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Asian Paints sees dynamic biz environment in FY27; confident of long-term growth
Leading paint maker Asian Paints expects the business environment to remain dynamic in FY27 amid heightened competition, commodity price movements, supply-chain risks and geopolitical uncertainties, said its Managing Director and CEO Amit Syngle in the annual report.
AI investment play showing signs of fatigue, says Elara Capital report
Investors are reducing exposure to AI-linked infrastructure and supply-chain plays, although confidence in core beneficiaries of the technology remains intact, according to Elara Capital
Tata's Apple iPhone factory in Tamil Nadu may get shut down over farmland water contamination; pollution body seeks explanation
An Indian pollution regulator has accused Tata Electronics, a key supplier for Apple's iPhones, of contaminating groundwater near its Hosur factory. The regulator found wastewater discharge from the plant polluted farmland wells. Tata faces a potential shutdown unless it provides a satisfactory explanation. This adds to recent issues faced by Apple's Indian supply chain.
EV demand surges in India as fuel prices rise; Maruti, Mercedes-Benz face delivery delays
Electric car demand is surging across India. Manufacturers are unable to meet this sudden rise, causing wait times of up to three months for popular models. This shift is driven by increased fuel prices. Companies like Maruti, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW are experiencing unprecedented interest in their electric vehicles. Supply chain issues are now limiting production more than customer interest.
Risks cloud hover over microfinance
The Reserve Bank of India, too, raised concerns over higher inflation due to low average rainfall and supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical conflicts. The microfinance market, meanwhile, turned the corner with the fourth quarter showing Rs 77,524 crore in loan disbursement, the highest in the last eight quarters. The sector's asset quality stress also subsided with the share of the portfolio which remained unpaid for 31 to 180 days being at 2%, as of end-March, compared with 6.3% a year ago.
HVR Solar signs global MoUs to set up 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh
HVR Solar Ltd is establishing a 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing line in Uttar Pradesh through strategic MoUs signed at SNEC PV Power Expo 2026. Partnering with global technology providers, the facility aims to boost India's domestic renewable energy supply chain, reduce import reliance, and create over 500 local jobs.
PM Modi-led govt's 12 years in power are 'transformational for industry': Maruti Suzuki chairman
Maruti Suzuki Chairman R C Bhargava lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's economic policies. He stated these policies have transformed Indian industry over the past 12 years. Vehicle exports and car manufacturing have seen significant growth. Rural sales also increased substantially. Infrastructure development reduced logistics costs. India is becoming a preferred global supply chain destination.
Sweet pills: How pharma stocks delivered bumper returns to Indian investors, defying 2026 whiplash
Indian pharma stocks are outperforming the market, offering strong returns to investors. This resilience is driven by robust domestic demand and positive global healthcare trends. Analysts see long-term growth potential from aging populations and innovation. Emerging opportunities from supply chain diversification away from China also present a positive outlook for Indian pharmaceutical companies.
Pimco Warns a Wave of Defaults Is Coming for Low-Quality Borrowers
Pimco said one effect of the AI boom could be lower wage pressure and higher productivity, which it described as "a powerful disinflationary force, but geopolitical shocks and supply chain reconfiguration will likely put upward pressure on prices."
Mahindra's SUV output dips up to 15% in June amid supply chain worker crunch; XUV 7XO, Thar production hit
Mahindra & Mahindra is experiencing a significant drop in SUV production. A shortage of contract workers is affecting key parts suppliers. This issue is impacting factory operations for popular models. The automotive industry across India faces similar labor challenges. Companies are adapting through automation and worker retention strategies. Demand for new vehicles remains strong, compounding these production pressures.
Cipla wants new-age medicines to contribute 10% of revenue in five years
Cipla is expanding its innovation ambitions while building manufacturing capacity in the US, as the drugmaker looks to diversify revenue streams and strengthen supply-chain resilience amid increasing regulatory and localisation pressures in global pharmaceutical markets.
Govt publishes rules for setting up coal exchanges to boost transparency
The government on Tuesday said it has published rules for setting up coal exchanges, a move aimed at bringing transparency and efficiency to the country's coal trading ecosystem and modernising the supply chain. Coal exchanges are expected to enable transparent, market-driven price discovery, boost efficiency and give coal producers - including commercial and captive miners - easier access to a wider pool of buyers. Public sector players can also use the platform to increase market participation. "The recently enacted Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2025 introduced the concept of a mineral exchange and empowered the central government to promote transparent and efficient trading of minerals, including coal and its processed forms. In pursuance of the above, the Coal Exchange Rules, 2026 have been published by the Ministry of Coal in the Official Gazette on June 4," the coal ministry said in a statement. The ministry has already designated the Coal ...