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COST PRESSURES IN MANUFACTURING
Explained: Why aluminium is emerging as manufacturers' preferred alternative to copperRecord copper prices are accelerating manufacturers' shift toward aluminium, driven by lower costs and lighter weight. Automakers are expan...- As food inflation bites, Nestle turns to smaller cities to drive growthNestle India is strategically focusing on tier-2 and tier-3 markets for growth, anticipating rising consumption in these areas. Despite fac...
- Auto demand remains strong, but OEM margins may stay under pressure in H1 FY27Indian auto sector anticipates strong demand across all vehicle types, though automakers may see profit margins squeezed in early FY27. Who...
- FMCG companies ride the heatwave to make cool gainsIntense heatwaves fueled double-digit sales growth for FMCG, white goods, and retailers in the April-June quarter. Companies reported impro...
- When does a country reform?India's recent reforms, including GST and labor code changes, were driven by external pressures, not domestic crises. Historically, India r...
- Paint stocks tumble up to 48% from their peaks. Is the worst over?Paint stocks have declined sharply from their 52-week highs, correcting between 10% and 48%, as investors turn cautious due to rising compe...
- China’s factories cap best quarter since 2020, survey showsThis "two-speed" activity sees booming tech sectors contrasting with traditional exporters struggling due to weakening global demand. The p...
- Defence startups raid auto and fracking sectors for parts to speed weapons outputSoaring demand for rocket motors used to power missiles and other weapons has spurred new thinking about supply chains. Seeking big returns...
- India's June factory growth slips to second-weakest since mid-2022 as demand softens, PMI showsIndia's manufacturing sector experienced its second-slowest growth in four years during June, primarily due to a slowdown in demand for goo...
- Global AI wave revs up Asian factories, offsetting war-induced painAsia's manufacturing sector experienced a significant boost in June, driven by robust demand for AI-related technology goods. This surge pr...
- India's manufacturing growth expected to moderate in April-June due to West Asia crisis: FICCIIndian manufacturing growth is set to slow in the first quarter of FY27, with a FICCI survey revealing muted business sentiment. This moder...
- Manufacturing growth seen moderating in Q1 as West Asia crisis weighs on sentiment: FICCIIndia's manufacturing sector anticipates a slowdown in April-June FY27, influenced by West Asia tensions impacting business confidence. Des...
- Centre extends duty relief on key petrochemical products till July 15The government has extended the import duty exemption on about 40 key petrochemical products by 15 days, now until July 15. This move aims ...
- Pankaj Tibrewal sees stronger top-line growth driving India's next earnings cycleIndian companies are poised to navigate input cost pressures and sustain growth, with the upcoming earnings season expected to be the next ...
- Midcaps and smallcaps currently offer more disproportionate growth opportunities than largecaps: Deepak ShenoyIndia's equity markets are poised for a strong performance as falling commodity prices and easing supply chain issues are set to boost corp...
- US Stock Market: Rising equity financing costs cast shadow over Wall Street's rallyUS stock markets are facing a new hurdle as borrowing costs for financing equity positions surge. Record demand for leveraged investments a...
- Auto ancillary sector revenue grew 12.5% in FY26 on volume gains and improved product mix: ReportIndian auto ancillaries witnessed robust revenue growth of 12.5% in FY26, driven by strong volumes and a better product mix. While EBITDA a...
- Trade disruptions, API dependence, compliance costs: Pharma MSMEs spell out policy priorities on World MSME DayIndian pharmaceutical MSMEs are facing immense pressure from rising costs, supply chain woes, and stringent regulations. Industry represent...
- World MSME Day: Chemical industry seeks policy support to boost competitiveness amid global trade disruptionsIndian chemical industry leaders are urging a policy overhaul to boost competitiveness ahead of World MSME Day 2026. They highlight the nee...
- Cotton duty or competitiveness? The bigger challenge facing India’s $190 billion textile industryThe government’s temporary import duty relief may ease pressure on mills and exporters, but industry experts say deeper problems in product...
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