threats. Not just that, we'll also discuss their failed campaigns and top competitors. Let's learn how Nepal's leading retail chain works!Â

Aditya Shastri
Lead Trainer & Business Development Head at IIDE
Updated on: Mar 26, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
SWOT stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, it helps businesses to build strategic plans according to the analysis. For Bhat-Bhateni, it's crucial to understand its competitive position, identify areas for improvement, and plan for future growth in the dynamic Nepali retail market.
Bhatbhateni offers a more modern and organized shopping experience with a wider product range compared to local markets. However, it often faces price competition from both local markets and rapidly expanding chains like Big Mart, which focus on affordability and aggressive expansion. Online retailers like Daraz are also increasing competition in specific product categories.
Bhatbhateni can capitalize on opportunities like expanding its e-commerce platform, penetrating rural markets, developing private label brands, forming strategic partnerships, and enhancing customer loyalty programs.
Key weaknesses include price competitiveness compared to local markets, limited online presence, and a heavy reliance on urban markets.
Bhat-Bhateni's strengths include strong brand recognition, an extensive network of stores across Nepal, a wide range of product offerings, a modern shopping experience, and a relatively well-established supply chain. These factors have contributed to customer loyalty and market dominance.
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