US consumer demand may remain muted
Retail prices have increased due to tariffs, and consumer discretionary spending could stay subdued for 2-3 quarters, delaying volume recovery.
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EU FTA implementation delays
The EU FTA requires ratification by 27 member states, which may take 2-4 quarters, pushing back revenue benefits.
Bangladesh's duty-free access to US could erode India's competitiveness
Bangladesh received duty-free access using US cotton; if fine print allows broader benefits, it may pressure Indian exporters.
Margin recovery may be slower than expected
Management declined to quantify tariff discount reversals or provide a timeline for returning to 15-16% EBITDA margins, citing dynamic negotiations.