Delayed agrochemical demand recovery
Agrochemical intermediates demand remains subdued due to Chinese oversupply and customer deferrals. Management expects recovery from Q2, but timing is uncertain.
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Agrochemical intermediates demand remains subdued due to Chinese oversupply and customer deferrals. Management expects recovery from Q2, but timing is uncertain.
Direct US exposure is only 2.5-3%, but second-order effects on customer demand (textiles, auto) could impact volumes. Management was evasive on quantifying the risk.
₹10,000 crore capex over three years with multiple projects (polycarbonate, nitric acid, solvents) could face delays or cost overruns. Peak debt expected at ₹7,000-7,500 crore.
Unprecedented heat wave in Gujarat constrained phenolics production in Q1, despite achieving a new production peak. Future weather events could disrupt operations.