PVC Price Volatility
PVC prices have been highly volatile, dropping 15% then rallying 75% and falling again. Management expects ±5% fluctuations near-term, which could impact margins.
Apollo Pipes · risk themes across the available quarters.
Bear-case history
PVC prices have been highly volatile, dropping 15% then rallying 75% and falling again. Management expects ±5% fluctuations near-term, which could impact margins.
Management adopted aggressive pricing to gain volume, leading to lower gross margins. This strategy may persist, delaying margin recovery.
Kissan's margins remain near breakeven due to underutilization. Management expects improvement only after 1-2 quarters, posing risk to consolidated profitability.
Analyst noted a large competitor planning a new plant. Management acknowledged rising competition but expressed confidence in strategy.