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Alcobev margins could fall 200 bps as glass bottle shortage spikes costs says Crisil

Alcobev margins could fall 200 bps as glass bottle shortage spikes costs says Crisil

India’s alcoholic beverage industry faces fresh profit stress, with Crisil warning that alcobev margins may fall by 150–200 basis points this financial year. The trigger is soaring glass bottle costs, linked to global supply chain disruptions. Revenue growth is also expected to slow. Still, companies are tightening financial discipline to manage the impact.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
HCL Tech growth and margins face pressure as guidance points to weaker outlook

HCL Tech growth and margins face pressure as guidance points to weaker outlook

Market watchers are bracing for a tougher stretch at HCL Tech after the latest quarterly results missed expectations on both growth and margins. Although the company highlighted new deal wins, investors are questioning their quality and long-term sustainability amid ongoing geopolitical risks. Forward guidance implies results may land near the lower end of projections.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Steel prices hit a five year low as margins sink and recovery slips to 2027

Steel prices hit a five year low as margins sink and recovery slips to 2027

India’s steel sector is stabilising after a slump, but the outlook stays weak as hot-rolled coil prices fall to a five-year low, compressing margins. Earnings at major producers have deteriorated, and a meaningful recovery is not expected until 2027. The industry is banking on steady demand, stable raw-material costs, and extended safeguard duties to curb dumping.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Metals surged yet Maruti M&M and Tata held prices Why this January broke the pattern

Metals surged yet Maruti M&M and Tata held prices Why this January broke the pattern

January was unusual for Indian car buyers: major automakers like Maruti, M&M and Tata didn’t raise prices as they typically do. The twist is that metal costs have been rising, and metals make up most of a vehicle’s weight. With companies now focused on pushing volumes while capacity expands, margins may soon force more “intelligent” pricing changes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Britannia surges while FMCG slides as CEO taps forgotten brands for margin boost

Britannia surges while FMCG slides as CEO taps forgotten brands for margin boost

Even as India’s FMCG index has fallen nearly 20% from its peak, Britannia is gaining ground. With a new CEO steering a turnaround, the company is leaning into underused ‘resident jewels’—older or less-highlighted brands—to improve margins and reshape its growth narrative. The strategy suggests value is being unlocked from what the market ignored.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Oil spikes spark retail frenzy in crude derivatives as traders pile into short tenure trades

Oil spikes spark retail frenzy in crude derivatives as traders pile into short tenure trades

Global oil prices jumped after the US-Iran conflict, and Indian retail traders rushed into crude derivatives. March saw a sharp spike in futures and options volumes, even as trading tightened and margin requirements increased. Despite higher costs, traders leaned into short-tenure positions, turning volatility into rapid, high-frequency bets on crude moves.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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McDonald’s and KFC investors sour as Zomato reshapes India’s QSR market

McDonald’s and KFC investors sour as Zomato reshapes India’s QSR market

India’s big QSR players are facing a sharp shift as food delivery platforms like Zomato change customer control. Despite still-rich valuations, stocks tied to brands such as Westlife and Jubilant have stumbled. Margin pressure, slower growth hovering in single digits, and empowered local competition are eroding the old advantage of scale—raising a new question: who owns the customer now?

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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