MANUFACTURING COST
Women in India face a jobs crisis. Are factories the solution?
As international brands limit their dependence on China by shifting some manufacturing to India, the trend holds the potential to generate significant numbers of manufacturing jobs - especially for women, who have largely been excluded from the ranks of formal Indian employment.
Tata Hitachi to invest Rs 200cr in FY'25, localisation remains top priority
Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery has announced a Rs 200 crore investment in its manufacturing plants to boost quality, innovation, and localisation. The company aims to increase localisation levels to 70% in 2-3 years. The company plans to produce 60-tonne dump trucks in India and introduce more models under the 'Atmanirbhar' policy. Managing Director Sandeep Singh highlighted the importance of localisation for cost control and expressed optimism for infrastructure development post-Union budget.
TAFE Motors, DEUTZ AG ink pact; to expand internal combustion engine business
TAFE Motors and Tractors Ltd would produce engines to suit newer applications in the Indian market as well as for DEUTZ's requirement. The engines would be produced at the manufacturing facility of TAFE Motors at Alwar, Rajasthan. The manufacturing facility currently produces diesel engines and gensets in the 5 to 125 kVA range that are marketed as Eicher Engines and TMTL Engines.
International toy fair to begin on July 6; over 100 foreign buyers to participate
Wooden toy maker Gautam said that different categories of toys will be showcased to buyers such as electronics, soft toys, playground equipment and board games. The country's toy exports declined marginally to USD 152.34 million in 2023-24 from USD 153.89 million in the previous financial year, according to a report by economic think tank GTRI.
UK manufacturing growth slows as shipping delays hit exports, PMI shows
While output and overall new orders grew at close to their fastest pace in two years, export orders fell for a 29th successive month, due to the shipping delays and high freight costs.
Karnataka losing out in manufacturing race; CXO churn in startups
New-age companies are choosing to set up manufacturing facilities in neighboring states like Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, bypassing Karnataka. More on this in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
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US manufacturing contraction deepens in June
US manufacturing activity declined in June to 48.5 percent, below market expectations. Production execution was lower, causing revenue declines. Eight manufacturing industries reported growth, but textile mills, transportation equipment, and electrical equipment contracted. Wells Fargo economists highlighted inflation moderation and caution due to monetary policy and interest rates.
Asia's factory activity expands in June on solid global demand
The surveys show how Chinese firms are ramping up production despite weak domestic demand, which Beijing has failed to reverse with a rescue package for an ailing property sector.
US automobile industry threatened by prospects of Chinese EVs entering the country through the Mexican border
The US automobile industry has been threatened by the prospects of low-cost Chinese Electric Vehicles (EVs) reaching the country through the Mexican border. The US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement provides for free movement of goods and services between the three countries. The average price of an EV manufactured in the US has been priced at $55,000 and the Chinese EVs are priced at half this rate.
How to fix skilling the competition
Legislation is needed to bring parity in working conditions among blue- and white-collar workers. Where this is not possible - for instance, in construction - wages must adjust to the harshness of outdoor work. Industry also has to commit more towards tenure of employment for manual labour in order to draw in a newer generation of workers.
PM GatiShakti: Eight infra projects worth ₹13,000 crore evaluated
During the meeting, all projects were evaluated for their integrated planning and conformity with the PM GatiShakti principles. Emphasis was placed on the socio-economic benefits, improved connectivity, reduced transit costs and enhanced efficiency. The railways project, from Manmad to Jalgaon, involved an estimated investment of Rs 2,594 crore. The other project (from Bhusawal to Burhanpur) involve investments of Rs 3,285 crore.
High installation cost barrier to adopting rooftop solar power in India: Survey
High installation costs and lack of skilled labor are major barriers to rooftop solar adoption in India, according to a Luminous Power Technologies survey. Conducted with 4,318 respondents across five metros and eight non-metro cities, the survey revealed that 90% recognize the need for specialized skills, and 59% are concerned about high initial costs.
Penna buy to help Ambuja Cem widen reach, boost margins
After acquiring Penna Cement Industries, Ambuja Cements stock fell by 1% to close at ₹657. The acquisition strengthens Ambuja's presence in southern, eastern, and western markets.
India's electronic manufacturing may reach USD 500 bn by 2030: CII report
India needs to take critical actions to transform its electronic sector ecosystem from an 'import dependent assembly led manufacturing' to 'component level value-added manufacturing', highlights a report by Confederation of Indian Industry.
Sweet Profits, Bitter Reality: Who gains the most from the cocoa price surge?
The cocoa industry is facing significant shifts as cocoa prices soar, driven by poor harvests in West Africa. While prices have surged to record highs, small-scale producers in regulated countries like Ivory Coast and Ghana see limited benefits due to pre-set prices. Meanwhile, less regulated countries like Cameroon and Nigeria gain more from market trends. Major processors struggle with high costs and production slowdowns. Climate change, bean disease, and low farmer incomes exacerbate the situation, leading to child labor and land sales. Despite these challenges, major chocolate companies continue to report significant profits.
Beauty secrets: Inside India's booming beauty industry that relies on hundreds of contract manufacturers
Nishit Dedhia, the MD and cofounder of Kain Cosmeceuticals, is leading a tour of his cosmetics manufacturing facility in Khopoli, Maharashtra. The facility produces a variety of beauty products for the growing direct-to-consumer market in India.
Counter-questions for the asking
India's growing population, coupled with higher disposable incomes and consumption, has already begun to devastate our carefully constructed cocoons without our realising it. Competitive manufacturing (leveraging economies of scale, procurement, branding and digitalisation) may be enticing more people to consume more (double effect), accelerating planet-stripping.
Cost of FAME 3: Meet local sourcing norms or face penalty
Companies certifying vehicles for subsidies under FAME 3 - scheduled to be announced in the upcoming budget - will have to undergo a techno-commercial audit twice a year to ascertain they are meeting localisation guidelines. If they come up short, they will have to pay penalties.
In search of 'decent work'
Former RBI Dy Guv Mohan said India could not break out of lower-income levels without massive employment in low-wage manufacturing. Lack of 'decent jobs' was so acute that Uttar Pradesh had 4 mn applicants for 60,000 constable jobs. India's labour force participation was barely 50% against 78% for Vietnam, 76% for China, and 65% for Indonesia. This underemployed mass could not be employed fully in services. So, it was essential to boost manufactured exports - that alone would produce enough 'decent jobs'.
ASMI submachine gun from Hyderabad's Lokesh Machines Ltd. poised for Army service
Lokesh Machines Ltd., known for CNC machines, achieves a milestone with its ASMI submachine gun, the first domestically designed and manufactured weapon to be officially inducted into the Indian Army. The ASMI has received orders from the Northern Command for 550 guns and positive feedback from security forces. It has outperformed international competitors in accuracy and reliability, featuring a lightweight design and compatibility with both local and NATO-standard ammunition. Priced under Rs 1 lakh, it is cost-effective and versatile for various military roles, reflecting India's progress in defence manufacturing and self-reliance.
Sales of listed private non-financial cos register 6.9 pc growth in Q4 of FY24
Sales of listed private non-financial companies registered a growth of 6.9 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2023-24 compared to a 5.5 per cent rise in the previous quarter, according to the Reserve Bank data released on Thursday. The sales growth of these companies was 8 per cent in the January-March quarter of 2022-23.
Domestic open access solar capacity addition doubles to 1.8 GW in Jan-Mar: Mercom
India added over 1.8 gigawatts (GW) of solar open access capacity in the first quarter of the calendar year of 2024, posting a two-fold increase from 909.3 megawatts (MW) in Q4 2023, the report titled 'Mercom India Solar Open Access Market' said.
Rising heat cools mfg PMI to 3-mth low as input costs bite
Manufacturing activity decreased to 57.5 in May from 58.8 in the previous month due to heatwaves and rising costs, as per a private survey by HSBC. The sector saw a softer rise in new orders and output, impacting work hours and production volumes for manufacturing firms.
Manufacturing activity eases to a three-month low of 57.5 in May
The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index remained four points higher than the long-run average, with exports helping drive momentum.
That AC or fridge you were planning to buy just got more expensive
Consumers in Kolkata will experience 2-5% price hikes on electrical goods due to factors like high inflation rates in copper and aluminium, freight cost increases, Red Sea crisis, and rupee depreciation.
Dr Reddy's, Cipla, Sun Pharma & others to see FY25 revenue boost in key US market, says India Ratings and Research
Indian drugmakers, such as Dr Reddy's, Cipla, and Sun Pharma, are projected to maintain revenue growth in fiscal 2025, driven by drug shortages in the U.S. market. With 233 drugs in short supply, Indian companies are poised to benefit from the challenges faced by U.S.-based generic pharma manufacturers, leading to improved financial performance and increased market share in therapeutic categories.
Growth to come from MSME, affordable housing: Rajesh Sharma, Capri Global
Even the current risk rate have been increased, cost of fund is going up. The NBFC is only one option to pass on that cost to the customer
Should you add or buy defence stocks afresh? What to do with bank stocks? Deven Choksey answers
Deven Choksey discusses the potential tariff hike in the telecom sector and the strategies of Jio and Vodafone Idea. He emphasizes the importance of data consumption and the need for investments in infrastructure for companies to stay competitive in the market. Choksey also says: "The likes of Bajaj Finance, Kotak are looking like some of the smartest of the lot within the investment portfolio."
We have lots of tailored solutions for MSMEs to drive efficiency and cut costs: Bar Code India's Ram Bhutani
Bar Code India (BCI) claims to leverage over 25 years of expertise to deliver cutting-edge software and hardware solutions that enhance supply chain and manufacturing operations. At the core of BCI's unique selling propositions are its indigenous products like RFID readers and IoT sensors.
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