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Paint companies' old playbook faces a new challenge amid crude shock

New Delhi, March 16 -- As if rising competitive intensity and muted demand were not challenging enough, the Indian paint industry now faces another headwind: cost inflation. The sector relies heavily... Read More


Ambuja's shift from volume chase to value accretion may take time to pay off

New Delhi, March 12 -- Ambuja Cements, which has been on a mergers and acquisitions spree, appears to be taking a leaf out of rival Shree Cement's playbook. Analysts who recently visited the company'... Read More


Input cost shock may puncture tyre sector margins

New Delhi, March 11 -- Indian tyre companies are staring at a potential dual cost pinch scenario that can dent their growth prospects. The cost of natural rubber has been rising over the last two mont... Read More