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Sudarshan Bhandari

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>UltraTech Cement is entering the Wires &amp; Cables industry with a INR 1,800 crore investment and a plant in Gujarat, aiming for INR 9,000 crore in revenue by 2030. </li>
<li>With strong backward integration and an extensive distribution network, the move could disrupt a fragmented market. </li>
<li>However, incumbents believe scaling and regulatory approvals will be key hurdles, much like Grasim’s entry into paints.</li>
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UltraTech Cement is entering the Wires &amp; Cables industry with a INR 1,800 crore investment and a plant in Gujarat, aiming for INR 9,000 crore in revenue by 2030. 
With strong backward integration and an extensive distribution network, the move could disrupt a fragmented market. 
However, incumbents believe scaling and regulatory approvals will be key hurdles, much like Grasim’s entry into paints.


What Ultratech’s Foray into Wires & Cables Means for Industry Dynamics, Competition, and Growth

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<ul><li>Post a reasonably good festive season, demand environment is likely to have slackened for most consumer durable categories due to (1) weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures, and (2) delayed onset of winters</li><li>RAC continues to shine aided by second summer season and normal channel inventory thereby supporting overall industry growth</li><li>Timely onset of summer season remains key monitorable in coming months</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Post a reasonably good festive season, demand environment is likely to have slackened for most consumer durable categories due to (1) weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures, and (2) delayed onset of wintersRAC continues to shine aided by second summer season and normal channel inventory thereby supporting overall industry growthTimely onset of summer season remains key monitorable in coming monthsContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q3FY25): Demand slackens post some festive cheer

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Nimish Maheshwari

Market & Forensics Analyst

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<li>Premiumization is reshaping India's consumer market, with rising demand for high-quality products across FMCG, automobiles, electronics, and luxury goods driven by growing affluence and aspirations.</li>
<li>India’s per capita GDP surpassing $2,500 and increasing digitalization have unlocked significant growth in premium categories, positioning India as a global hotspot for aspirational consumption.</li>
<li>The shift from affordability to quality signals immense opportunities in premium segments, making it essential for businesses to innovate while balancing premium and budget-friendly offerings.</li>
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Premiumization is reshaping India's consumer market, with rising demand for high-quality products across FMCG, automobiles, electronics, and luxury goods driven by growing affluence and aspirations.
India’s per capita GDP surpassing $2,500 and increasing digitalization have unlocked significant growth in premium categories, positioning India as a global hotspot for aspirational consumption.
The shift from affordability to quality signals immense opportunities in premium segments, making it essential for businesses to innovate while balancing premium and budget-friendly offerings.


Thematic Report: India- World’s Next Hotspot for Premium Brands

<ul><li>With Q2 being seasonally the weakest quarter, the demand environment remained impeded by weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures</li><li>As channel inventory ran dry post a sizzling summer season, primary sales of cooling products (more so RAC and air coolers) are likely to support overall industry growth</li><li>While Onam demand (start of the festive season) was below expectation, early trends from Navratri/Dusshera have been encouraging</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

With Q2 being seasonally the weakest quarter, the demand environment remained impeded by weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressuresAs channel inventory ran dry post a sizzling summer season, primary sales of cooling products (more so RAC and air coolers) are likely to support overall industry growthWhile Onam demand (start of the festive season) was below expectation, early trends from Navratri/Dusshera have been encouragingContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q2FY25 Results Preview): Soft Quarter, Festive Season a Key Monitorable

<ul><li>In Q1FY25, the consumer durables aggregate revenue grew by 21% YoY (+16% 2-yr CAGR)</li><li>The growth was driven by the summer portfolio (room AC, air coolers, fans) which benefited from a harsh summer season</li><li>White goods/ ECD segments’ revenues grew by 41%/17% YoY (+19%/+12% 2-yr CAGR)</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

In Q1FY25, the consumer durables aggregate revenue grew by 21% YoY (+16% 2-yr CAGR)The growth was driven by the summer portfolio (room AC, air coolers, fans) which benefited from a harsh summer seasonWhite goods/ ECD segments’ revenues grew by 41%/17% YoY (+19%/+12% 2-yr CAGR)Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Consumer Durables & EMS: Decoding Q1FY25 Trends

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Havells India is a multinational fast-moving electrical goods (FMEG) company that manufactures and distributes a diverse range of industrial and consumer electrical products. Their offerings include circuit protection devices, cables and wires, motors, fans, modular switches, lighting, home appliances, and air conditioners. The company is headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, and was founded in 1958.

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What Ultratech’s Foray into Wires & Cables Means for Industry Dynamics, Competition, and Growth

UltraTech Cement is making a bold move into the Wires & Cables industry with a significant investment, aiming to disrupt the market and achieve...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q3FY25): Demand slackens post some festive cheer

RAC continues to shine aided by second summer season and normal channel inventory thereby supporting overall industry growth. Timely onset of...

HDFC Securities

Thematic Report: India- World’s Next Hotspot for Premium Brands

India's rising affluence and aspirations are driving demand for high-quality products across various sectors, making the country a global hotspot...

Nimish Maheshwari

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q2FY25 Results Preview): Soft Quarter, Festive Season a Key Monitorable

With Q2 being seasonally the weakest quarter, the demand environment remained impeded by weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures

HDFC Securities

Consumer Durables & EMS: Decoding Q1FY25 Trends

In Q1FY25, the consumer durables aggregate revenue grew by 21% YoY (+16% 2-yr CAGR). The growth was driven by the summer portfolio (room AC, air...

HDFC Securities

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What Ultratech’s Foray into Wires & Cables Means for Industry Dynamics, Competition, and Growth

​UltraTech Cement is making a bold move into the Wires & Cables industry with a significant investment, aiming to disrupt the market and achieve...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q3FY25): Demand slackens post some festive cheer

RAC continues to shine aided by second summer season and normal channel inventory thereby supporting overall industry growth. Timely onset of...

HDFC Securities

Thematic Report: India- World’s Next Hotspot for Premium Brands

​India's rising affluence and aspirations are driving demand for high-quality products across various sectors, making the country a global hotspot...

Nimish Maheshwari

Consumer Durables & EMS (Q2FY25 Results Preview): Soft Quarter, Festive Season a Key Monitorable

With Q2 being seasonally the weakest quarter, the demand environment remained impeded by weak consumer sentiment due to inflationary pressures

HDFC Securities

Consumer Durables & EMS: Decoding Q1FY25 Trends

In Q1FY25, the consumer durables aggregate revenue grew by 21% YoY (+16% 2-yr CAGR). The growth was driven by the summer portfolio (room AC, air...

HDFC Securities

UltraTech Cement is making a bold move into the Wires & Cables industry with a significant investment, aiming to disrupt the market and achieve...

India's rising affluence and aspirations are driving demand for high-quality products across various sectors, making the country a global hotspot...