Asian Paints sees B2B growth outpacing market despite FY27 pricing pressure

Asian Paints expects festive and wedding demand to support retail sales in FY27, even as intense competition and pricing pressure persist. The company says its industrial and B2B businesses should grow faster than the market, while home décor remains a long-term investment priority.

— Filed Thu, 30 Jul, 2026, 17:22 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

Asian Paints expects sustained pricing pressure and fierce competition in FY27, while festive and wedding demand supports retail sales. Its industrial and B2B businesses are expected to outpace the market; home décor remains a long-term investment focus.

Why this matters

The outlook follows Asian Paints' strong Q1, when profit rose nearly 40% as B2B and international businesses gained, and its decision to retain FY27 growth and margin targets.

retail-company is accelerating, up 314750% QoQ.