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Financial Express Pune|December 24, 2024
● CEOs say move to be calibrated to align with fragile demand
- Viveat Susan Pinto Mumbai, December 23

RISING RAW MATERIAL costs across the commodity spectrum may compel fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies to hike prices, a standard response during inflationary cycles. However, the situation is more complex this time.

Commodity inflation has emerged at an inopportune moment for FMCG firms. Urban demand remains weak, while rural markets are only beginning to recover.

This dual challenge has companies adopting a cautious approach to price increases, fearing a potential impact on sales volume. CEOs admit that any price hike will be "calibrated" to align with the fragile demand environment.

"The slowdown in FMCG demand poses a greater challenge than rising input costs. Sharp price increases could hurt sales, something companies can ill afford right now," explains Harsha V Agarwal, vice-chairman and MD of Emami and president of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci).

While companies are wary, some see price hikes as unavoidable. Tarun Arora, CEO and whole-time director at Zydus Wellness, emphasises the inevitability of adjustments. "Input costs are climbing across the board, from food to non-food categories. FMCG firms have no choice but to raise prices, albeit gradually. Low to mid-single-digit hikes are expected by January, given the weak demand sentiment," Arora notes.

Varun Berry, vice-chairman and managing director of Britannia, echoes the sentiment, pointing out the rising inflation in critical commodities like wheat, palm oil and cocoa. "Value growth in the FMCG market is declining, while input costs are surging. Price hikes are necessary to protect margins," he says.

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