Paint Sector News
Paint stocks in focus: Berger Paints, Kansai Nerolac report weak Q2; brokerages cut target prices
Berger 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 2025Asian Paints, Berger to Kansai: Paint stocks jump up to 16% in 6 months. Are they a good bet ahead of festive season?
Paint 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 2025Can Asian Paints’ battered stock regain its former glory?
Valuations have cooled to historical averages, and a recovery in housing, government spending, and rural demand could revive growth. But beware the risks.
7 min read3 Sep 2025CCI probes us every time a new player enters the market, Asian Paints tells Bombay High Court
Senior counsel Darius Khambata argued that the 1 July CCI order was issued without proper consideration or ‘any application of mind’, and said the company faces a similar investigation every time a new player enters the market.
3 min read6 Aug 2025Asian Paints sees green shoots in Q1, but growth concerns persist
India's largest paint maker is seeing growth, but not where it wants. Luxury emulsions underperformed in Q1 while the economy and mid-tier categories drove growth.
2 min read30 Jul 2025Analysts and investors have soured on Asian Paints. Can it prove them wrong?
Of the 38 brokers covering the stock, barely a handful are still positive on it. Is this pessimism warranted, or will India’s leading paintmaker take everyone by surprise?
6 min read3 Jun 2025Intense competition hurts paint companies' profitability; more pain in the offing
Demand for decorative paints is likely to remain muted in H1FY26, owing to an earlier-than-expected monsoon. If demand fails to improve in the second half of FY26, another round of de-rating could ensue.
3 min read29 May 2025Paint stocks surge up to 2.5% as crude oil prices crash nearly 4%; Berger Paints among top gainers
Stock 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 2025Paint stocks surge up to 5% as Brent crude prices hit 3-year low; Asian Paints among lead gainers
Shares of Kamdhenu Ventures jumped 5% to ₹11.20 apiece. Asian Paints also climbed 3.1% to ₹2,231 apiece. Berger Paints (India) saw its stock rise 3.6% to ₹501 per share, while Kansai Nerolac Paints and Akzo Nobel India experienced gains of 2.6% and 3.5%, respectively.
3 min read6 Mar 2025Paints Sector: Inflation and intensifying competition pose double threat, says ICICI Securities
ICICI Securities warns of inflationary impact on paint industry amid crude oil price surge. Competitive activity may result in reduced advertising budgets and more competitive trade and consumer schemes. It maintains a 'Hold' rating on Akzo Nobel and Indigo Paints.
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