Paints Sector: Inflation and intensifying competition pose double threat
Tue, Apr 23, 2024 3:41 PM

Paints Sector: Inflation and intensifying competition pose double threat

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Domestic brokerage firm ICICI Securities, in its latest report, underscores the potential inflationary impact looming over crude oil derivatives used in paints as geopolitical tensions drive a surge in crude oil prices. The report suggests a high likelihood of inflation extending to other crucial commodities like titanium dioxide (TiO2) and vinyl acetate monomer (VAM).

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