Blue Star MD warns weak summer could 'spell disaster' for India's AC industry
B. Thiagarajan flagged that subdued March-June demand would cripple an AC sector already saddled with elevated channel inventory, squeezing volumes, margins and working capital during the season that drives the bulk of annual sales.
Blue Star MD B. Thiagarajan warned that a weak summer could devastate India's AC industry, already burdened with elevated channel inventory. Subdued summer demand would hit volumes, margins and working capital, as March-June drives bulk of annual AC sales.
Why this matters
Blue Star's MD rarely issues public demand warnings, making this a notable escalation. It signals sector-wide risk tied to inventory overhang rather than a Blue Star-specific issue, shaping expectations for Q1 FY26 results.
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