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Mahindra weighs another SUV price increase as commodity costs rise

• Mahindra will decide on a price increase in the next couple of weeks
• The company has already raised prices three times in 2026
• Higher prices may help offset input costs for Mahindra & Mahindra, though the decision is pending

Rs 4 lakh crore loss! Why India's storied consumer stocks are languishing near the bottom in 2026

• Major consumer stocks lost nearly ₹4 lakh crore in market value
• The report says demand has upticked despite consumer stocks languishing near the bottom in 2026
• Consumer-stock weakness puts HUL and ITC investors in focus despite an uptick in demand

Premium edible oils find buyers despite rising price gap

• Health-conscious consumers are buying cold- and wood-pressed oils despite higher prices
• Marico and Tata Consumer are among large brands responding to demand
• Premium edible-oil demand may support Marico and Tata Consumer’s branded-food businesses

Festive shopping to pinch as Iran war sets AC, TV prices on fire

Containing costs

• IRDAI proposals are expected to help reduce mis-selling
• Proposed measures may affect insurers and insurance distributors operating in India

Edible oil duty cut may boost snack makers’ margins

Planning to buy an AC this Diwali or in winter? Check how much Daikin, Blue Star will hike prices

• Air-conditioner brands including Daikin and Blue Star are increasing prices ahead of Diwali and winter
• Price hikes may support margins at Blue Star while testing consumer demand

Macro headwinds, rising input costs impact FMCG volumes in June quarter: NIQ

Could your protein powder cost more? The US-Canada trade war is putting whey at risk

• US-Canada trade tensions put whey under tariff and import-restriction risk