Prolonged China soda ash oversupply
Chinese producers operating at high utilization with all-time high inventories; no supply curtailments announced. SE Asia pricing at break-even levels may persist through the year unless rationalization occurs.
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Geopolitical cost escalation on multiple fronts
Kenya HFO hedging expires October; India limestone imports from Middle East face elevated costs if conflict persists; US logistics costs remain an open item for customer pass-through.
IMAS JV production halt on high sulfur
IMAS (Morocco JV) did not produce during Q1 due to high sulfur prices, contributing to negative associate income. Only recently resumed operations with profitability outlook uncertain.
Soda ash pricing pressure on analyst questions
Multiple analysts pressed on margin sustainability and China competition; management acknowledged UK one-off losses (Rs 244 million) and prior period adjustments affecting profitability but gave limited specific guidance on recovery timeline.