Adani’s Entry Shakes Up the Cable & Wire Industry: Havells, Polycab, and KEI Stocks Decline More Than 5%

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Indian cable and wire manufacturers faced a sharp sell-off on Thursday as increased competition from Adani Enterprises Ltd. rattled investor confidence. Shares of Havells India Ltd., Polycab India Ltd., and KEI Industries Ltd. declined significantly after global investment firm UBS highlighted competitive risks in the sector.

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Stock Market Reaction

  • Havells India Ltd. fell over 5%
  • Polycab India Ltd. plunged 7%
  • KEI Industries Ltd. down by 15%

This downturn followed news that Adani Enterprises Ltd., through its subsidiary Kutch Copper Ltd., is expanding into the metal products, cables, and wires segment.

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UBS on Rising Competition

UBS released a note stating that competition in the industry of Cable & Wire is intensifying, especially with a “second large serious player” entering the market. Adani’s well-funded entry is expected to put pricing pressure on existing companies, potentially impacting their profit margins.

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What’s Next for Cable & Wire Industry Players?

With Adani Enterprises bringing its financial muscle and scale to the market, existing leaders like Havells, Polycab, and KEI may need to revamp strategies to maintain market share. Investors will closely monitor:

  • Pricing strategies to counter competition
  • Expansion plans and new product offerings
  • Any strategic alliances or mergers to strengthen market positions

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