Apollo Pipes had three routes into tiles under its ₹300 crore plan. It bought 76% of a running Morbi manufacturer instead of…
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Somany Ceramics' latest investor presentation is a window onto a bigger question: is the current disruption creating a temporary advantage for organised…
On 31 August 2026, the board of Apollo Pipes Limited approved an investment plan of up to ₹300 crore to set up…
Italian tiles dominate premium architectural specification for reasons beyond price - design language, through-body veining, and collection depth. Here is what specifically…
Large distributors are commissioning private label tile lines from Morbi manufacturers, cutting branded players out of growing volume. Here is how widespread…
Manufacturers invest in dealer apps and digital catalogues. Most sit unused in favour of WhatsApp and phone calls. Here is an honest…
Manufacturers are building contractor loyalty programmes, training academies, and direct incentive structures - treating contractors as a distinct channel. Here is what…
Sandeep Engineer, Chairman and Managing Director of Astral Limited, does not undersell his company’s results. So when he opened the Q1 FY27…
Three companies reported results this quarter from completely different corners of the building materials industry. Pidilite – the adhesives giant, maker of…
The building materials industry has a comfortable story it tells itself about demand. India needs housing. Urbanisation is real. PMAY is delivering…
Let me make a case that will make some sales heads uncomfortable. Most tile and building materials brands in India have their…
Here is a number that should be making product managers, category heads, and dealer development teams uncomfortable right now. Fifty-four per cent.…