Asian Paints is poised for a steady December quarter performance, with volume growth expected to improve. While margins are set to expand due to lower raw material costs, revenue growth will be moderated by weak pricing and a challenging demand environment. The B2B segment is anticipated to provide support.
India defies West Asia war concerns as Q4 GDP growth hits 7.8%; risks remain ahead
India’s economy surged by a better-than-expected 7.8% in the March quarter, exceeding forecasts and pushing FY26 growth to 7.7%. This robust performance was driven by