Competition in the paints industry has intensified after the entry of Birla Opus and JSW Paints, and with Berger Paints declaring that it is open to sacrificing margins to protect its turf.
4 min read11 Nov 2025In an exclusive conversation with Mint, Berger Paints MD Abhijit Roy says the company will protect market share at all costs as new entrants Birla Opus and JSW Paints stir up India’s colour war.
4 min read10 Nov 2025Berger Paints and Kansai Nerolac reported disappointing Q2FY26 results due to extended monsoon and competition. Berger's net profit dropped 23.6%, while Kansai Nerolac's profit rose 11.3%. Both companies anticipate demand recovery in H2FY26 driven by festive seasons.
3 min read5 Nov 2025India's second-largest paint maker's profit falls nearly 23.5% year-on-year to ₹206.4 crore in the September quarter, revenue grows 1.9%.
4 min read4 Nov 2025Paint stocks are experiencing a positive trend with Asian Paints and Indigo Paints leading gains ahead of the festive season. Analysts predict demand growth despite potential regional slowdowns, with recovery expected in Q3 as conditions improve for painting activities.
2 min read17 Sep 2025Stocks to buy for short term: Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities recommends these two stocks to buy in the short-term - SJVN Ltd, and Berger Paints India Ltd.
2 min read5 Jun 2025Stock market today: Indian paint stocks, including Asian Paints and Berger Paints, rose today due to falling crude oil prices, which benefit input costs and profitability in the industry. Berger Paints increased by 2.40%, while Asian Paints climbed by 2.16%.
2 min read5 May 2025The entry of new companies such as Grasim Industries Ltd, Pidilite Industries Ltd and JSW Paints poses a threat to the sector’s earnings outlook, prompting earnings downgrades for Berger despite a positive Q3.
2 min read14 Feb 2025Berger’s shares are down about 18% from their 52-week high of ₹629.50 on 17 September, but valuations remain pricey and are at a risk of further moderation.
2 min read6 Nov 2024Brent and WTI crude oil futures each fell more than 5 percent on Tuesday, reaching a nine-month low due to reduced demand signals from China and reports of a potential deal to resolve a dispute that has disrupted Libyan production and exports.
2 min read4 Sep 2024The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared